C--OSHA A/E Renovation Design and Phasing

This federal contract modification, designated as Amendment 0001 for Solicitation 140D0426R0111, is issued by the Department of the Interior's Interior Business Center, Acquisition Services Directorate, located in Herndon, Virginia. Authorized by Contracting Officer Ericka Graham and dated September 10, 2026, the purpose of this amendment is to distribute a revised solicitation document, update the Statement of Work (SOW), and provide answers to questions submitted by prospective contractors. The amendment does not change the original closing date for receipt of offers. To remain eligible for award, offerors must formally acknowledge receipt of this amendment using one of the approved Standard Form 30 methods prior to the specified submission deadline.

This Request for Proposal (RFP), solicitation number 140D0426R0111, is issued by the Department of the Interior’s Interior Business Center on behalf of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The agency seeks professional Architecture and Engineering (A/E) design and project phasing services for the renovation of Suites N3100, N3600, and N3700 at the Frances Perkins Building in Washington, D.C. This acquisition is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541310 (Architectural Services) with a size standard of $12.5 million. The anticipated contract is a Firm-Fixed Price type with a 12-month period of performance. Optional construction procurement assistance and management services may be exercised for up to an additional 12 months. Firms must submit Standard Form 330 (SF330) Parts I and II by October 13, 2026. Submissions must demonstrate proof of professional licensure in the District of Columbia and highlight key personnel, including a Principal Architect, Senior Project Manager, and Senior Interior Designer. Evaluation is based on four descending criteria: professional qualifications, specialized experience (specifically in dated infrastructure, asbestos mitigation, space planning, and renovation phasing), capacity to complete the work timely, and past performance. A site visit is scheduled for September 18, 2026, and questions are due by September 23, 2026. The selected firm will negotiate a fair and reasonable price based on estimated construction costs exceeding $10 million.

This Department of Labor (DOL) Statement of Work (SOW) outlines requirements for an architect-engineer (A/E) contractor to provide design and project phasing services for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) consolidation and renovation project. Located in the North section of the third floor of the Frances Perkins Building (FPB) in Washington, D.C., the project covers approximately 37,418 square feet of business occupancy space. The primary objective is to improve space efficiency, flow, and working conditions by designing a contiguous layout, upgrading systems to modern codes, and increasing access to natural light. Key design requirements include planning for approximately 8 SES private offices, 30 GS15/14 private offices, 238 workstations, collaboration areas, and supporting copy and break spaces. Additionally, the A/E must deliver a detailed, phased construction plan that utilizes existing OSHA space as a swing space to minimize disruption to staff. The contract is anticipated to be a firm-fixed-price agreement with a one-year period of performance, plus an optional CLIN for construction procurement assistance and administration services. The A/E must provide licensed professionals, including a Senior Project Manager, Principal/Senior Architect, and Senior Interior Designer, each requiring at least 10 years of experience. Deliverables include an Existing Conditions Survey Report, progressive design submissions (35%, 65%, 95%, and 100% Issued for Construction), cost estimates, and technical specifications compliant with PBS P100, IBC, and other federal standards. Additionally, the design must incorporate asbestos abatement planning due to identified hazardous materials in the building.

This government document is a Question and Answer (Q&A) amendment for Solicitation Number 140D0426R0111, titled "OSHA Renovation Design & Phasing." It clarifies request for proposal (RFP) requirements, proposal submission guidelines, and the project's technical scope of work (SOW) for renovating the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) suites within the Frances Perkins Building in Washington, D.C. Key administrative clarifications include that key personnel must be licensed and registered in D.C. by the proposal submission date, while the prime architecture and engineering (A/E) firm must be registered in D.C. by the award date. Additionally, the organizational chart and cover letter count toward the 75-page proposal limit, and the solicitation has been amended to include estimated construction cost details. Regarding technical specifications, structural engineering is excluded from the scope, and no exterior building modifications will occur. The building, constructed in 1975, is not historically registered, but contains known asbestos in the HVAC duct mastic and floor tiles, which must be addressed via the required abatement plans. The government will provide the awarded firm with a Revit floor plan and "legacy" PDF drawings, but the design team is responsible for field-verifying dimensions. Furthermore, the renovation must be designed in phases, utilizing existing OSHA perimeter and core spaces as swing space, while keeping existing "Shelter In Place" locations intact.

