Uysses S Grant NHS Sprinkler Inspections & Repair

The National Park Service (NPS) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) 140P6226Q0002 for the inspection and servicing of four sprinkler systems at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site in St. Louis, MO. This is a total small business set-aside. Quotes are due by 17 April 2026, 17:00 Central, and must be submitted via email to matthew_frank@nps.gov. The solicitation includes provisions for inspection of dry-pipe and wet-pipe systems (including one with anti-freeze), and repair of sprinkler heads. The contract will be a firm, fixed-price award. Offerors must be registered in SAM, provide a SAM UEI, and include FAR provision 52.212-3. Key clauses such as 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 apply, along with specific wage determinations for pipefitters. Contractors are prohibited from using ATVs on NPS lands. A site visit is urged, and all communications should be directed to the contracting officer via email. Payments will be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

The Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site is soliciting bids for annual and five-year sprinkler/backflow inspections across four buildings, including two dry pipe, one wet pipe, and one antifreeze wet pipe system. The project also involves repairs from a previous inspection in the historic home, such as replacing corroded sprinklers and reconstructing the main riser. The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, and materials, completing the work within 30 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. Strict adherence to historical preservation guidelines, utility protection, and National Park Service regulations is required. Submittals include an Accident Prevention Plan, project schedule, and list of subcontractors. The project emphasizes safety, environmental protection, and detailed documentation through photo records and progress reports, with final acceptance contingent on completing all punch list items and submitting warranties.

This document is a Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act (Wage Determination No.: 2015-5075, Revision No.: 31, Date Of Last Revision: 12/03/2025) for Illinois (Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Madison, Monroe, St Clair counties) and Missouri (Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St Charles, St Louis, St Louis City, Warren counties). It outlines required wage rates for numerous occupations across various sectors, including administrative, automotive, food service, healthcare, information technology, and maintenance. The document also details fringe benefits such as health & welfare, vacation, and holidays, and addresses specific conditions for computer employees, air traffic controllers, and weather observers. Additionally, it specifies hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the conformance process for unlisted job classifications under the Service Contract Act. Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) for Federal Contractors are also referenced.