Demolition, site work and addition to a mixed-use development in Orlando, Florida. Conceptual plans call for the addition of a medical facility; for the demolition of a medical facility; and for site work for a medical facility.

INTRODUCTION: This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Project Number 675-CSI-134 that requires Architect and/or Engineering (A/E) Design Services to "Construct Linear Accelerator (LINAC) Room and Support Space at lake Nona," at the Orlando Veterans Affairs Medical Center (OVAMC), 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, FL 32827. A/E services shall support construction of an expansion. This project is 100% SetAside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Concerns. The NAICS code for this procurement is 541330 "Engineering Services" and the annual small business size standard is $25.5M. This project requires a full design team for completion of the project. The projected award date for the anticipated A/E contract is on or before December 29, 2023. All information required for submission of SF330 documentation is contained herein. The magnitude for construction (not design) of this project is between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00 in accordance with Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 836.204 (g). Federal Acquisition Regulation (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 Veterans Affairs Acquisition Manual (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 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. DESCRIPTION: The Government is seeking an A/E firm to provide all professional services required for the design of complete construction documents (i.e., working drawings, specifications, reports, estimates, and construction period services) for Project Number 675-CSI-134 entitled "Construct LINAC Room and Support Space at Lake Nona" at the OVAMC, in accordance with items herein specified. Construction document tasks will include, but will not be limited to, preparation and/or performance of reports, specifications, rendering, working drawings, site visits, meetings, meeting minutes, phasing/scheduling, and other related information, and services. The A/E shall furnish services for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. The anticipated scope is defined in the Statement of Work (SOW) and final confirmation shall be coordinated with the Government. See attached SOW for more detailed information. 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, or in Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia and be authorized to complete professional design services in the state of Florida. The project drawings/design 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 prepare drawings and 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 shall ensure that the specifications and drawings supplied fully represent all work described in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The Medical Center must remain operational throughout the construction period and a detailed sequence of work shall 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. 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 email to Shaundrica.Close@va.gov on or before October 25, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. EST. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this Time. *The value for this project is based on a financial range. The value is listed as the highest possible cost from the range provided by a stakeholder or official project document.