Initial Site Visit & RFI Due Date for WWYK200131 - Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for the repair of the chilled water system at Building B2280, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The objective is to restore the system to a complete, fully operating, and functioning state.

• Furnish all materials, labor, plant, tools, transportation, equipment, testing services, quality control, and incidentals required for the repair.

• Perform a site investigation to verify existing conditions.

• Identify and provide necessary logistical, architectural, and structural work elements.

• Provide assemblies, framework, fixtures, or apparatus not readily identified on project drawings or specifications.

• The work involves areas near operational and/or production aircraft, requiring adherence to airfield operations protocols.

• Work is located in a controlled/restricted area, requiring specific entry procedures and badges.

• Affirmative procurement requirements include EPA-designated items (nonpressure pipe) and USDA-designated biobased items (heat transfer fluids), as well as Energy Star products (fans, ventilating).

• Environmental management survey indicates lead-based paint concerns on the metal structural beam and south cement wall.

• Project Manager (PM): Minimum 10 years of combined experience, with at least 2 years as a Project/Program Manager. Must be available to meet with the CO within one hour of notification.

• Quality Control Manager (QCM): Responsible for the Contractor Quality Control Program. Minimum qualifications as per specification section 01 45 00.00 10.

• Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO): Responsible for the Contractor Health and Safety Program. Minimum qualifications as per EM 385-1-1.

• Project Superintendent: Minimum 5 years of construction experience, with at least 2 years as a superintendent on similar commercial projects. Must have documented safety training.

• Contractor Personnel: Must have current/valid licenses and certifications. Must be easily recognized as contractor employees (distinctive clothing or badges).

• Subcontractors: Must be licensed in their specialty where required.

• The work is to be performed at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

• Working hours are typically normal duty hours (0700 – 1600 Monday-Friday), with utility outages as an exception.

• Badging: AFMC Form 387 (contractor badges) required for all personnel prior to commencing work. A designated Certifying Official is required.

• Quality Control: Contractor must provide, inspect, and document quality levels. Includes an inspection system, deficiency prevention, and maintenance of inspection files.

• Health and Safety: Adherence to safety protocols, including OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) requirements, emergency evacuation procedures, and mishap reporting.

• Bioenvironmental Regulations: Compliance with regulations regarding hazardous materials, ventilation, welding, noise levels, and confined spaces.

• Outages and Closures: Must be requested in accordance with TAFB Standard Operating Procedure.

• Existing Work: Contractor must take precautions to avoid damage to existing items and repair/replace altered work to match existing conditions.

• Government Occupancy: The facility will remain occupied throughout construction.

• Airfield Operations: Work in airfield operations areas requires pre-coordination and adherence to specific provisions.

• Controlled/Restricted Areas: Requires specific entry control cards (badges) and designated escorts.

• Documentation: Strict adherence to file naming conventions and submission requirements for various documents (proposals, RFIs, submittals, daily reports, progress reports, etc.).

• Construction Schedule: Baseline schedule due within 10 calendar days of Notice to Proceed (NTP), using Network Analysis Schedule/Critical Path Method.

• Record Drawings: Working as-built drawings and final record drawings are required.

• O&M Manuals and Training: Provide O&M manuals and training for Government personnel.

• Attachments: Includes Appointment of Security Representative Letter, Controlled Area Training and Procedures, and Recovered Materials Determination Form.

• The document references numerous specifications and drawings, including Appendices A, B, and C, which provide detailed information on drawings, specifications, and reference documents.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280" at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The project requires the contractor to furnish all labor, tools, parts, materials, facilities, and transportation necessary for the repair. The estimated magnitude of this project is more than $10,000,000.

• Repair of the Chilled Water System in Building 2280.

• Furnishing of all labor, tools, parts, materials, facilities, and transportation.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (Section B).

• Period of Performance: 440 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: More than $10,000,000.

• Proposals are due by 05:00 PM local time on March 13, 2026.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.

• Evaluation factors for award are detailed in Section M (not provided in this document).

• Key deadlines include the proposal due date and the period of performance.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Size Standard: $45,000,000.00 Annual receipts.

• Set Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Funds may not be presently available for this contract; obligation is contingent upon availability of appropriated funds.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site where the work will be performed (Section L).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of the contract, including payment, inspection, representations and certifications, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and foreign purchases.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel file, titled 'EAL List_CTR to Fill.xlsx', appears to be a form or attachment intended for bidders to complete. It is associated with the construction project "Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280" (Project Number: WWYK200131).

The document contains a table with columns for:

• Last name, first name, and MI (Proper name - not goes by name)
• Driver's license number with state of issue (State ID if no Driver’s License)
• Full nine (9) digit Social Security Number
• Date of Birth (YYYY/MM/DD)

It seems to be a list requiring personal identification information for individuals associated with the construction project, likely for access or personnel tracking purposes.

