Y--Rehabilitate the Polebridge Water System, Glacier

The National Park Service (NPS) is conducting market research for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to rehabilitate the Polebridge Water System at Glacier National Park, despite the notice title referencing Golden Spike National Historic Park. This Sources Sought Notice (140P1426R0012) is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. The project, estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, involves constructing a new public water system with an infiltration gallery, storage tank, and water lines to four housing and two administrative buildings, along with installing fiber optic lines. The NPS is seeking capability statements by March 19, 2026, from various small business programs, including Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and others. Submissions should detail business information, size status, relevant experience, bonding capacity, technical capability, and interest in future solicitations. The anticipated solicitation (140P1426R0013) is expected in early to mid-May.

The Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office plans to issue an RFP for construction services to rehabilitate the Polebridge Water System at Glacier National Park. This pre-solicitation notice is for informational purposes only. The project involves constructing a new public water system, including an infiltration gallery, water storage tank, water mains, and service lines for four housing units and two administrative buildings. New programmable logic controllers, pump control panels, pump protection systems, and tank monitoring systems will be installed, and fiber optic lines will be laid to five buildings. The existing chlorination system will remain. The procurement type is a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract, estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, with a performance period from October 15, 2026, to June 30, 2027. It is anticipated to be a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 237110, with a small business size standard of $45 Million. The RFP is expected in mid-June 2026 and will be available on SAM.gov under Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013. Vendors must register in SAM.gov and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) to be eligible for award.

This document is Amendment 0004 to Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013 (referenced in some sections as 140P1416R0013) for the federal project titled "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System, Glacier National Park." Issued by the National Park Service's Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Business Office (MABO), the primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the proposal submission deadline. Proposals must now be submitted no later than 1:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time on September 10, 2026. The project features a designated period of performance from October 17, 2026, to December 17, 2027. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors are required to formally acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the revised proposal deadline to prevent potential rejection of their offers.

This federal solicitation amendment (Amendment 0003) is issued by the National Park Service, Northern Rockies MABO, for the project "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System, Glacier National Park" under Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013. The primary purposes of this amendment are to extend the proposal due date, revise the project's period of performance, and provide official responses to submitted questions. Proposals are now due by 1:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time on September 3, 2026. The revised period of performance for the water system rehabilitation is set from October 17, 2026, to December 17, 2027. Additionally, the amendment incorporates several new attachments, including the Q&A log (Attachment 12), PLC operation and programming details (Attachment 13), and a revised summary of work (Attachment 14). All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must formally acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the revised submission deadline.

This technical document outlines the functional and programming requirements for the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems involved in the Rehabilitation of the Polebridge Water System. The primary purpose is to define operational logic, monitoring parameters, and control interface requirements for the system's motor controllers, water pumps, and chemical treatment systems. Key requirements include: - **Motor Controllers and Switches:** Equipment must feature run/off pilot lights, runtime meters, and Hand-Off-Auto (HOA) switches to dictate local, remote, or automatic control. - **HMI Interface Integration:** The HMI must display all system variables, trends, and alarm parameters (adjustable by the operator). Dedicated screens are required for the chlorination room, infiltration gallery, and water tank status. - **Infiltration Gallery Pump Operation:** In automatic mode, the pump starts and stops based on water levels in both the storage tank and the infiltration gallery. It can also be controlled manually via HMI icons. - **Hypochlorite Pump Operation:** The chemical feed pump is programmed to interlock with the infiltration gallery pump during automatic operation, running and stopping in tandem with it. - **System Safety and Alarms:** Critical tank and well levels are monitored continuously, with low-low and high-high level alarms programmed to automatically disable the well pumps to prevent running dry or overfilling.

