Fernando J. Guerra
Small Business Specialist
Small Business Programs Office
Department of Veterans Affairs
If your business is (or you know of another business) owned by a veteran (VOB), active duty military, reservist or service disabled veteran (SDVOSB) of the United States, Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard or National Guard, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing.
The objective of our FREE Veteran Owned Business Directory is to continue to offer a growing list of products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all owned by, sold by and/or serviced by past and present military members.
C–Source sought for A-E IDIQ Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah
Solicitation Number: W91238-11-S-0152
Agency: Department of the Army Office: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Location: USACE District, Sacramento
: Sources Sought
: Added: Jun 01, 2011 11:16 am
This is a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT to be used for market analysis only to determine whether a minimum of 3 highly qualified A-E firms capable of performing all of the stated types of A-E services, exists within the small business community. ALL SMALL BUSINESS FIRMS INCLUDING 8(a) PROGRAM PARTICIPANT, HUBZONE SMALL BUSINESS, SMALL DISADVANTAGED, WOMAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS, VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS OR SERVICE DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS SHOULD RESPOND TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
1. CONTRACT REQUIREMENT: The anticipated contract, when solicited, will be procured in accordance with the Brooks A-E Act as implemented in FAR Subpart 36.6. Firms will be selected for negotiation based on their ability to demonstrate competence and qualifications for all of the required work elements. This procurement will be conducted under North American Industrial Classification System Code (NAICS) 541310, FSC/PSC Code C211; SIC Code 8712. The Small business size standard for this code is $4.5M. To be considered Small Business under this NAICS code, the respondents average revenue for the last three fiscal years cannot be more than $4.5M; if the average revenue for the last three fiscal (3) years is over $4.5M, the respondent is classified as Large Business. All respondents, in response to this notice, MUST identify their business size relative to the NAICS code. Respondents are required to state in their response whether the firm is classified as a small business, 8(a) Program participant, HUBZone Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman Owned Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. All questions regarding this project or size standard should be directed to the Contract Specialist, Alicia Powell, at (916) 557-5138, fax (916) 557-7854, email Alicia.S.Powell@usace.army.mil. When the requirement is solicited, firms will be selected for negotiation based on demonstrated competence and qualifications for all of the required work. The anticipated type of contract is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), 5 Year/ $5M, IDIQ contract. If the contract is a Small Business set aside FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting, will be included in the contract. This clause requires that at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern. The Secretary of the Army’s Contractor Manpower Reporting (CMR) requirement will be incorporated into the anticipated contract. The annual CMR requirement will apply to each task order which is funded by Army dollars; supports an Army mission; which benefits or supports any Army military, civilian, or contractor personnel; or when the Army is the executive agency for the mission being supported. The A-E will be allowed to include their costs for compliance with the CMR requirement as a line item in their price proposal for each task order subject to the CMR requirement. Further information is available at https://cmra.army.mil.
2. PROJECT INFORMATION: The A-E services are to provide designs for a variety of alteration and repair projects and small new facilities. The projects may range in scope from a small study to a new project design of limited scope. The services required will be primarily architectural renovation, some of historical significance, for a variety of small projects and may also include design of new projects with limited scope. Input may be required by architects with a full complement of disciplines, civil/structural and mechanical/electrical engineering disciplines. Tasks may include maintenance and repair type projects and miscellaneous architectural and engineering services associated with military installations. Demolition of existing facilities may be required which will necessitate asbestos and /or lead based paint investigations with provisions for removal included in the design documents construction phase services may also be required. Qualified professional personnel in the following key disciplines: project manager/engineer, architect, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical and environmental engineer, landscape architect and certified industrial hygienist will be required. This work will include all Architectural-Engineering (A-E) and related services necessary to complete the assigned task orders for design. A specific statement of work will be issued with each task order. All work and services will be located at Dugway Proving Ground, Utah.
3. QUALIFICATIONS: All interested Small Business firms, including 8(a) Program participants, HUBZone Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman-owned Small Business, Veteran-owned Small Business or Service Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business are encouraged to respond to this notice and may respond to this announcement by submitting a capability statement, which addresses the following key areas:
(a) TECHNICAL – Potential sources must submit a list of recent projects that demonstrate their knowledge and past experience relating to all the types of work described above. Submit only current and past clients (no more than 4 years previous). Also, include a brief description, identify if prime contractor, contract type (list by task order if IDIQ), contract or task order value, dollar value of work subcontracted, percent complete, if complete, date completed, customer POCs and current phone number. Identify the projects (list Federal Agencies and POCs and current Phone number) where the project management staffs have a good working relationship with Federal and or State agencies. The responses must be specific to each of the qualifications listed above to show that the respondent meets each qualification or has the skills and experience. If a response does not show that the respondent meets each of the qualifications and possesses the skills and experience, it will not be considered by the Government.
