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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRequest for QualificationCity of General Services Department 2101"G" Street, Building "A" Fresno, California 93706 (559) 621-1487 • FAX (559) 498-2746 www.fresno.gov January 7, 2009 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION BID FILE No. 9049 Kenneth A. Nerland Director THE CITY OF FRESNO IS INVITING CONSULTANTS TO SUBMIT "REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION" FOR JOB ORDER CONTRACTING CONSULTING SERVICES SCOPE OF SERVICES: The City of Fresno General Services Department, Facilities Management Division, hereafter referred to as "City", is seeking interested organizations and firms to develop and assist with the implementation of a Job Order Contracting (JOC) system. The City's objective is to enter into an agreement with a JOC Consulting firm to develop JOC documents, provide JOC software application, and offer consulting and training services for a term of three years with two one-year options. Companies interested in participating in the City qualification process must submit a written letter of interest outlining their firm's ability to provide the City with the consulting services described within this "request for qualification". BACKGROUND: Facilities Management is a division of the General Services Department. The Facilities Management Division operates as an internal service fund and is funded by billing clients for services rendered. The Division is responsible for providing centralized facilities maintenance, repair and improvement services to departments throughout the City of Fresno. The division is comprised of six operating sections; Administrative, Building Maintenance and Building Services, Electrical, Special Project Construction, Trades and Craft. Jointly these sections are responsible for the delivery of services through three programs; the Custodial Services Program, Building Repairs Program and the Special Projects and Capital Program. The division employs 36 full time employees and regularly utilizes long and short term temporary employees to meet the ever growing demands for service. Private sector contractor services are used to meet peak customer demands. Facilities' staff is responsible for the maintenance.. and upkeep of more than 250 offices and an equal number of out buildings and structures. Maintenance coverage includes in excess of 21,210 tons of air conditioning and heating equipment, more than 2.3 million square feet of roofs and the upkeep of 300 pump stations. Page 2 of 5 The City desires to implement a JOC system which will enable the City to rapidly engage contractors to perform remodeling, renovation, maintenance and repair, including carpeting, electrical, plumbing, painting, roofing, and minor Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects for Facilities Management Division Customers. The ideal system will allow for estimating project costs, accelerating completion timelines, and providing quality work to Facilities Management Division Customers. JOB ORDER CONTRACTING SYSTEM: The desired JOC system shall be developed by the JOC Consultant in a manner which will facilitate City projects through a City contracted JOC General Contractor. The JOC General Contractor will be awarded.a one year fixed price contract. The contract price will be based on the cost of the project as determined by the charges specified in the Catalog of Tasks plus percentage for JOC General Contractor services. The JOC Consultant will develop JOC documents with the intent of JOC General Contractor providing services including, calculating the cost of the project per the Catalog of Task, bidding requested projects, and providing general contracting services to ensure a quality and timely completion of all projects. The JOC Consultant shall provide all services, documents, and a JOC software application described under the section titled "JOC CONSULTING REQUIREMENTS", but not excluding any parts of a system which may be required to implement the desired JOC system described within this "request for qualification". QUALIFICATIONS: Respondents shall provide written evidence of ability to develop and implement a customized JOC system which meets the described requirements. Respondents will be judged as a qualified JOC Consultant based upon: • ability of respondents customized JOC system to facilitate City objectives • years of experience in providing JOC Consulting services • quality of training, support, and supervision • quality of application and reports • Other related information provided by Respondents. JOC CONSULTING REQUIREMENTS: A. Document Development - The JOC Consultant shall develop the full set of customized . JOC documentation including a City of Fresno specific Catalog of Tasks, Technical Specifications, and the Contractual Terms and Conditions. 1. The City of Fresno Catalog of Tasks shall contain individual tasks along with an associated unit price. Each unit price shall be developed based on the Page 3 of 5 prevailing equipment, material, and labor prices within the City of Fresno's geographical region. The use of factors in localizing prices is not acceptable. Each unit price shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code and such 'federal; state and local laws which affect the conduct of the work. Each unit price shall comply with prevailing wage and all applicable provisions of the Labor Code regarding the employment of apprentices; minimum wages; travel and subsistence pay; alien labor; the eight -hour day; overtime, Saturday, Sunday and holiday work; retention and inspection of payroll records; workers compensation; payment of wages and nondiscrimination because of race, color, national origin, physical handicap, sex or religion. When the State Labor Code minimum wage and the Federal Wage Determinations (Davis -Bacon Act) are applicable due to federal funding involvement, the higher of the two wages rates per each work classification will prevail. 2. The Technical Specifications shall be developed in conjunction with the Catalog of Tasks and, where available, the City standards must be incorporated. 