Replacement of Emergency Transfer Switch

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the U.S. Coast Guard Base New Orleans to procure services for the removal of an existing non-functional automatic transfer switch and the installation of a new transfer switch at USCG Kickapoo in Vicksburg, MS. The requirement includes quality assurance and inspections by a USCG representative.

• Removal of existing non-functional automatic transfer switch.

• Installation of a new automatic transfer switch.

• Work to be performed at USCG Kickapoo, 225 Coast Guard Rd, Vicksburg, MS 39180.

• Vendor must be registered in SAM.gov with a UEI.

• Quality assurances and inspections will be performed.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Completion within 30 days from receipt of award.

• Applicable clauses include Federal Acquisition Regulation Clauses and Department of Labor Wage Rates.

• NAICS Code: 238210

• PSC Code: N061

• Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer.

• Payment and Performance bonds are not required.

• Evaluation factors: Price, Technical Acceptability, Past Performance.

• Sealed offers are due at the address specified in Item 8 by a specified date and time (local time).

• Offer guarantee is not required.

• Offers must be valid for a minimum number of calendar days after the due date (specified in Item 13d).

• Not explicitly stated, but vendor must be registered in SAM.gov with UEI.

• This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

• Standard Form 1442 is used for this solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists contract clauses that are incorporated by reference and by full text. It is crucial for bidders to review these clauses as they define the terms and conditions of the contract, including requirements, prohibitions, and reporting obligations.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A comprehensive list of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and agency-specific clauses with their respective article numbers and reference texts. These cover a wide range of topics including:

  • Inspection and Suspension of Work
  • Covenant Against Contingent Fees, Anti-Kickback Procedures
  • Personal Identity Verification, System for Award Management Maintenance
  • Prohibition on Contracting with ByteDance Covered Applications and Inverted Domestic Corporations
  • Contract Terms and Conditions for Commercial Products and Services
  • Small Business Set-Asides
  • Construction Wage Rate Requirements, Withholding of Funds, Payrolls and Basic Records, Apprentices and Trainees
  • Copeland Act Requirements, Subcontracts (Labor Standards)
  • Contract Termination-Debarment, Compliance with Construction Wage Rate Requirements
  • Disputes Concerning Labor Standards, Certification of Eligibility
  • Combating Trafficking in Persons, Employment Eligibility Verification
  • Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers, Paid Sick Leave
  • Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving
  • Patent Indemnity, Insurance, Federal, State, and Local Taxes
  • Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, Assignment of Claims, Prompt Payment
  • Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations, Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors
  • Protest After Award, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim
  • Material and Workmanship, Superintendence, Permits and Responsibilities, Other Contracts
  • Protection of Existing Vegetation, Operations and Storage Areas, Use and Possession Prior to Completion, Cleaning Up
  • Accident Prevention, Availability and Use of Utility Services, Layout of Work
  • Specifications and Drawings for Construction, Preconstruction Conference
  • Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
  • Default (Fixed-Price Construction)
  • Hazardous Substances - Applicable Licenses and Permits

• Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: Specific clauses detailed in full, including:

  • Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work
  • Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights
  • Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities
  • Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment
  • Buy American-Construction Materials

• Representations and Certifications: Includes provisions related to Annual Representations and Certifications, including NAICS codes, small business size standards, HUBZone preference, and various certifications required for contract award.

• Understanding Contractual Obligations: Bidders must thoroughly review all listed clauses to understand their rights and responsibilities if awarded the contract. This includes compliance with labor laws, safety regulations, reporting requirements, and prohibitions.

• Proposal Preparation: Certain clauses, such as those related to small business set-asides, Buy American, and representations/certifications, directly impact how proposals are structured and what information must be submitted.

• Risk Assessment: The clauses highlight potential risks and compliance burdens, such as those related to cybersecurity (Kaspersky Lab, telecommunications equipment), labor standards, and hazardous materials.

• Eligibility: Clauses related to small business status, Iran-related transactions, and other certifications are critical for determining bidder eligibility.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To remove the existing non-functional automatic transfer switch and replace it with a new transfer switch onboard the USCGC KICKAPOO in Vicksburg, MS.

• Provide all labor, materials, and equipment for the replacement.

• Work to be completed during normal working hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays).

• Protect all equipment and merchandise in the work location.

• Remove the old transfer switch.

• Install the new transfer switch according to manufacturer recommendations.

• Test the new transfer switch with the Coast Guard COR present.

• Conduct training on the new transfer switch.

• Clean up the work site and dispose of trash.

• Work must be completed during working hours unless otherwise approved.

• Site must be maintained in a clean condition at all times, with daily clean-ups.

• Site must be well lit and well barricaded/cordoned off as appropriate.

• Adherence to OSHA Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR Part 1926).

• Written safety plan required, assigning responsibility and authority for safety.

• Immediate notification to the COR of lost time due to accidents.

• Provide two copies of workman's compensation accident reports by noon the day following the accident.

• Location: USCGC KICKAPOO, 225 Coast Guard Rd, Vicksburg, MS 39180.

• Work to be completed onboard the USCGC KICKAPOO UPH Building.

• Examination of Site is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. Bidders must arrange tours at least 3 working days in advance.

• Notification of start and completion of work required one week prior.

• Contractor shall coordinate all construction efforts with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• Minor refuse may be disposed of in base dumpsters; bulk waste requires contractor-provided dumpsters.

• Contractor is responsible for protecting their materials; the Coast Guard will not accept shipments.

• Contractor and subcontractor personnel must wear company and personal identification.

• Field verify all utility locations before commencing work.

• Adhere to specific regulations while onboard the USCGC KICKAPOO, including no smoking within 50 feet of the building, traffic regulations, and prohibition of firearms/weapons.

• Provide one week advance notice for any planned power, water, sewage, or lighting outages.

• Contractor must take precautions during gale force winds or natural disasters.

• Only the Contracting Officer has the authority to alter contract terms or issue change orders.

• Contractor vehicles and equipment are subject to search and may be subject to evacuation orders.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the prevailing wage rates for various construction crafts in Mississippi, as required for federal construction projects subject to the Davis-Bacon Act. It specifies the minimum hourly rates and fringe benefits for different job classifications.

• General Decision Number: MS20260044
• State: Mississippi
• Counties Covered: Adams, Amite, Claiborne, Covington, Franklin, Issaquena, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Lincoln, Marion, Pike, Sharkey, Walthall, Warren, and Yazoo.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Craft Classifications and Rates: Includes rates for Electrician, Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Ironworker, Laborer (Common/General, Mason Tender, Pipelayer), Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe), Painter, Pipefitter, Plumber, Sheet Metal Worker, and Truck Driver.
• Executive Order (EO) 13706: Mentions establishing paid sick leave.
• EO 13658: Notes applicability to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, with a minimum wage of $13.30 per hour (or higher if listed).

Bidders must use these wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals on applicable construction projects in the specified Mississippi counties. Failure to comply with prevailing wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance.