Gateway Arch National Park requires the backflow r
ID: 140P1525Q0054Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- VALVES (J048)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/24860629a4c54ad6bee62aa677670226/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is soliciting bids for a service contract focused on the replacement of backflow preventers at Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, MO. The project requires contractors to provide labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the replacement of two backflow preventers, with a performance period scheduled from April 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025. This procurement is significant for maintaining the park's infrastructure and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by 1:00 PM MST on March 28, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Taylor Jones at Taylor_A_Jones@nps.gov or by phone at 520-780-9294.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jones, Taylor
    (520) 780-9294
    Taylor_A_Jones@nps.gov
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    B09-_P1525Q0054_Amendment_Questions_and_Answers__2_0002.pdf
    The National Park Service is seeking bids for a project focused on replacing two backflow preventers at Gateway National Park. The solicitation, identified as 140P1525Q0054, has been amended for clarity, with no changes to the key clauses or dates. A series of questions from potential bidders were addressed, indicating no specific brand preferences for the replacements, emphasizing the need for compatibility with existing systems. The current installations include a 6-inch and a 1.5-inch backflow preventer, with the larger unit deemed outdated and the smaller one having failed an inspection. A site visit can be arranged between specified dates by contacting a designated representative, and it was noted that accessibility may be an issue due to space constraints at the installation location. The document serves as a formal communication tool, clarifying project requirements and facilitating bids from interested contractors while ensuring compliance with government procurement regulations.
    B09-_P1525Q0054_Amendment_Questions_and_Answers_0001.pdf
    The United States Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has issued an amendment for solicitation number 140P1525Q0054 concerning backflow replacement at Gateway Arch National Park. The amendment clarifies confusion regarding the deadlines for submitting questions and quotes. Specifically, inquiries about the project must be submitted by 1:00 PM MST on March 26, 2025, rather than the originally stated date of March 28. However, the deadline for quotes remains unchanged at 1:00 PM MST on March 28, 2025. The document is structured to present a clear question-and-answer format aimed at addressing contractor clarifications related to the solicitation. The primary purpose of this amendment is to ensure precise communication regarding submission timelines within the context of federal contracting for maintenance projects at national parks. Such amendments are common in government RFP processes to enhance clarity and facilitate compliance among contractors.
    Sol_140P1525Q0054_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation related to a service contract for the Gateway Arch National Park, focusing on the replacement of backflow systems. The amendment aims to provide responses to questions raised during the Question and Answer period, ensuring that all bidders have the same information. The project has a defined Performance Period from April 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025, and it mandates that contractors acknowledge receipt of the amendment by specified methods to avoid offer rejection. The location for the work is identified as 201 South Poplar Street, St. Louis, MO. Overall, this amendment serves to clarify and update the terms of the solicitation, maintaining adherence to federal procurement regulations while ensuring transparency and fairness in the bidding process.
    Sol_140P1525Q0054_Amd_0002.pdf
    This document is an amendment to solicitation number 140P1525Q0054 regarding a service contract for backflow replacement at Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, MO. The amendment aims to address questions posed during the Q&A period and provides official government responses related to the solicitation. The performance period for the contract is set from April 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their offers are considered valid, by either completing and submitting acknowledgment copies or via electronic communication. The amendment modifies terms and conditions without altering the overall contract, which remains in effect. Contractors are instructed to follow specified protocols to submit any modifications to their proposals. The document emphasizes the importance of timely acknowledgment to prevent rejection of offers, ensuring compliance with government procurement processes.
    Sol_140P1525Q0054.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the National Park Service for the backflow replacement project at Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, MO, requiring quotes by March 28, 2025. The scope includes providing labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the replacement, with a performance period running from April 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025. This RFQ is designated as a small business set-aside, encouraging small businesses to participate. Quotations must demonstrate technical capability and prior experience related to similar projects, and need to include various certifications and compliance documentation as per federal regulations. The contract will be awarded based on price, technical capability, and prior experience, following FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The offer must be submitted electronically with compliance proof that the company is registered as a small business in the System for Award Management (SAM), including possessing a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The solicitation details essential provisions, evaluation criteria, and administrative requirements for potential contractors, reinforcing the government’s commitment to ensuring compliance and efficient procurement processes.
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