Construction of Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Facility, Joint Base Charleston, SC   3

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Louisville District hereby issues a Request for Proposal (RFP), Solicitation No. W912QR26BA019, for a Design-Bid-Build project to construct an Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) Training Building at Joint Base Charleston, SC for the 315th Airlift Wing. A description of the construction project is as follows:

Design/Bid/Build Construction of a 23,701 SF facility that will comply with program requirements of the AFRC HANDBOOK 32-1001 Standard Facility Requirements (18 October 2023) and User-requested program of spaces within the building. The training facility will include a large open area for the administrative functions and respective support areas such as conference room, break room, private offices, teaming area, lactation room, restrooms with lockers, classrooms and training rooms, auditorium, and the necessary mechanical and electrical support spaces.

The construction includes deep pile foundations, concrete slab, brick veneer, reinforced masonry walls, structural steel, standing seam metal roofing, elevator, exterior lighting, electrical work, fire detection/protection, mass notification system, communications, site improvements (access/parking/sidewalks, storm water management), and all necessary supporting facilities, utilities, controls, and all necessary supporting work for a complete and usable facility.

The Contract Duration is 1150 calendar days from Administrative Notice to Proceed.

TYPE OF CONTRACT AND NAICS: This RFP will be for one (1) Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. The North American Industrial Classification System Code (NAICS) for this effort is 236220 -Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.

TYPE OF SET-ASIDE: This acquisition will be an unrestricted procurement.

DISCUSSIONS: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct discussion should it be deemed in the Government's best interest.
CONSTRUCTION MAGNITUDE: The magnitude of this construction project is anticipated to be between $25 million and $100 million.

Background
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Louisville District is issuing Solicitation No. W912QR26BA019 for the Design Bid Build Construction of a 23,701 square foot Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) Training facility at Joint Base Charleston, SC for the 315th Airlift Wing.

The construction magnitude is anticipated to be between $25 million and $100 million.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for the complete design and construction of the Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Training facility, which includes site preparation, utility installation, structural work, roofing, interior finishes, and landscaping.

Specific tasks include:
- Establishing a fall protection and prevention program compliant with USACE EM 385-1-1 standards.
- Conducting a preconstruction survey to protect existing vegetation and structures.
- Implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with installation policies.
- Preparing a comprehensive Operation and Maintenance Manual that includes training on systems operation and maintenance.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations including stormwater management, hazardous waste management, and air quality control measures.

Period of Performance
The contractor shall begin performance within calendar days after receiving the award and complete it within calendar days thereafter.

Place of Performance
Joint Base Charleston, SC UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must furnish any required performance and payment bonds. Contractors must have appropriate licenses for construction activities as specified in the solicitation documents.