This federal contract document outlines the Summary of Work (Section 01 11 00) for the construction of a new public water system at the Polebridge Ranger Station Area in Glacier National Park, Montana. Under a single prime contract, the project requires constructing an infiltration gallery, water storage tank, water mains, and service lines to connect four housing units and two administrative buildings. It also involves installing fiber optic lines, a programmable logic controller, pump controls, and tank monitoring systems. Key operational parameters include strict compliance with natural resource, wildlife, and archeological protections. All imported natural materials must be certified weed-free, and contractor equipment must be cleaned before entering the park. Due to the remote location, contractors must provide their own power generators and lodging, though they can use local water and temporary vault toilets under specified conditions. Utility marking requires a 10-day advance notification to the National Park Service. The project outlines a phased timeline from October 2026 to substantial completion by December 17, 2027. Work schedules must minimize disruptions to visitors and park operations, especially during high-season traffic from May to October. Water service interruptions to permanent residences are capped at 60 days, and service to seasonal housing must be restored by April 18, 2027. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This document is Amendment 0003 for Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013, which outlines questions and answers regarding the project to rehabilitate the Polebridge Water System in Glacier National Park. Key clarifications and updates include: - **Equipment Specifications:** The existing pump protection system may be reused, the hypochlorite feed pump will not be replaced (though new wiring is required), and any standard wall-mounted, vent-free 6000 BTU propane heater is acceptable. - **Operations and Schedule:** Minimum PLC programming requirements are provided in a separate attachment. Due to material lead times and weather, the revised period of performance is October 17, 2026, through December 17, 2027, with specific seasonal restrictions on work locations and water service provisions. - **Logistics and Site Conditions:** Contractors should expect high summer tourist traffic and must handle dewatering the infiltration gallery excavation. A licensed plumber is not required. - **Contractor Responsibilities:** The contractor is responsible for routing fiber optic cables into the building, while the National Park Service will handle the hardware installation. - **Submission:** Proposals must be submitted via email to the designated Department of the Interior contact, rather than in person.

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013 for the "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System" project at Glacier National Park. Issued by the National Park Service's Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO), the primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the proposal due date to allow sufficient time to address and respond to questions received regarding the solicitation. Proposals are now due no later than 1:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time on August 28, 2026. The established period of performance for the project is from September 21, 2026, to June 21, 2027. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified deadline to avoid potential rejection of their proposals.

This document is Amendment 0005 to Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013, issued by the National Park Service (NPS) Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO). The amendment clarifies the Period of Performance and work restrictions for the "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System" project at Glacier National Park. Key details of the amendment include: - **Period of Performance:** The revised construction period begins October 17, 2026, and runs through December 17, 2027. This timeline is intended to allow physical construction to begin in 2026 rather than 2027. - **Work Window & Restrictions:** There are no work restrictions between October 17, 2026, and April 18, 2027. During this timeframe, the contractor may perform work on the water tank, water lines, and communication lines, and may close the Inside North Fork Road as necessary. - **Milestones:** Water service to housing units must be operational by April 18, 2027. Work in front of the Ranger Station is strictly restricted from May 7 through October 16, 2027. - **Materials and Payment:** Construction can start as soon as materials are available on-site. The Government will provide guidance on material procurement, and payment for materials is contingent upon Government inspection and acceptance. - **Proposal Deadline:** Proposals must be submitted no later than 1:00 p.m. MDT on September 10, 2026. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged.

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013 (initially referenced as 140P1416R0013) issued by the National Park Service, Northern Rockies MABO, for the project "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System" at Glacier National Park. The primary purposes of this amendment are to provide formal responses to questions received during the site visit and solicitation period, distribute the official site visit participant list, and extend the proposal submission deadline. Proposals are now due no later than 1:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time on August 21, 2026. The amendment specifies a project period of performance from September 21, 2026, to June 21, 2027. All other original terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the revised proposal deadline to prevent rejection of their offers.

Amendment 0001 for Solicitation No. 140P1426R0013 outlines key clarifications and updates for the project to rehabilitate the Polebridge Water System in Glacier National Park. Notably, the proposal submission deadline has been extended to August 21, 2026. The amendment addresses several logistical, environmental, and operational inquiries from potential bidders: - **Project Schedule and Personnel:** The period of performance remains September 21, 2026, through June 21, 2027, with an expected winter shutdown for earthwork. Qualified personnel are permitted to fulfill multiple key roles, such as combining the Site Superintendent, Quality Control, and Safety Officer positions. - **Site Logistics and Materials:** Contractors must legally dispose of all excess aggregate and vegetation outside of the park. Specific hauling routes, such as Camas Road, and authorized staging areas are clarified, while staging at Flathead National Forest river access areas is prohibited. - **Technical and Environmental Specifications:** Guidelines are provided for dewatering the infiltration gallery, locating existing utility lines, and installing fiber optic conduits. While a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit is not anticipated, contractors must secure SWPPP and construction dewatering permits from the EPA and MTDEQ. - **Contract Administration:** Corrected clerical errors regarding project completion dates (updated to 2027) and confirmed that this procurement will be awarded as a stand-alone contract rather than a task order. All other original terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This document is a meeting attendance sheet from a pre-bid site visit held on July 22, 2020, for a federal contracting opportunity. The site visit took place at the Polebridge Ranger Station in Glacier National Park for the project "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System," under Contract No. 140P426R0013. The sheet records the contact information for the National Park Service (NPS) representative and potential bidding contractors. Attendees included the NPS Park Engineer, Kirby Granite, alongside representatives and owners from various construction, excavation, and utility companies, including West Fork Construction, All Terrain Excavation, IT's Construction, TS Cheff Construction, Highgrade Construction, Strods Contracting, HD Fowler, Wyo-Dall Energy, and GSS Electric. The document serves as an official record of industry interest and attendance for this federal water system rehabilitation project.

