Renovation of a military facility in Miami, Florida. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a military facility.

The contractor shall provide all parts, services, labor, supervision, and specialty services to conduct a full campus-wide steam distribution survey within all VISN 8 sites to identify the locations of all cast iron, ductile, or malleable fittings, valve housings, piping, and components in high pressure and medium pressure steam systems. This requirement covers systems operating at a pressure of 15 Pounds per Square Inch Gauge (PSIG) or greater and hot water distribution systems for hot water or other liquids at a temperature of greater than 257 degrees Fahrenheit. This requirement only covers above-ground piping. Pre-solicitation notice this is not a request for proposal. This is a request for standard form (sf) 330s architect-engineer qualification packages only. All information needed to submit sf 330 documents is contained herein. No solicitation package, technical information, or bidder/plan holder list will be issued. The government will not pay, nor reimburse any costs associated with responding to this request. The government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. 1. INTRODUCTION: This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice that requires Architect and/or Engineering (A&E) Study for Veteran Integrated Service Network (VISN) 8 to "Replace Cast Iron Fittings and Valves Steam Distribution Systems" at all VISN 8 Sites. This project is 100% Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSB). The NAICS code for this procurement is 541310 "Architectural Services" and the annual small business size standard is $12.5M. The projected award date for the anticipated A&E contract is on or before September 15, 2023. All information needed to submit SF330 documents is contained herein. The magnitude for construction (not design) of this project is more than $10,000,000 - FAR 36.204 (h). Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 36.6 selection procedures apply. The architectural/engineering sources listed herein are being procured utilizing the Selection of Architects and Engineer's statute, also known as the Brooks Act or Qualifications Based Selection (QBS), FAR Part 36.6, VAAR Part 836.6, and VAAM Part 836.6. All submissions will be evaluated in accordance with (IAW) the evaluation criteria identified in the Selection Criteria. At least three (3) of the firms deemed to be the most highly qualified, after initial source selection, will be chosen for discussions/interviews. Firms will be selected based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for the required work as submitted. Firms that design or prepare specifications in conjunction with this contract are prohibited from participating in any future construction contracts based on those documents. 2. DESCRIPTION: The Government is seeking an A&E firm to provide all parts, services, labor, supervision, and specialty services to conduct a full campus-wide steam distribution survey within all VISN 8 sites to identify the locations of all cast iron, ductile, or malleable fittings, valve housings, piping, and components in high pressure and medium pressure steam systems, in accordance with items herein specified. This requirement covers systems operating at a pressure of 15 Pounds per Square Gauge (PSIG) or greater and hot water distribution systems for hot water or other liquids at a temperature of greater than 257 degrees Fahrenheit. This requirement only covers above-ground piping. The A&E shall furnish services for a complete study of all VISN 8 sites. The anticipated scope is defined here for reference and final confirmation needs to be coordinated with the Government. See attached statement of work for more detailed information. 3. The review/design of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, or other engineering features of the work shall be accomplished by architects or engineers registered in a State or possession of the United States, in Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia and be authorized to complete professional design services in the state of Florida. 4. The project Study shall follow applicable standards and codes described in VA Program Guides and design materials. Master Construction Specifications Index, VA Construction Standards Index, VA Standards Index, and Criteria are available in the Technical Information Library (TIL) on the VA Website address: http://www.cfm.va.gov/til/. 5. The awarded A&E firm shall complete the study and all specifications in sufficient detail such that qualified outside general contracting companies can prepare accurate and timely proposals for the desired work. The awarded A&E firm is responsible for ensuring that the specifications and studies supplied fully represent all of the work described in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The Medical Center must remain operational throughout the construction period and a detailed sequence of work will be provided by the A&E firm to minimize the impact of the construction. 6. All offerors are advised that in accordance with VAAR 836.606-71, the total cost of the contract for A&E services must not exceed 6 percent of the estimated cost of the construction project plus any fees for related services and activities. Additionally, FAR Clause 52.236-22 (c) - Design Within Funding Limitation, will be applicable to this procurement action. Design limitation costs will be provided to the most highly rated A&E firm selected to complete the design. 7. Personal visits for the purpose of discussing this announcement will not be entertained or scheduled. Selection shall be in the order of preference from the firms considered Most Highly Qualified. Questions may be directed only by e-mail to Jean.Pierre1@va.gov. 8. In accordance with FAR 36.209 - Construction Contracts with A&E Firms and 36.606 (c), all interested contractors are hereby put on notice that no construction contract may be awarded to the firm that ultimately designs this requirement. 9. In accordance with VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 852.219-10, 50% of the cost of personnel for contract performance of the contract shall be spent on employees of the SDVOSB concern or employees of other eligible SDVOSB concerns. See VAAR Clause 819.7003 for eligibility requirements regarding SDVOSB or Veteran Owned Small Business Set-Aside. 10. The selection of the most qualified contractor will follow the guidance provided in FAR 36.6 - Architect-Engineer Services. Additionally, this solicitation is also issued in accordance with Public Law 109-461, the Veterans Benefits, Healthcare Information, and Technology Act of 2006, Sections 502 and 503, as a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) contractors. Pursuant to 38 USC 8127(d), competition is restricted to SDVOSB construction firms, as there is a reasonable expectation that two or more offers from SDVOSB contractors will be received under this solicitation. Federal Acquisition Registration (FAR) requires that federal contractors register in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database at www.sam.gov and enter all mandatory information into the system. The award cannot be made until the contractor has registered. Offerors are encouraged to ensure that they are registered in SAM prior to submitting their qualifications package. 11. SF 330s will be evaluated in accordance with the selection criteria as stated in this pre-solicitation notice. These evaluations will determine the most highly qualified firms for this requirement. In accordance with FAR 36.602-3-(c), at least three (3) of the most highly qualified firms will then be notified of the Government's intent to hold discussions. Discussions will be held with the top three (3) selected most highly qualified firms in the form determined to be most advantageous and economical by the contracting officer. This may include in writing, via phone interview, or in-person interview presentations. The firms invited to participate in discussions will be notified by email and provided further instructions, including any questions or topics to address. Following the completion of discussions, the firms will be evaluated and ranked for selection based on the selection criteria, and the most highly qualified firm will be selected and subsequently sent the solicitation. The final evaluation and ranking will consider the SF 330 submission for each firm, as well as additional information obtained via discussions. A site visit may be authorized for the highest-rated firm during the negotiation process at no cost to the Government. If negotiations are not successful with the highest-rated firm, the firm will be notified that negotiations have been terminated. Negotiations will then be initiated with the next highest-rated firm, and so on until an award can be made or the requirement is canceled. 12. SELECTION CRITERIA: The VA will utilize the following selection criteria in descending order of importance to evaluate firms: The evaluation factors consist of Factor 1 - Technical Qualifications; Factor 2 - Experience; Factor 3 - Past Performance; Factor 4 - Capacity to Accomplish Work in the Required Time; Factor 5 - Commitment to Use SDVOSB's, VOSBs and other types of small businesses as subcontractors. Each factor shall have equal importance to determine the top-ranked firms with the highest overall rating. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.