Bidders will need to complete this form by providing the requested personal identification details for relevant personnel involved in the "Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280" project. Failure to provide this information as required may impact the ability to proceed with or be considered for the opportunity.

Other / Unclassified

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that may be relevant to potential bidders. These include:

• FAR 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting With Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran—Representation and Certifications (Jun 2020): This clause requires offerors to represent and certify that they do not engage in specific activities related to Iran, such as exporting sensitive technology or engaging in certain transactions with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps. It also outlines exceptions for trade agreements.
• FAR 52.236-28 Preparation of Proposals-Construction (Oct 1997): This clause provides instructions on how proposals for construction should be submitted, including requirements for manual signatures, initialing changes, and potential bases for pricing (e.g., lump sum, alternate prices).
• FAR 52.240-1 Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems Manufactured or Assembled by American Security Drone Act-Covered Foreign Entities (Nov 2024): This clause prohibits the delivery or operation of FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft systems. It defines relevant terms and outlines procedures for contractors to search for covered entities and ensure compliance, including provisions for exemptions and subcontracts.
• FAR 52.214-31 Facsimile Bids (Dec 1989): This clause defines "facsimile bid" and states that bidders may submit bids via facsimile. It outlines requirements for facsimile bids, including signatures, and notes that the Government is not responsible for transmission or receipt failures.

These clauses impose specific requirements, prohibitions, and submission instructions that bidders must adhere to. Understanding these FAR clauses is crucial for preparing compliant proposals and for understanding contractual obligations related to Iran sanctions, construction proposals, unmanned aircraft systems, and facsimile bid submissions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Bidders (ITB)" for a two-step sealed bidding process for a construction contract. The government plans to award a single construction contract based on the Solicitation, Offer and Award SF 1442, Statement of Work (SOW), drawings, and specifications. All project documents will be posted on SAM.gov.

• The process involves two steps: Step One for technical proposal submission and evaluation, and Step Two for sealed priced bids from technically acceptable offerors.

• Technical proposals must demonstrate understanding of the project scope and include specific details on the proposed method of accomplishing the work, site verification, user impacts, protection of government property, design calculations, estimating notes, and supporting documentation.

• Specific technical subfactors include Capability and Management, and Schedule and Planning.

• Bidders must acknowledge all amendments to the RFP.

• A bid guarantee (minimum 20% of proposal) is required.

• Bidders must have a current assessment for covered contractor information systems in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).

• Contract award will be made to the technically acceptable bidder with the lowest evaluated price.

• The contract type is construction.

• Proposals are submitted in two steps: technical first, then pricing.

• Technical proposals (Step One) should not include pricing information.

• Pricing proposals (Step Two) must be fully supported and detailed, broken down by CLIN structure and CSI Master Format System to at least CSI Level IV.

• The government may conduct administrative exchanges or discussions.

• Bidders must attend an initial site visit to be eligible for proposal submission.

• Key deadlines and milestones will be specified in the RFP and attachments.

• No specific set-aside information is detailed in this document.

• Bidders must submit only one proposal.

• Proposals must be clear, concise, and provide sufficient detail for evaluation.

• All communications should be directed to the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contract Specialist (CS) via email.

• File suppression utilities (e.g., zip files) are not accepted for submission.

• Password-protected files are not allowed.

• Electronic copies must be in a text-searchable PDF format.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of any amendments.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Evaluation Factors for Award" for a two-step sealed bidding process. The government intends to award a single contract to the responsible bidder who is determined technically acceptable in step one and offers the lowest evaluated price in step two.

• The process involves two steps: technical proposal evaluation (Step One) and pricing proposal evaluation (Step Two).

• Technical proposals will be evaluated for acceptability based on specific subfactors, including Capability and Management, and Schedule and Planning.

• Proposals must meet all solicitation terms and conditions, including Statement of Work (SOW) requirements.

• Bidders must clearly identify any exceptions to terms and conditions with supporting rationale.

• Award will be made to the responsible bidder with the lowest evaluated price after technical acceptability is determined.

Step One (Technical Proposal):

• Focuses solely on technical approach; price is not considered.
• Evaluation ratings include Acceptable, Reasonably susceptible of being made acceptable, and Unacceptable.
• To be considered awardable, a proposal must receive an "acceptable" rating in every technical subfactor.
• The government may request additional information or conduct discussions if proposals are not fully acceptable.
• Site visits may be conducted to assess bidder potential.

Step Two (Pricing Proposal):

• Only technically acceptable proposals from Step One will be considered.

• Pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness (including completeness), balanced pricing, and realism.

• The government primarily evaluates the pricing of the apparent lowest-priced bidder but may evaluate others to ensure adequate price competition.

• Pricing proposals must comply with the "Instructions to Offerors" (ITO).