(b) MANAGEMENT (personnel/organizational staff experience, project management, etc.) – (1) The potential sources must identify their management staff in order to support the capability of concurrently managing over 20 open FFP task orders totaling approximately $1,000,000. (2) The management staff must be experienced in handling multiple complex environmental projects with a minimum of 5 years experience in work similar to that listed above. Identify which projects (submitted in (b)) where the management and technical staff have gained the experience.
4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. All interested Small Business firms, including 8(a) Program participants, HUBZone Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Woman-owned Small Business, Veteran-owned Small Business or Service Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business are encouraged to respond to this notice and may respond to this announcement by submitting statements of qualifications by following the instructions below. The qualification statement is limited to 6 pages, single sided total; however, your certification of type of small business (for 8(a) and HUBZone only) is required with this submittal, but will not be counted in the total pages. If a one page transmittal or cover page is included it will not be counted in the total pages. Two (2) copies in their entirety need to be provided. The responses must be specific to each of the qualifications listed above to show that the respondent meets each qualification or has the skills and experience; if a response does not show that the respondent meets each of the qualifications and possesses the skills and experience, it will not be considered by the Government. Again this is not a request for proposals or quotation; there is no solicitation available at this time. A determination by the Government to proceed with the acquisition as a set-aside for 8(a) program, HUBZone, small business, etc. or unrestricted is within the discretion of the Government. All responses are due to the US Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District, and Attention: Alicia Powell, 1325 J Street, Room 878, Sacramento, CA 95814-2922, not later than 4 p.m. (local time) on the response date, listed above. A hard copy response by the response date and time; no electronic responses will be accepted.
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USACE District, Sacramento, 1325 J. Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
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USACE District, Sacramento 1325 J. Street, Sacramento CA 95814
If your business is (or you know of another business) owned by a veteran (VOB), active duty military, reservist or service disabled veteran (SDVOSB) of the United States, Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard or National Guard, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing.
The objective of our FREE Veteran Owned Business Directory is to continue to offer a growing list of products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all owned by, sold by and/or serviced by past and present military members.
VeteranOwnedBusiness.com is proud to welcome the following Enhanced Listing Sponsors to our free directory of business owned by United States Military Veterans (VOSB), Active Duty Military, Reservists and Service Disabled Veterans (SDVOSB):
JMS Rentals of Mineola, Texas (Wood County TX) specializes in “Sales and Rental of Home Medical Equipment and Supplies, Vehicle Lift Installation for Transporting Electric mobility devices (wheelchairs and scooters), Home Modifications For The Handicapped, Disabled and Aging-in-Place Market Including Bathroom Remodels (installing Walk-in tubs, Walk-in Showers, Barrier free showers) grab-bars, wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, ceiling lifts, platform exterior lifts, automatic door openers and many more services to remove barriers to accessibility”.
Lawrence & Associates, LLC. of Plano, Texas (Collin County TX) provides “diverse construction services including design-build, construction manager at risk, project management, BIM, LEED, and commissioning services. Consulting services for equipment planning, initial outfitting, and fencing. $20M per project/$50M aggregate bonding capacity. 2011 EMR = 0.66.”.
Kaleidoscopic, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County NC) provides “creative graphic design for business marketing, website design and development, intelligent web-based solutions and creative email marketing strategies to communicate your company’s unique brand and message… crafted to target your intended audience. Whether you just started your new business or need to breathe new life into your existing business brand, we are dedicated to your success and ready to help by focusing on the details to achieve results”.
Ward Cable & Communications, Inc. of McRae, Arkansas (White County AR) “installs network cable, telephone cable (inside & outside), fiber optic cable, network equipment and consulting with designing networks. I was employed by Southwestern Bell and attend several of their classes on the cabling business”.
If you are the owner of a business and are a current or past member of the United States armed forces, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing in the leading, most comprehensive directory of businesses owned by veterans, active duty military, reservists and service disabled veterans of the United States Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard and National Guard.