3. The contractual Terms and Conditions shall be developed in conjunction with applicable City staff and shall include all appropriate contract language and forms. B. JOC Marketing Support - The JOC Consultant shall be capable of providing the City with complete technical and marketing support during the procurement phase. Qualified staff with extensive public sector procurement experience must provide this support. The JOC Consultant will be required to organize and' conduct pre -proposal meetings with the intending Proposers as well as make presentations on behalf of the City with various business and contracting organizations which reflect compliance to all City procurement rules and regulations. C. JOC Software Application The JOC Consultant shall provide the City a comprehensive JOC management information and support system. The system must be compatible with the Windows XP operating system, web -based, and loadable on a minimum of two City personal computers. The JOC management and information support system must be capable of providing full project tracking, automated development of cost proposals and independent estimates, generation of all project documentation, providing a project scheduling capability, budget and cost control, and the generation of customized reports. The system must be capable of incorporating current forms and documentation. The system shall be offered to the City at no cost to the City for upgrades, maintenance, and applicable licensing fees. D. JOC Training - The JOC Consultant shall develop specialized training courses which involve all parties utilizing the system. This may include: 1. Facilities Management 2. Procurement Staff 3. Field Staff 4. A&E 5. Clerical Administrative Staff 6. Contractors Page 4 of 5 All aspects of the system are to be covered in the training. This must include, but is not limited to, the following: 1. JOC Execution 2. Implementation Procedures 3. System Training 4. Post Implementation Follow-up 5. Refreshers Course Training or as needed at City discretion All training is to be "hands on" with functional use and individual performance as the objective. E. JOC On -Going Technical Support - Technical Support is considered to be an on- going management support for the operational system. Expectations would include assisting the City in executing procedures, troubleshooting, implementation, and continuous system monitoring. Support Service shall be available at a minimum during City regular working hours; Monday - Friday, 7:OOAM — 5:00 PM. F. JOC Consulting - The JOC Consultant's supervisory personnel shall provide adequate competent supervision at all times during the performance of the contract. G. JOC Consultant Minimum Requirements — 1. Have at least five (5) years continuous experience in the Consulting Business developing and implementing JOC systems. 2. Provide a resume, with an outline of the Consultant's qualifications and five (5) references. 3. Have no record of unsatisfactory performance as determined through the Better Business Bureau or the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. 4. Have the administrative and fiscal capability to provide and manage the proposed services and to ensure an adequate audit trail. JOC Consultant capability will be determined, at the City discretion, a combination of or all of the stated: previous experience of similar service, key personnel, number of years firm has performed JOC services, and financial statements. H. JOC General Contractor - JOC Consultant shall assist the City with developing the technical specifications for City bidding of the JOC General Contractor Services and act as a liaison between the City and General Contractor throughout the Contract. Page 5 of 5 The City hereby notifies all respondents that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied any benefits of, or otherwise be discriminated against in connection. with the award and performance of any contract on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. In order for your firm to be considered, your letter of interest must be received no later than 5:00 PM on Thursday, January 29, 2009. Contact Edward Collins should you have any questions or concerns regarding this "request for qualification". Please provide four (4) copies of your submittal to: Edward Collins, Buyer 11 City of Fresno - Purchasing Department 2101 "G" Street, Building A, Fresno, California 93706 Phone: 559-621-1191 Fax: 559-488-1069 Edward.Cotlins@fresno.gov Thank You, 0n ason MacDonald Purchasing Manager City of Fresno, Purchasing Department For Business Page 1 Home Contact Us 1 FAQ I 621-CITY (2489) I Search Site RESOD U NEV$E BUSiESSES Starting A Business In Fresno For Business VERNMIE crnvEfi ERES?i.• alk� Project Detail For: JOB ORDER CONTRACT CONSULTANT Project Stage: Closed Type of Bid: RQL, Non -Service Addenda: Addendum No Issued On Local Business Initiatives Other Messages/Files Distributed: Doing Business With The City Anticipated Formal Bid Awards User Name: Password: Forgot Your Password? Current Bid Opportunities Past Bid Opportunities Vendor Registration Edit Your Profile Need Help? Fresno Bids on Twitter Fresno bids on Facebook Date Sent Subject Project Address: Bid Due Date: Bond Information: Bids To: Bid Documents or Plans: Mailing Fee: Refund: Bid Value: Start/Delivery Date: Project Duration:' License Requirements: Pre -Bid Meeting: Contact Information: Owner Agent Information: Scope of Services: Message 2101 G Street, Bldg. A, Fresno, California 01/29/2009 prior to 05:00 PM PST Bid Bond: 0% Performance Bond: 0% Payment Bond: 0% Owner Available from Download @ $0.00 $0.00 No $0.00 03/01/2009 03/01/2012 None No Ed Collins, 559 621-1191 Email: edward.collinsl?fresno.gov FX: 559 488-1069 Title FileName Attachment The City of Fresno General Services Department, Facilities Management Division, hereafter referred to as "City", Is seeking interested organizations and firms to develop and assist with the implementation of a lob Order Contracting (JOC) system. The City's objective is to enter into an agreement with a JOC Consulting firm to develop JOC documents, provide JOC software application, and offer consulting and training services for a term of three years with two one-year options. Companies interested in participating in the City qualification process must submit a written letter of Interest outlining their flrm's ability to provide the City with the consulting services described within this "request for qualification". Project Details Respondents shall submit written evidence of ability to develop and Implement a customized JOC system which meets the described requirements. 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