This Request for Proposal (RFP), solicitation number 140D0426R0111, is issued by the Department of the Interior’s Interior Business Center on behalf of the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The federal government is seeking professional Architecture and Engineering (A/E) design and project phasing services for the renovation of Suites N3100, N3600, and N3700 within the Frances Perkins Building in Washington, D.C. This acquisition is designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 541310 (Architectural Services), with a size standard of $12.5 million. The resulting contract will be Firm-Fixed Price with a 12-month base period of performance, and includes optional construction procurement assistance services. Work will primarily be performed at the contractor's site, with coordinated site visits to the Washington, D.C. facility. Prospective offerors must submit a Standard Form 330 (SF330) Part I and Part II, limited to 75 pages for Part I. Submissions are due by October 13, 2026, and questions must be submitted by September 23, 2026. Evaluation will be conducted by an Evaluation Board based on four descending factors of importance: professional qualifications of key personnel (including a licensed Principal Architect, Senior Project Manager, and Senior Interior Designer), specialized experience in historical infrastructure and asbestos mitigation, capacity to accomplish the work within the timeline, and past performance. The most highly qualified firm will be selected to submit a pricing proposal for contract negotiations.

This Department of Labor (DOL) Statement of Work (SOW) outlines requirements for an Architect-Engineer (A/E) contractor to provide design and project phasing services for a consolidation and renovation project. The project targets approximately 37,418 square feet of non-contiguous Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) office space on the third floor (North section) of the Frances Perkins Building (FPB) in Washington, D.C. The primary objective is to create a highly efficient, code-compliant, and contiguous workspace that improves daylight access, air circulation, and layout functionality. The design must accommodate 8 SES private offices, 30 GS15/14 private offices, 238 workstations, and supporting collaboration, conference, and break areas. Key deliverables include an Existing Conditions Survey, 35% Concept Designs, 65% and 95% Construction Documents, and a 100% Issued for Construction (IFC) submission. Additionally, the A/E must develop a detailed Phasing Plan to sequence construction by zones, minimizing disruption to ongoing government operations and addressing hazardous materials such as asbestos-containing materials (ACM). The period of performance is one year from the date of award under an anticipated firm-fixed-price contract. The SOW also includes an optional CLIN for Construction Procurement Assistance and Construction Administration services, lasting up to 12 months. All designs must adhere to federal standards, including PBS P100, the International Building Code (IBC), NFPA, ABAAS accessibility guidelines, and FPB space and finish standards.

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Interior Business Center (IBC). Its purpose is to evaluate the past performance of a contractor currently being considered for a federal contract award. The questionnaire is structured into several key sections: - **Firm and Project Information:** Captures background details including the project title, location, contract number, dates, and financial amounts. - **Evaluator Information:** Identifies the evaluator's name, agency, contact information, and role in the project. - **Ratings Scale:** Establishes a five-tier rating system ranging from Outstanding (O) to Unacceptable (U). - **Performance Evaluation:** Features ten questions assessing the contractor's client relationships, corporate management, quality control, schedule adherence, and overall customer satisfaction. It also asks if the contractor received any cure notices, if the evaluator would hire them again, and if the firm had the opportunity to address negative feedback. - **Submission Details:** Instructs the evaluator to sign and return the completed form directly to Contracting Officer Ericka Graham at ericka_graham@ibc.doi.gov. This form serves as a critical tool in the federal procurement source selection process to verify vendor reliability and past performance quality.

This document is a formal Q&A template for Solicitation Number 140D0426R0111, titled "OSHA Renovation Design & Phasing." It provides a structured format for bidding firms to submit inquiries and for the federal government to provide official clarifications and amendments regarding the project's design and construction phasing requirements.