According to Military.com, Approximately 70,000 veterans who were given a medical separation between September 11, 2001 and December 31, 2009 have the chance to have their separations reviewed and possibly changed to a medical retirement. To be eligible veterans must have been medically separated with a combined disability rating of 20 percent or less, and originally not found eligible for retirement.
Physical Disability Board of Review
Service members who have been medically separated since September 11, 2001 will have the opportunity to have their disability ratings reviewed to ensure fairness and accuracy.
The new Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) will examine each applicant’s medical separation, compare DoD and VA ratings, and make a recommendation to the respective Service Secretary (or designee.) A disability rating cannot be lowered and any change to the rating is effective on the date of final decision by the Service Secretary.
To be eligible for PDBR review, a service member must have been medically separated between September 11, 2001 and December 31, 2009 with a combined disability rating of 20 percent or less, and not found eligible for retirement.
There are significant differences between this new PDBR review and a Board for Correction of Military (or Naval) Record (BCMR/BCNR) review. These differences are outlined here and are also in the instructions accompanying the application (form DD-294).
While the Air Force is the lead for the PDBR process, case tracking and reporting, a joint service board will conduct the evaluation and review of each case. Applicants will not be able to appear in person, but may include any statements, briefs, medical records or other supporting documents with their application. After the document review is completed and a final decision is made, each applicant will be notified of the decision and any further information regarding a change of rating.
Please refer to the FAQ document for more information about the Physical Disability Board of Review.
You may contact the PDBR intake unit at the following address:
SAF/MRBR
550 C Street West
Suite 41
Randolph AFB, Texas 78150-4743
Please keep in mind that their office cannot discuss the merits of your application. You may wish to contact your local veterans’ service organization for advice or guidance.
If your business is (or you know of another business) owned by a veteran (VOB), active duty military, reservist or service disabled veteran (SDVOSB) of the United States, Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard or National Guard, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing.
The objective of our FREE Veteran Owned Business Directory is to continue to offer a growing list of products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all owned by, sold by and/or serviced by past and present military members.
Casting Members of USAA Insurance For A SAG Commercial
Now casting men & women of all ages & ethnicities AND their families that are members of USAA Insurance (USAA is a military based insurance company).
Looking for retired or honorably discharged members who have multi-generational families who are members of USAA. The original family member who served in the military must come in to audition with you.
If you are a USAA member, or know a friend or family member who is, we want to talk to them.
Casting this week.
Shoots the week of April 18th in Los Angeles.
Pay is sag scale plus possible residuals if you are selected.
If your business is (or you know of another business) owned by a veteran (VOB), active duty military, reservist or service disabled veteran (SDVOSB) of the United States, Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard or National Guard, please be sure to visit theVeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing.
The objective of our FREE Veteran Owned Business Directory is to continue to offer a growing list of products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all owned by, sold by and/or serviced by past and present military members.
The US Chamber, The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and Illinois Chamber, through their Disability works Department and the ESGR have eagerly embraced a plan to help more veterans find employment. Both chambers are pleased to announce the 2011 Chicago “Hiring our Heroes” event. This job fair for veterans and their spouses will take place on Thursday, March 24th, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel at 151 E. Wacker Drive. The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is calling all employers with open positions to register for this important event. It will be moderated by Kevin Schmiegel, Vice President of the United States Chamber of Commerce
Date: Thursday, March 24, 2011 Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL
Listed below is the event schedule: 8:00am – 9:00am: Veterans and Employers will check-in at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, East Tower Ground Level entrance near The Grand Ballroom. A name badge will provided for you. Veterans bring at LEAST 30 resumes with you!
9:00am – 9:30am: Breakfast and the kick-off ceremony
9:30am – 12:00pm: Job Fair
12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch and Presentation
1:00pm – 3:30pm: Job fair will resume and conclude.
***EMPLOYER REGISTRATION HAS REACHED CAPACITY, TO BE WAITLISTED PLEASE CONTACT ,MARADY NORMAN AT 312-494-6726 or mnorman@chicagolandchamber.org. ***
VET AND VET SPOUSE REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE HERE!
All registrations must be received by March 19th, 2011.
This event is in partnership with the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and ESGR.
In conjunction with the Veterans Hiring Fair, we are also pleased to offer a transition workshop on March 16, 2011 from 1:30pm to 5:00pm, which will take place at the Hyatt Regency as well. Veterans and their spouses are welcome to attend the workshop, which is run by Monster and includes instruction on networking, resume tips, job hunting strategies, and interview techniques.
