Added: Sep 16, 2008 8:08 pm
The General Services Administration, Pacific Rim Region (GSA), is requesting proposals for a study comparing energy performance of several federal buildings in desert climates:
DeConcini USCH, Tucson - 440,000 gsf
Federal Building, Tucson - 150,000 gsf
Lloyd George USCH, Las Vegas - 450,000 gsf
Foley Federal Building, Las Vegas - 210,000 gsf
Federal Building, Phoenix - 300,000 gsf
These buildings have similar occupancies, but exhibit varying energy performance. The goal of this study is to compare occupancy characteristics, construction (e.g., glazing, envelope), HVAC and lighting systems, and other significant variables impacting energy performance, and produce a report that assists GSA in knowing what is right and wrong about the structues, systems and operations of these buildings. The approach to the study will be discussed in detail at a kickoff meeting, and will be mutually agreed on by the GSA and the contractor. Recent energy audits and HVAC operations manuals are available for these facilities as a starting point.
The purchase order clauses and RFQ (SF 18) will be posted to FBO. This solicitation is for unrestricted competition under the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program, NAICS 541330. Any responsible source may submit a proposal that will be considered. The procurement is a simplified acquisition under FAR Part 13; Part 15 procedures will not be followed. Selection will be based on best value offered considering cost (hourly rates and maximum travel costs) and skills and experience and expertise of the proposed experts. Registration at www.ccr.gov is required. The order will be issued on a time and materials basis.
Experience and skills sought: We are looking for a solid combination of practical experience with building systems in conjunction with analytical skills (e.g., background that is excessively academic or programmatic, or strong on field experience with limited relevant analytical experience, will be scored less highly than a thorough mix). Skills should be demonstrated to be sufficient to analyze all major energy consuming systems - envelope elements, HVAC, lighting, lighting controls etc. Energy modeling experience is a positive. Experience with analyzing facilities for energy consumption patterns and opportunities (e.g., performing energy audits) is a plus; experience showing creative approaches beyond conventional audits is a plus.
Following kickoff meeting, Contractor must notify building manager one week prior to site visits, and must obtain Federal Protective Service clearance and obtain building badge for all personnel working on site. Contractor should begin process of submitting background forms and fingerprint cards immediately after purchase order award. A 100% draft report must be submitted electronically (PDF) by 6/30/2009. Upon receipt of GSA comments, report must be finalized and submitted electronically (PDF) and 3 bound hard copies with all supporting data and calculations within two weeks.
Proposals must be submitted no later than 5:00 PM PDST on Wednesday September 24, 2008, by email to Mark.Levi@gsa.gov (email submission is required). Proposals must include:
(1) signed and completed RFQ (SF 18);
(2) letter proposal containing resumes and other descriptive information related to skills and background of personnel who will be performing work, to include references (including accurate names and phone numbers) of clients for whom the specific personnel have performed relevant work.
A purchase order will be issued to the successful offeror. The purchase order will be time and materials, not to exceed $75,000, with the maximum travel cost a not-to-exceed subtotal. Contractor must report exact hours worked by individual and rate, and reimbursable expenses with substantiating documentation, with each invoice. Progress invoices may be submitted for each calendar month after the end of each month, Final invoice must be accompanied by an executed releasee of claims.
Price proposals must be valid through September 30, 2008.
Added: Sep 18, 2008 6:21 pm
Clarification of evaluation criteria: we will consider the experience and past performance of the firm and personnel proposed to do work, based on the information provided, the evaluator's own experience with the firm and/or personnel (if any), and any other sources we have. Experience includes having the skillsets to expertly conduct the study; past performance includes satisfaction of GSA and other clients with performance of relevant work.
We will evaluate price by subtracting the proposed travel ceiling from the stipulated T&M; ceiling, then dividing the balance by the weighted average hourly rate. This will give us the anticipated number of productive hours available. This will be used as the price evaluation. This will be considered against the assessment of experience and past performance to make a best value decision.
