Utility Building and Garage Rehabilitation, Birch Hill Dam, Royalston, MA
ID: W912WJ25Q0031Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLANDCONCORD, MA, 01742-2751, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE) (Y1QA)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – New England District is soliciting bids for the rehabilitation of the Utility Building and Maintenance Garage at Birch Hill Dam in Royalston, Massachusetts. The project entails comprehensive renovations, including the removal and replacement of various structural components, as well as testing for asbestos and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) to ensure environmental safety compliance. This initiative is crucial for maintaining military infrastructure and operational facilities, ensuring they remain safe and functional. Interested small business contractors must submit their quotes by February 7, 2025, and can contact Alicia LaCrosse at alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil or 978-318-8902 for further details. The estimated construction cost ranges between $100,000 and $250,000.

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    The document outlines an amendment to a solicitation by the U.S. Army Engineer District, New England, that extends the closing date for submissions from January 28, 2025, to February 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern. This extension is intended to allow additional time for potential contractors to prepare and submit their offers. While the submission deadline is altered, all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment details the required acknowledgment procedures for offerors, emphasizing the importance of timely acknowledgment to avoid rejection of proposals. Furthermore, it notes that a subsequent amendment will be issued in the future, indicating ongoing developments related to this solicitation process. The document's structured format includes standard solicitation terminology, such as sections for signatures and descriptions of amendments, adhering to federal guidelines for proposals and contracts.
    The document outlines the statement of work for the exterior rehabilitation of the Utility Building and Maintenance Garage at Birch Hill Dam in Royalston, MA, overseen by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It includes a series of informational photos detailing various sides of both the Utility Building and the Maintenance Garage, highlighting the current structural state and notable features. Specific areas of concern, such as damaged framing between overhead bay doors inside the Maintenance Garage, are documented to inform potential contractors of the required repairs. The purpose of the document is to provide clear guidance for contractors bidding on the project, ensuring compliance with federal standards for building rehabilitation. It underscores the importance of maintaining military infrastructure and operational facilities, ensuring they are safe, functional, and up to code.
    The Birch Hill Dam Project Office has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the rehabilitation of two buildings at Birch Hill Dam, Royalston, MA. The scope of work includes testing for asbestos and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), followed by necessary renovations, repairs, and safety compliance. Contractors are required to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment for the exterior rehabilitation of the Utility Building and Maintenance Garage, including the removal and installation of various structural components, ensuring environmental safety standards are met. Optional tasks include the removal of detected asbestos and PCBs, contingent upon testing results. The RFQ emphasizes vendor adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations and includes specific bonding requirements for contracts exceeding $35,000. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit quotes via email by the specified deadline. A site visit before quoting is highly recommended for accurate assessment. The project timeline mandates completion within 180 days from the notice to proceed. The engagement underscores the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' commitment to maintaining safety and environmental standards in public works projects.
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