For additional information about the transition workshop or the hiring fair, please contact Marady Norman at 312-494-6726 or mnorman@chicagolandchamber.org
If your business is (or you know of another business) owned by a veteran (VOB), active duty military, reservist or service disabled veteran (SDVOSB) of the United States, Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard or National Guard, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing.
The objective of our FREE Veteran Owned Business Directory is to continue to offer a growing list of products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all owned by, sold by and/or serviced by past and present military members.
American Cold War Veterans Details: “The American Cold War Veterans, Inc. is a federally recognized (c)(3) incorporated in the State of Florida. Est. Aug 18, 2007. Dedicated to all veterans, with special dedication to whom served during the Cold War, Sept 45 to Dec 91.”
Are you with a non profit organization? If you are, be sure to get your organization’s listing in the Veteran Owned Business Directory nonprofit section.
Veterans Outreach Center, Inc Details: “The Veterans Outreach Center is the nation’s oldest community-based outreach center serving veterans and their dependents. We offer free, veteran-specific services, such as wellness and supportive services and employment resources through a seamless continuum of care designed to nurture individual potential and provide support in building a better future. The Stars & Strips Flag Store is owned and operated by the Veterans Outreach Center with the purpose of becoming a major source of financial support for the programs and services of VOC. Committed to providing quality products at competitive prices, Stars & Stripes is the only source for flags and related items that uses all proceeds to provide programs and services to the men and women who proudly served our country.”
Are you with a non profit organization? If you are, be sure to get your organization’s free listing in the Veteran Owned Business Directory.
VeteranOwnedBusiness.com is proud to welcome the following Enhanced Listing Sponsors to our free directory of business owned by United States Military Veterans (VOSB), Active Duty Military, Reservists and Service Disabled Veterans (SDVOSB):
7 Oaks Energy Savers of Warrenton, Missouri (Warren County MO) is “ a Home Performance Contractor who offers Weatherization Services such as Energy Audits, Residential Energy Modifications, and Retrofits. Our Infiltration Technicians are experienced in applying caulk and blown-in insulation. Our Energy Auditors are Professionally Certified in using various software programs and testing your home with a blower door and or infrared camera”.
Barry Doll Agency/American Family Insurance of Silverdale, Washington (Kitsap County WA) is “an 80 year old well run company rated in the top 10 insurance providers for property, casualty, and life insurance in the nation. You are represented by a local agent that has your best interest in mind, not an 800 number that has phone banks all over the world with people who know nothing about you. We educate you about the insurance industry and give you and understanding of what you need and why you need it. “All your protection under one roof”.
Just-In-Time Concrete of Lompoc, California (Santa Barbara County CA) offers “anything & everything concrete. Commercial and residential. Foundations and foundation repairs. Driveways,patios. Textured and colored concrete, Flagstone, pavers and rock. All types of walls. Concrete counter tops. Overlays and stains. We can fix almost any substandard concrete work without the hassle and high costs of removing it”.
Mach 3 Composites of New Bern, North Carolina (Craven County NC) is “ a composites company specializing in carbon fiber cases for laptops, iPads, and iPhones. Our cases are low profile, hard shell, and very light weight. They are designed to help protect your investment while on the go. All are cases are check point friendly”.
Burro Brand, Inc. of La Mesa, California (San Diego County CA) is “the maker/distributor of completely assembled wood sawhorses and a patented plywood Knockdown sawhorse. Sold thru lumber yards, home improvement centers and online. The Burro sawhorses have been used by carpenters, handymen and home owners for almost 40 years. One of the strongest sawhorses on the market – ‘Best ol’ horse in the West”.
If you are the owner of a business and are a current or past member of the United States armed forces, please be sure to visit the VeteranOwnedBusiness.com sign up page to get your free listing in the leading, most comprehensive directory of businesses owned by veterans, active duty military, reservists and service disabled veterans of the United States Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard and National Guard.
Veterans Helping Veterans Of America Details: “Veterans Helping Veterans Of America, is a non-profit organization for the purpose of reintegrating veterans back to civilian life, with help with education, educational training, health advice, mentor program, and employment.”
Are you with a non profit organization? If you are, be sure to get your organization’s free listing in the Veteran Owned Business Directory.
Agency: Department of the Army
Now casting men & women of all ages & ethnicities AND their families that are members of USAA Insurance (USAA is a military based insurance company).
