GOSP-FIREWOOD FOR LOCOMOTIVE
ID: 140P1425Q0016Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEIMR NORTHERN ROCKIES(12200)YELWSTN NL PK, WY, 82190, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing (321999)

PSC

LUMBER AND RELATED BASIC WOOD MATERIALS (5510)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2b55f2c956b742159ae8ff05f91c55c5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking bids for the procurement of 60 tons of blocked firewood to support the operation of a steam locomotive at the Golden Spike National Historical Park. The firewood must meet specific criteria, including being softwoods only, measuring 2 to 3 feet in length, having a moisture content not exceeding 30%, and a diameter between 6 to 24 inches. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational capabilities of the steam locomotive, which is a significant attraction at the park. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by February 7, 2025, and direct any questions to Barbara Glen at barbara_glen@nps.gov or by phone at 303-345-1131. Compliance with federal regulations and specifications is mandatory, with deliveries scheduled between May 15 and August 29, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Glen, Barbara
    (303) 345-1131
    barbara_glen@nps.gov
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    A06_Specs-GOSP_-_Locomotive_Firewood_-_SOS.pdf
    The National Park Service (NPS) is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of 60 tons of firewood suitable for use in a steam locomotive for the Golden Spike National Historical Park. The firewood must conform to specific criteria, including species (softwoods only), length (2 to 3 feet), moisture content (not exceeding 30%), and diameter (6 to 24 inches). Deliveries will occur in increments of 10 to 20 tons, between May 15 and August 29, 2025, and must be made during business hours on weekdays. Contractors are required to provide weigh tickets for each delivery and will face penalties for loads that do not meet specifications. Acceptance of delivered wood will be determined by testing moisture content through randomly selected samples. The document includes a check-in sheet for recording wood samples' moisture levels and species. Overall, the request emphasizes strict adherence to quality and delivery specifications to ensure compliance with operational requirements at the park.
    Sol_140P1425Q0016.pdf
    The government document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) numbered 140P1425Q0016, issued by the National Park Service (NPS) to procure 60 tons of blocked firewood for the operation of a steam locomotive at the Golden Spike National Historical Park, with a performance period from May 15 to August 29, 2025. It provides details on pricing, technical specifications, and the delivery schedule, mandating delivery in specified increments and within certain operational hours. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, including small business set-asides, and requires interested vendors to submit complete quotes no later than February 7, 2025. Questions from offerors must be submitted by February 5, 2025. This RFQ incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and seeks to evaluate quotes based on price and technical specifications, highlighting the necessity for prospective vendors to adhere to stringent regulatory and procedural requirements. The document serves as a formal invitation for quotes and does not constitute an order, underscoring the importance of detail and compliance for award selection in the federal procurement process.
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