Project No. QKKA 171017, Add/Repair Fitness Center B622, Misawa Air Base, Japan
ID: RFI-FA5205-25-002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5205 35 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96319-5201, USA

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Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Z2JZ)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking industry feedback through a Sources Sought notice for the Add/Repair Fitness Center B622 at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The project aims to undertake significant renovations, including the replacement of windows with Anti-Terrorism compliant models, roof repairs, and upgrades to plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems, while ensuring compliance with safety measures and local regulations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the functionality and safety of the facility, with an estimated construction cost ranging from $10 million to $25 million and a performance duration of approximately 555 calendar days. Interested contractors must provide their information and feedback by February 18, 2025, and should be authorized to operate in Japan. For further inquiries, contact Shoko Suzuki at shoko.suzuki.jp@us.af.mil or Miyako Fujimoto at miyako.fujimoto.jp@us.af.mil.

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    The document outlines the project to add and repair the Fitness Center, B622, at Misawa Air Base in Japan. It provides the final design, detailing renovation and repair work aimed at enhancing space functionality and compliance with updated safety and accessibility standards. Key renovations include replacing windows, roofing, plumbing fixtures, and electrical systems, as well as improving HVAC and fire suppression systems. The layout will include access routes for better patron tracking and security improvements. Additionally, it addresses hazardous materials abatement, particularly concerning asbestos. The facility will adhere to various international and national building codes including the IBC, NEC, and NFPA standards, ensuring both structural integrity and life safety compliance. The project design encompasses specific room utilizations and occupancy requirements, specifying detailed life safety provisions such as emergency exits, fire safety systems, and compliance checks per local regulations. This summary encapsulates the project's scope, compliance measures, and goals, underlining the significant effort to modernize the facility while ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
    The document outlines plumbing plans and modifications for the renovation project of the Fitness Center (B622) at Misawa Air Base, Japan. It specifies the demolition of existing plumbing fixtures and systems, including lavatories, water closets, showers, and associated piping, in preparation for installations of new fixtures and systems. Detailed plumbing symbols are used throughout, indicating types of pipes, drains, vents, and valves necessary for the project's completion. Important general notes highlight essential coordination aspects: the shutdown of existing hot and cold water systems, the proper removal of materials containing asbestos, patching up resultant openings from the demolition, and ensuring that all work complies with life safety standards. The plumbing design emphasizes the need for concealed piping, adherence to local regulations, and detailed specifications on installing new plumbing fixtures and systems. This document is part of a government Request for Proposal (RFP) that illustrates the government’s commitment to improving facilities while adhering to safety and regulatory compliance, ensuring a well-planned and efficient renovation for the Fitness Center at the Air Base. The completion of this project is vital for maintaining functional and safe facility standards.
    The document presents the specifications for the design and repair of the Fitness Center at Misawa Air Base, Japan, under project number QKKA171017. It details the scope of work, including extensive renovations to the interior and exterior, replacement of plumbing and HVAC systems, installation of energy-efficient fixtures, and compliance with safety regulations. The contractor is responsible for hazardous material disposal, asbestos remediation, and significant structural improvements. Compliance with U.S. and Japanese standards is emphasized, along with the qualifications required for project oversight. The document outlines operational requirements, including work area restrictions, safety protocols, and environmental management. Furthermore, it stipulates the need for effective communication, permitting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring the protection of base operations and personnel. This comprehensive blueprint underscores the federal government's commitment to enhancing military facilities while adhering to safety and operational protocols.
    The government is seeking industry feedback through a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) for the Add/Repair Fitness Center B622 at Misawa Air Base, Japan. This initiative aims to identify potential contractors with the capabilities to execute significant renovations, including the replacement of windows with Anti-Terrorism compliant models, roof repairs, complete overhauls of interior finishes and plumbing systems, and upgrades to energy-efficient HVAC and electrical systems. The project also encompasses reconfiguring spaces for improved functionality and ensuring compliance with safety measures, including fire alarms and mass notification systems. The estimated construction cost ranges between $10 million and $25 million, with a performance duration expected to last 555 calendar days. Interested firms are encouraged to provide their information, feedback on draft specifications, and express interest in potential proposals by February 18, 2025. The document stresses that participation in this RFI is voluntary, and all costs incurred will be the responsibility of the respondents. Additionally, contractors must be authorized to operate in Japan and secure any necessary permits. This RFI serves as a preliminary step to shape an effective acquisition strategy for the project while ensuring adherence to local regulations.
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