FY23: GREENHOUSE INSTALLATION MOROVIS NATIONAL CEMETRY   2

INTRODUCTION The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 8 San Juan, Puerto Rico is issuing this source sought synopsis as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support the requirement for a New Green House at the National Cemetery located at Morovis, Puerto Rico. The intent of this notice is to identify interested sources and their respective socio-economic group. Responses to this sources-sought notice/market research may be used to issue the requirement as set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. However, the primary purpose of this notice is to identify potential Service-Disable Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and/or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) companies that can fulfill this requirement. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Morovis, Puerto Rico National Cemetery DISCLAIMER This sources-sought is for informational purposes only. This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ) to be submitted. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not quotes and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary. Responses will not be returned to the responder. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if any issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized through the Contract Opportunities webpage at SAM.gov | Home It is the responsibility of potential offerors to monitor the Contract Opportunities website for additional information pertaining to this requirement. ELIGIBILITY The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a Small Business Size Standard of $39.5 Million. The Product Service Code is N087 (Installation Of Equipment- Agricultural Supplies). CONTRACTOR S QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: The Caribbean Healthcare System require the installation of a Green House at the Morovis National Cemetery. The requirements for this installation will be in accordance with the following specifications and features. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The contractor shall have expertise with the development of hydroponic systems and capability to customize the dimensions and styles of the greenhouses and accessories, irrigation systems and propagation tables. The contractor shall have experience with temporary commercial greenhouses since permanent construction is not authorized. The contractor shall demonstrate capability and experience with the design and construction of greenhouses including but not limited to the following specifications: Enclosed polyethylene, polycarbonate, plastic, or fabric covered structure, used to cover, and protect crops from sun, wind, excessive rainfall, or cold to extend the growing season in an environmentally safe manner. A high-tunnel kit previously designed and customized Minimum Required Wind Load: 90 mph Frame material: 13-16 gage (galvanized) Kit includes wind bracings, purling s and anchorage as required for Caribbean weather conditions. A simple water cascade wall at the end of the facility to help cool the planting area and two moisture extractors at the opposite end. Electric connection inside the greenhouse, outside connection provided for electric system, electric panel, artificial ventilation connection and lightning connections. Solar panel design -PV system, capable of 8KWh 120/240 VAC Battery, 5KW Capacity PV System energy consumption. Additionally Required anchorage shall comply with federal and local regulations (Stand-Alone Panel System). Rainwater management system including water storage tanks. If you will be subcontracting, please indicate which company(ies) are you contemplating. In addition, if subcontracting, what percentage of the job will be performed by the subcontractor(s). Responses to this notice shall include company/individual name, a service capability statement, examples of similar performances which you have provided services to, DUNS number, address, point of contact. Contractors should provide their size status for the above references NAICS code. (i.e. small, large) and whether they are certified SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), women-owned concern and /or SB. Standard company brochures will not be considered enough response to this Source Sought. Do you plan on responding to a solicitation for this requirement with a Joint Venture utilizing multiple owned companies as majority or non-majority owner? Yes ___No ___ If yes, please identify which companies are considering a Joint Venture and the ownership of each company. Identify any other companies owned (wholly or in-part) by the owners of this business who provide goods or services that are registered under the same or a related NAICS code with the Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE); Provide the certification type (SDVOSB/VOSB), Federal Identification Number, and state of incorporation for each. All data received in response to this Sources Sought that is marked or designated as corporate or proprietary will be fully protected from any release outside the Government. Interested parties are requested to submit a capabilities statement, information requested and answers to all questions indicated. The deadline for response to this request is no later than, March 8, 2023 at 3:00pm Eastern time. All responses under this Sources Sought Notice must be e-mailed to carol.baezrosario@va.gov and israel.rodriguez-perez@va.gov . Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. The Government is not committed nor obligated to pay for the information provided, and no basis for claims against the Government shall arise as a result of a response to this Sources Sought.