RPR Water Distribution Mains

Added:May 15, 2017 7:09 amModified:May 22, 2017 5:47 amTrack Changes The United States Air Force intends to issue solicitation FA5575-17-B-0001 to solicit proposals for a Firm-Fixed Price contract to replace remaining old cast iron and PVC water lines in the Morón AB potable water distribution system and rearrange the current water fire hydrant system at Morón AB, Spain.The magnitude of construction for this project is estimated to be between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000 U.S. Dollars. The period of performance for this project is estimated at 365 calendar days.A solicitation package will be available on the Federal Business Opportunities website at www.fbo.gov on or after 1 June 2017.In accordance with the Agreement of Defense and Cooperation between the Kingdom of Spain and the United States of America, any contract resulting from this notice/solicitation can only be entered into with companies authorized to carry out

these activities in Spain under Spanish law. Companies must meet the requirements established by Spanish legislation for execution of Government works. In addition, in accordance with the Agreement of Defense Cooperation between the U.S.A. and the Kingdom of Spain, Annex 6, Article 1 (5) " Spanish material, labor, and equipment shall be used whenever feasible and consistent with the requirements".NOTE: THIS SOLICITATION IS INTENDED ONLY FOR LOCAL SOURCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION 5.202(a)(12). LOCAL SOURCES ARE THOSE SOURCES NORMALLY RESIDENT, LICENSED AND REGISTERED TO CONDUCT CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS IN SPAIN. OFFERS FROM NON-LOCAL SOURCES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THIS SOLICITATION.The work includes, but is not limited to:a. Demolish existing underground pipe, manholes, valves, valve boxes, backflow preventers, water meters, fire hydrants and related existing elements and accessories, as indicated in the drawings. Those pipe sections that are no longer part of the potable water distribution system shall be capped.b. Furnish and install underground pipe, valves, valve boxes, "T" connections, backflow preventers, water flow meters, barrel/flush type fire hydrants, monoliths with hose bibbs and related elements and accessories, as indicated in the drawings.c. Disconnect and disassemble air relief valves and related accessories as indicated in the drawings. The reinstallation of each air relief valve shall include the furnishing and installation of thrust block, "T" connection from the main pipe, vertical pipe and accessories.d. Disconnect and disassemble backflow preventers and related accessories as indicated in the drawings. The reinstallation of each backflow preventer shall include the furnishing and installation of thrust blocks, polyethylene elbows, galvanized steel pipe, water flow meters and accessories. New galvanized steel pipe to be installed shall be painted using a similar color than the adjacent pipe.e. Replace the water supply pipe to flushed fire hydrants to remain, as indicated in the drawings. For each hydrant, the furnishing and installation of thrust blocks, "T" connections and supply pipes from the main pipe to the underground gate valves shall be included. Repair affected asphalt/concrete surfaces. Perform flow test in each hydrant (said tests will be performed by the Government, but the Contractor will be present during the test performance).f. Paint new barrel type hydrants, including hydrant number. Paint the covers, frames and hydrant number of the new flush type hydrants. Paint the covers, frames and hydrant number of the flush type hydrants to remain. Paint marking on the pavement for flush type hydrants. Install bollards around the new barrel type fire hydrants. Disassemble the existing 4 1⁄2" quick connectors in the barrel type hydrants to demolish and reinstall them in the new barrel type fire hydrants. Furnish and install similar 4 1⁄2" quick connectors for the rest of the new hydrants.g. Perform directional boring for the passage of new water piping below pavements, as indicated on the drawings. The drill opening will be protected by high density PN10 polyethylene jacket with an interior diameter big enough to easily introduce the new pipe including its electro-welded fittings.h. Repair elements affected by project execution (pavement, topsoil, vegetation, sidewalks, etc.). The finish will be similar to the adjacent finish.i. Perform a leak detection survey to include the new water system installed, as well as the existing pipes that are fed from the new system and supply water to the buildings located inside the areas shown on the drawings as Zona A, B and C.j. GPS topographic study.k. General cleaning of the work site.l. Delivery of As-Built drawings.The certification requirements are as follows:CERTIFICATION OF CLASSIFICATION: Bidders and/or their subcontractors must hold an updated Certificate of Classification issued by the "Registro Oficial de Licitadores y Empresas Clasificadas del Estado", covering the following groups, subgroups, and categories. The certificate holder must execute the activities related to the certificate.GROUP SUBGROUP CATEGORYE 1 CIt is highly recommended that you register to be notified of any new postings for this solicitation and/or any other postings published by our office. However, failure of the service to notify you of changes cannot be used against the Government in any way, shape or form. Therefore, you should check FedBizOps, https://www.fbo.gov , frequently for any new postings that may have been made.The Government anticipates and reserves the right, to issue all solicitation documents including specifications and drawings in the English language only.In order to be awarded a contract by the U.S. Government, the company must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM); contracts cannot be awarded to unregistered contractors. Registration can be made online at www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/NOTE: You must have a DUNS number and a NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) Code to register. To obtain a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number you can contact Dun and Bradstreet and request one by calling: 902-446-688. To obtain a NATO CAGE code you must fill out the form found in: http://www.dlis.dla.mil/Forms/Form AC135.asp.Failure to be registered in SAM at the time of award may delay the award and depending on the criticality of the project, may be cause to award to the next qualified best value offeror who is SAM registered. However, do not delay submitting your proposal pending receipt of a DUNS number or CAGE Code.***NOTICE: FUNDING FOR THIS REQUIREMENT IS CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS PROJECT. NO AWARD WILL BE MADE UNDER THIS SOLICITATION UNTIL FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE. THE BID ACCEPTANCE PERIOD SHOULD BE VALID THROUGH 30 SEP 2017. THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL THIS SOLICITATION.Added:May 22, 2017 5:52 am The number for this pre-solicitation notice has been amended to FA5575-17-B-0001.