Software Integration Lab - PLA Market Survey
ID: W912BV25X10Q1_1Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW076 ENDIST TULSATULSA, OK, 74137-4290, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS (Y1AZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5e0731ac25fe4c9992d03480cd568695/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Tulsa District, is conducting a market survey to gather insights on the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for a significant construction project at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The project involves the design-bid-build renovation of a facility compliant with ICD705 standards, encompassing approximately 295,000 square feet within an existing multi-level structure, with an estimated construction cost between $100 million and $250 million. The survey aims to collect information on respondents' experiences with PLAs, local labor availability, and the implications of using PLAs on project costs and small business participation, which will inform the decision-making process for this large-scale project. Interested parties must submit their responses by 2:00 PM CST on October 28, 2024, to Brian Welch and Julie S. Hill at the provided email addresses.

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    PLA Labor Market Survey.docx
    The Tulsa District is seeking responses regarding the use of project labor agreements (PLAs) for upcoming construction initiatives. Interested parties must detail their experience with PLAs in similar projects over the past 2-5 years, including project names, locations, cost comparisons, timelines, craft trades involved, challenges faced, and whether a PLA was implemented. The inquiry also focuses on local skilled labor availability, potential shortages, the impact of concurrent projects on labor pools, and time-sensitive scheduling concerns. Respondents are asked to assess the implications of using a PLA on project costs and small business participation, as well as the timing of PLA submission in relation to contract awards. The overarching goal is to gather insights into how PLAs could enhance efficiency and economy in federal procurement processes, or conversely, to identify potential drawbacks. The request is structured to gather comprehensive data from participants to inform decision-making for the project.
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