• Total Evaluated Price (TEP) will be calculated for evaluation purposes.

• Not explicitly detailed in this document, but compliance with FAR and DFARS is required.

• The two-step sealed bidding procedures are described in FAR Subpart 14.5, supplemented by DFARS and DAFFARS.

• Bidders must submit their best technical proposals initially, as the government may proceed to Step Two without further information requests.

• Proposal pricing amounts and rates must adhere to specific rounding instructions.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for the repair of the chilled water system at Building 2280, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

• Furnish all materials, labor, plant, tools, transportation, equipment, testing services, quality control, and incidentals for the repair.

• Perform a site investigation to verify existing conditions; additional as-built drawings are available.

• Identify and provide necessary logistical, architectural, and structural work elements not explicitly identified in project documents.

• Ensure the repaired system is complete, fully operating, and ready for Government use.

• Repair or replace portions of existing work altered during construction to match adjoining work.

• Project Manager (PM): Minimum 10 years of combined experience, with at least 2 years as a Project/Program Manager. Must be available within 1 hour of notification.

• Quality Control Manager (QCM): Responsible for the Contractor Quality Control Program. Minimum qualifications specified in section 01 45 00.00 10.

• Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO): Responsible for the Contractor Health and Safety Program. Minimum qualifications specified in EM 385-1-1.

• Project Superintendent: Minimum 5 years of construction experience, with at least 2 years as a superintendent on similar commercial projects. Must have documented safety training.

• Contractor personnel require appropriate identification badges (AFMC Form 387).

• Location: Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

• Working Hours: Normal duty hours (0700 – 1600 Monday-Friday), with utility outages as an exception. Weekend/holiday work may be authorized for schedule adherence at no additional cost to the government.

• Quality Control: Contractor must establish an inspection system, a method for deficiency prevention, and maintain inspection files. QC staff must be present on-site when work is performed.

• Health and Safety: Adherence to Commander's Statement of Safety Intent, OSHA VPP, Emergency Evacuation Procedures, and Mishap Reporting is required. Compliance with Bioenvironmental Regulations (lead-based paint, ventilation, welding, noise, confined spaces) is mandatory.

• Access: Work may occur in controlled/restricted areas requiring secure area badges (AF Form 1199C). Escorts are required for personnel access.

• Airfield Operations: Work may occur in airfield operations areas, requiring pre-coordination and an Airfield Construction Waiver.

• Affirmative Procurement: Use of EPA-designated and USDA-designated biobased items is included.

• Environmental Management: Lead-based paint (LBP) concerns identified; removal must be performed by trained workers.

• Documentation: Strict adherence to file naming conventions and submission requirements for proposals, RFIs, submittals, daily reports, progress reports, and other documents.

• Construction Schedule: A baseline schedule must be submitted within 10 days of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Record Drawings: Working and final record drawings (CAD format) are required.

• O&M Manuals and Training: Required a minimum of 30 days prior to final inspection.

• DD Form 1354: Required for transfer and acceptance of military real property.

• Government Furnished Information: Drawings, specifications, and reference documents are provided on an attached CD.

• 'OR EQUAL' Clause: Specific manufacturers/model numbers indicate design intent and minimum standards; substitutions must be clearly identified and proven equal.

• Attachments: Includes Appointment of Security Representative Letter, Controlled Area Training/Procedures, and Recovered Materials Determination Form.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280" at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The project requires the contractor to furnish all labor, tools, parts, materials, facilities, and transportation necessary for the repair. The estimated magnitude of this project is more than $10,000,000.

• Repair of the Chilled Water System in Building 2280.

• Furnishing of all labor, tools, parts, materials, facilities, and transportation.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 440 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: More than $10,000,000.

• Proposals are due by 05:00 PM local time on March 13, 2026.

• Offers must be submitted to the address specified in Item 8.

• Evaluation factors are detailed in Section J, "Evaluation Factors for Award."

• This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Size Standard: $45,000,000.00 Annual receipts.

• Funds may not be presently available for this contract; obligation is contingent upon availability of appropriated funds.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site where the work will be performed (see FAR 52.236-27).

• A preconstruction conference may be conducted.

• Attachments include "Instructions to Bidders (2-Step)", "Evaluation Factors for Award (2-Step)", and "Additional Clauses."

