68--GRCA WATER & WASTEWATER CHEMICALS PURCHASE
ID: 140P1525Q0104Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEIMR ARIZONA(12400)FLAGSTAFF, AZ, 86001, USA

NAICS

Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing (325180)

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47c45212e0d34e50be2dc7102d27fa63/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to supply water and wastewater treatment chemicals for the Grand Canyon National Park. This procurement includes essential chemicals for treatment plants located at the South Rim, North Rim, and Phantom Ranch, as well as Roaring Springs, with specific requirements outlined in the attached specifications. The chemicals are critical for maintaining water quality and public health within the park, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by May 27, 2025, and direct any questions to Lindsay McLaughlin at lindsay_mclaughlin@nps.gov by May 15, 2025. This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, and the procurement will follow FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

    Point(s) of Contact
    McLaughlin, Lindsay
    (719) 470-8678
    lindsay_mclaughlin@nps.gov
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    B08_140P1525Q0104_Attachment_2_Price_List.xlsx
    The document outlines a pricing list for water and wastewater treatment chemicals to be supplied to the Grand Canyon National Park by the National Park Service (NPS). It details the various chemicals required, including HB104C, SBS 28%, SBS 40%, Ascorbic Acid, Magnesium Hydroxide, and Gaseous Chlorine, specifying the unit of issue, quantity, unit price, and total cost for each item across seven separate line items for delivery between June to December 2025. Each line item is listed with a designated delivery date; however, the pricing remains marked as $0.00 throughout, indicating that either specific pricing has not been determined, or it is not applicable. The document serves as a formal proposal related to government Request for Proposals (RFPs) to fulfill the needs for chemical procurement necessary for the park's operations. This documentation is essential for transparency and compliance in government contracting processes, ensuring that necessary resources are provided for maintaining water quality and public health within the park.
    Sol_140P1525Q0104_Amd_0001.pdf
    This document outlines Amendment 0001 to Solicitation No. 140P1525Q0104 issued by the National Park Service (NPS) for water and wastewater treatment chemicals for the Grand Canyon National Park. The amendment includes a revised price schedule with updated unit measurements and responses to questions from potential offerors. Key clarifications provided include information about the incumbent supplier, pricing references from previous contracts, and specific product requirements for chemicals, particularly magnesium hydroxide. This amendment requires prospective contractors to acknowledge receipt by specified methods before the due date, which remains unchanged. Additionally, the amendment seeks to ensure compliance with desired specifications to facilitate accurate pricing for the required chemical products. Overall, the document emphasizes the NPS's intent to update procurement strategies to reflect current needs while maintaining transparency and clear communication with potential suppliers.
    Sol_140P1525Q0104.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the National Park Service (NPS) for water and wastewater treatment chemicals specifically for the Grand Canyon National Park. This solicitation, identified as number 140P1525Q0104, is a 100% small business set-aside and requires quotes by May 27, 2025. Interested contractors must provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment for the chemicals required at various treatment plants within the park. The RFQ outlines critical submission requirements, including the need for a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), and completion of necessary representations and certifications. The contracting process will follow FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, evaluating quotations based on price and technical capability. Contract awards will favor the lowest-priced technically acceptable offers, ensuring that contractors comply with various federal regulations throughout the contract's duration. As such, bidders must deliver comprehensive proposals, address potential queries by May 15, 2025, and ensure ongoing compliance with procurement standards. This procurement reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining essential public services through environmentally compliant practices at national parks.
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