This geotechnical investigation report, prepared by Nelson Engineering for the National Park Service, details the subsurface conditions and engineering recommendations for a proposed 14,253-gallon buried water storage tank at the Polebridge Ranger Station in West Glacier National Park, Montana. Two borings were advanced to depths up to 25.5 feet, revealing dense to very dense clayey gravels, silty gravels, and cobble till deposits. Notably, a perched groundwater layer was encountered at depths of 8 to 16 feet, presenting buoyancy risks that require mitigation through tank anchoring, increased burial depth, or subdrain installation. Key engineering and construction recommendations outline a subgrade specification featuring compacted crushed aggregate over compacted native soils. Excavation depths are expected to reach 15 to 17 feet, necessitating proper shoring (such as soil nail or soldier pile walls), rockfall safety measures, and active dewatering. Backfill may utilize approved native silty clayey gravel, compacted to specified standards, while structural fill should consist of approved gravels, clean rock, or crushed concrete. Additionally, due to regional seismicity associated with the Mission Valley Fault system, seismic designs must assume critical parameters corresponding to Site Class C, CD, or D. Ultimately, Nelson Engineering emphasizes that final structural loads must be verified, and field observations must be conducted during excavation and placement to ensure compliance and structural integrity.

This document is a federal government reporting template (Version 1, dated December 15, 2016) used by prime contractors to demonstrate compliance with the Limitation on Subcontracting requirements. It provides structured tables to calculate subcontracting percentages for both single contracts and individual task orders under multi-award contracts. The template requires contractors to input basic contract details, including the Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID), set-aside type, total contract value/ceiling, performance period, and type of service. To calculate compliance, the prime contractor must track and report: * The total amount paid by the government to the prime contractor during the performance period. * The total amount paid to Similarly Situated Subcontractors (SSS), who are subcontractors with the same small business program status as the prime. * The total amount paid to Non-Similarly Situated Subcontractors (NSS). The template uses a built-in formula—subtracting the total amount paid to NSS from the total amount paid to the prime, and dividing the result by the total amount paid to the prime—to determine the final Limitation on Subcontracting percentage. It also includes a multi-tab or multi-section layout to aggregate individual task order data into a cumulative total for complex contracts. This tool ensures federal prime contractors adhere to statutory limits regarding the amount of work they may outsource to non-similarly situated entities.

This document is a federal Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination (General Decision Number: MT20260032, Modification 2, dated May 18, 2026) for building construction projects in Flathead County, Montana. It outlines the mandatory minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits that contractors must pay to various construction labor classifications on federally funded or assisted projects. Key labor classifications and basic hourly rates include: - Heat and Frost Insulators: $43.81 (plus $21.87 fringe) - Boilermakers: $38.75 (plus $32.31 fringe) - Bricklayers: $33.11 (plus $16.69 fringe) - Plumbers (including HVAC pipe): $36.13 (plus $15.98 fringe) - Sheet Metal Workers (HVAC duct only): $40.00 (plus $22.07 fringe) - Electricians (excluding low voltage): $28.95 (plus $4.37 fringe) The determination features localized zone-based rate adjustments for drywall carpenters, power equipment operators (such as crane operators), and mason tenders, where wages increase based on the travel distance from designated regional courthouses. It also details compliance requirements for Executive Orders, including EO 13706 for paid sick leave and EO 13658 for minimum wage standards. Finally, the document defines union, survey, and state-adopted rate identifiers, and outlines the official three-step appeals process through the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) for federal solicitation #140P1426R0013, which is for the project to "Rehabilitate the Polebridge Area Water System." It serves as a tool for the government to gather source-selection-sensitive performance history on offerors bidding on this contract. The questionnaire is divided into five distinct sections: - **Sections A & B (Completed by the Offeror):** Captures essential contractor and project identification details (such as contract number, type, price, and period of performance), alongside contact information for the client reference. - **Section C (Completed by the Reference):** Collects the reference’s identifying information, organizational role, and signature. - **Section D (Completed by the Reference):** Contains the evaluation metrics. References rate the contractor's performance using five levels—Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, or Unsatisfactory—across key areas including Workmanship Quality, Schedule and Time Management, Cost Control, and General Management. It also includes binary (Yes/No) evaluations for Small Business Subcontracting, Labor Standards, and Regulatory Compliance, concluding with an overall recommendation. - **Section E (Return Instructions):** Directs the completed questionnaire to be submitted to Stacy Vallie, Contracting Officer for the Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office / ConOps Central, by a specified date in 2026. The document emphasizes that all provided information is strictly confidential, intended solely for source selection, and cannot be used by the contractor for promotional or advertising purposes.

