Colombia Land Port of Entry (LPOE) Border Roadway Improvement & Construction (BRIC)/Paving, Laredo, TX
ID: 47PH0825-Colombia-LPOE-BRIC-LaredoType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICEPBS R7 PROG SUPPORT - CAPITAL AND IDIQFORT WORTH, TX, 76102, USA

NAICS

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (237310)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS (Z2LB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/638f6f59569041d2836b2592d8d30cae/view
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    Description

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide construction services for the Colombia Land Port of Entry (LPOE) Border Roadway Improvement & Construction (BRIC) project in Laredo, Texas. The project involves significant roadway improvements, including the repair and replacement of approximately 253,000 square feet of pavement, traffic control measures, and potential utility relocations, all while adhering to sustainability guidelines under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This initiative is crucial for enhancing infrastructure at a key international border crossing while promoting the use of low embodied carbon materials to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Interested firms must submit an Expression of Interest by December 2, 2024, with an anticipated contract value between $20 million and $30 million, and the GSA plans to issue a solicitation around January 2025. For further inquiries, contact Temica Stewart at temica.stewart@gsa.gov or 817-201-7945.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Temica Stewart
    (817) 201-7945
    temica.stewart@gsa.gov
    Files
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    GSA R7 IRA Industry Day presentation 8-2-2023.pdf
    The GSA Public Buildings Service hosted the IRA Industry Day on August 2, 2023, focusing on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, which represents a historic investment in climate and energy. The session covered the IRA's goals, including reducing harmful emissions, creating jobs, improving energy efficiency, and fostering innovation through low-embodied carbon (LEC) materials in construction. The GSA allocated $3.375 billion across various programs to promote these initiatives, specifically targeting funding through 2026 and 2031. Region 7 identified three pilot projects at land ports of entry in Texas, utilizing LEC materials for paving with substantial funding allocated for improvements. The session also detailed the significance of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), which document the environmental impact of construction materials. EPDs are essential for compliance with IRA funding requirements, and the selection process for contractors will favor low embodied carbon options. Upcoming steps include a sources sought notice and a call for letters of interest, emphasizing the importance of demonstrated experience and compliance with EPD standards. This initiative highlights the GSA's commitment to sustainable practices while boosting domestic job creation and innovation in construction materials.
    Interim IRA LEC Material Requirements - used in Pilot May 2023.pdf
    The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has issued Interim Low Embodied Carbon Material Requirements as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in federal construction projects. The IRA allocated $2.15 billion to acquire materials with lower embodied carbon, specifically for concrete, cement, asphalt, steel, and glass. Compliance requires that at least 80% of the material used in assembly must meet these low carbon standards, based on specified limits for each material type. The document details the required greenhouse gas emissions limits for each material category, emphasizing the need for third-party verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and compliance with associated standards. It highlights that these requirements must be applied alongside existing laws, such as the Buy American Act. The GSA plans to pilot this initiative to gather insights for future updates while maintaining adherence to environmental performance such as ENERGY STAR Energy Performance Scores, aiding in energy efficiency evaluation for the manufacturing plants producing these materials. This initiative is a crucial step in promoting sustainable construction practices within government-funded projects and aligns with national climate objectives.
    Sources Sought_Construction_Colombia LPOE_FINAL.pdf
    This Sources Sought Notice from the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) seeks qualified small businesses for a construction project at the Colombia Land Port of Entry (LPOE) in Laredo, Texas. The undertaking involves significant roadway improvements and repairs covering approximately 253,000 square feet, including pavement removal and replacement, traffic control, and utility relocations. Emphasizing sustainability, the project requires the use of low embodied carbon materials under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 guidelines. Interested firms must submit an Expression of Interest by December 2, 2024, including relevant company information, project experience, and material supplier details. The GSA plans to issue a solicitation around January 2025, with contract awards expected by March 2025. The anticipated project costs range between $20 million and $30 million, and funds availability is contingent on government appropriations. This initiative reflects the government's objective to enhance infrastructure while promoting environmentally friendly practices within federal construction projects.
    Virtual IRA Industry Exchange Day - Q and A.pdf
    The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) held a virtual industry exchange focused on low embodied carbon (LEC) pilot projects related to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This document compiles Q&A from the session, addressing key topics such as the accessibility of presentation materials, contact information for inquiries, and the determination of environmental product declarations (EPDs) for materials like concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. Companies must adhere to specific GWP limits, and there's recognition of new technologies that might allow longer transportation for materials. GSA will consider contractors without past performance specifically in LEC materials, but general complex paving experience is preferred. The document also outlines the GSA's intent to publish request for proposals (RFPs) related to upcoming pilot projects in the Greater Southwest Region. Selection criteria will favor materials with the lowest GWP, and suppliers will need to provide adequate EPD documentation. Overall, this initiative signals GSA's commitment to incorporating sustainability into construction practices while enhancing local supplier opportunities within federal projects.
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