Other / Unclassified

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that are relevant to potential bidders:

• FAR 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting With Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran—Representation and Certifications (Jun 2020): This clause requires offerors to represent and certify that they do not engage in specific activities related to Iran, such as exporting sensitive technology or engaging in certain transactions with the Iranian government or its entities. It includes definitions for 'Person' and 'Sensitive technology' and outlines exceptions for trade agreements.
• FAR 52.236-28 Preparation of Proposals-Construction (Oct 1997): This clause provides instructions on how construction proposals should be prepared and submitted, including requirements for manual signatures, initialing changes, and potential bases for proposed prices (e.g., lump sum, alternate prices). It also addresses the submission of all items and alternate proposals.
• FAR 52.240-1 Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems Manufactured or Assembled by American Security Drone Act-Covered Foreign Entities (Nov 2024): This clause prohibits the delivery or operation of FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and the use of Federal funds for their procurement or operation. It defines relevant terms, outlines procedures for checking the SAM.gov list of covered entities, and details exemptions, exceptions, and waivers.
• FAR 52.214-31 Facsimile Bids (Dec 1989): This clause permits the submission of facsimile bids and outlines the requirements for their submission, including that they must arrive by the specified time. It also states that the Government may award solely on a facsimile bid but may request the original signed bid. The clause details risks associated with facsimile transmission.

These clauses impose specific requirements, prohibitions, and submission instructions that bidders must adhere to. Understanding these FAR clauses is crucial for preparing compliant proposals and ensuring eligibility for the opportunity. Specifically, bidders need to be aware of the Iran-related certifications, proposal preparation guidelines for construction, restrictions on unmanned aircraft systems, and the option to submit facsimile bids.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Bidders (ITB)" for a two-step sealed bidding procurement process. The government intends to award a single construction contract based on a Request for Proposal (RFP), Statement of Work (SOW), drawings, and specifications. All project documents will be posted on SAM.gov.

• The procurement uses a two-step sealed bidding procedure: Step One involves technical proposal submission and evaluation (no pricing). Step Two involves sealed priced bids from technically acceptable offerors.

• Proposals must be clear, concise, and provide sufficient detail to demonstrate how the bidder will meet requirements.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of any amendments.

• A site visit is mandatory for eligibility.

• Contract award will be made to the technically acceptable bidder with the lowest evaluated price.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email or DoD Safe, with specific formatting requirements (e.g., no password-protected files, specific software versions, text searchability for PDFs).

• File suppression utilities (e.g., zip files) are not accepted.

• Bidders must submit only one proposal.

• The government may conduct administrative exchanges but will not establish formal "opening" and "closing" of discussions or request final proposal revisions.

• Technical proposals will be evaluated against technical subfactors defined in Section M.

• Pricing proposals will be evaluated for reasonableness, balance, and realism.

• Key deadlines and milestones are detailed throughout the document, including proposal submission dates and the proposal acceptance period.

• Bidders must attend the initial site visit to be eligible.

• Bidders must have a current assessment in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) with a score of at least 110, or submit a Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M).

• A bid guarantee (minimum 20% of proposal) is required.

• The Contracting Officer (CO) and Contract Specialist (CS) are the sole points of contact.

• Specific formatting requirements for pages, text size, and margins are detailed.

• Legible tables, charts, graphs, and figures are permitted, with specific size and font limitations.

• Proprietary information should be marked.

• Bidders must provide a detailed price proposal with supporting documentation, including subcontractor quotes, in-house calculations, and estimating notes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award" for a two-step sealed bidding procurement process. The government intends to award a single contract to the responsible bidder who is technically acceptable and offers the lowest evaluated price.

• The procurement uses a two-step sealed bidding procedure (FAR Subpart 14.5).

• Step One involves the submission and evaluation of technical proposals, with no pricing involved.

• Step Two involves the submission of sealed priced bids from technically acceptable offerors.

• Bidders must comply with all solicitation requirements, terms, and conditions. Exceptions must be clearly identified with supporting rationale.

• Site visits may be conducted during Step One to assess bidder potential.

• Not explicitly detailed in this document, but it references FAR 52.214-10 for Contract Award-Sealed Bidding.

Step One (Technical Proposal Evaluation):

• Evaluation is based on the offeror's technical approach.
• Does not consider price.
• Uses technical subfactors: Capability and Management, and Schedule and Planning.
• Each subfactor will receive an "Acceptable," "Reasonably susceptible of being made acceptable," or "Unacceptable" rating.
• A proposal must receive an "Acceptable" rating in every subfactor to be considered technically acceptable for Step Two.
• Deficiencies in a subfactor may lead to an "Unacceptable" rating and elimination from the competition.
• The government may request additional information or clarification.

Step Two (Pricing Proposal Evaluation):

• Only technically acceptable proposals from Step One will be considered.

• Award will be made to the responsible bidder with the lowest evaluated price.

• Pricing proposals will be evaluated for reasonableness (completeness, balanced pricing, realism).

• The government may evaluate prices of other bidders to ensure adequate price competition.

• Pricing proposals must comply with the "Instructions to Offerors" (ITO).

• Total Evaluated Price (TEP) will be calculated for evaluation purposes.

• Not specified in this document.

• Bidders are urged to submit their best technical proposals initially.

• The government reserves the right to reject bids.

• All proposed dollar amounts and rates must be rounded according to specified formats.