This government document consists of technical engineering drawings, profiles, and construction details for a water system infrastructure project, likely part of a federal or state public works RFP. The plans focus on the installation and modification of water distribution pipelines, a chlorination facility, storage systems, and electrical/communications infrastructure. Key details include: - **Water and Utility Profiles:** Detailed elevation profiles for the "Supply Infiltration" and "Distribution A" pipelines, referencing specific station matchlines and elevations. - **Water Storage and Treatment:** Details for a 14,000-gallon fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) water tank, including drain, overflow outfall (I.E. 3643.95 and 3627.63), and a chlorination room blow-up plan for Building #1448. - **Civil & Trenching Specifications:** Standard details for multi-pipe water trenches, electrical/fiber optic conduits, flo-fill encasements, wildlife escape ramps in open excavations, and surface restoration (gravel and vegetated areas). - **Utility Connections:** Service connections for facilities such as the #97 Ranger Residence, #1451 Strissel Cabin, #1455 Ranger Station, #353 Ranger Office, and #1576 Radio Shed. - **Erosion and Environmental Control:** Specifications for fiber rolls and rolled erosion control on slopes. - **Electrical & Controls:** Demolition and modification plans for electrical systems, featuring one-line power and control diagrams, a well pump motor control schematic, duct banks, and handhole/pullbox installations.

This document presents a comprehensive photographic site reference for the federal project to "Rehabilitate Polebridge Water System," scheduled for 2024 to 2025 at the Polebridge Ranger Station area in Glacier National Park, Montana. The visual guide details existing infrastructure, proposed work areas, and staging locations across the site. Key areas documented include: - **Infiltration Gallery Area:** Highlights the existing infiltration gallery, valve vault structures, solar array, and the site of a July 2025 geotechnical test pit for the new infiltration gallery. - **Water Tank Area:** Shows the existing 30-foot plastic water tank, access ports, and clearing areas along Inside North Fork Road. - **Housing and Maintenance Areas:** Documents utility connection points, water service entries, crawlspaces, and curb stops for various park structures (including the Strissel Cabin, Ranger Residence, Dorm, and Ranger Office). It also identifies the chlorination room, lift station control panels, and locations for new fiber optic and water service connections. - **Ranger Station and Staging Areas:** Illustrates the Ranger Station loop, solar array, and designated staging zones at Bowman Pit and Covey Meadow Trailhead. This photo log serves as critical technical context for contractors bidding on or executing the rehabilitation project, illustrating physical constraints, utility entry points, and excavation pathways.

This federal solicitation (No. 140P1426R0013) issued by the National Park Service (NPS) seeks proposals for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to rehabilitate the Polebridge Area Water System in Glacier National Park, Montana. The project is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 237110 (size standard of $45 million), with an estimated magnitude of project cost between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The scope of work generally consists of constructing a new public water system, including a new infiltration gallery, a water storage tank, control systems, and new water mains or service lines connecting four housing units and two administrative buildings. The project also includes installing fiber optic lines to five buildings. The performance period is designated as 274 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Proposals will be evaluated based on the criteria established in Section M. Key administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), submission of past performance evaluations through the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), and strict compliance with limitations on subcontracting (not paying more than 85% of the contract performance amount to non-similarly situated entities). The solicitation also incorporates standard federal contract provisions, including prohibitions on specific foreign telecommunications, video surveillance equipment, and covered unmanned aircraft systems.

This government document provides as-built utility plans and historical reference notes for the Polebridge area, managed by the National Park Service (NPS). Serving as a reference for contractors, the document highlights that existing water, sewer, propane, electrical, and communications infrastructure have been installed in multiple phases and may vary from the original designs due to alterations, abandonment, or fire damage. Key historical updates and corrections span projects from 1980 to 2007. Notable details include the 1988 Red Bench Fire, which destroyed most original buildings; the subsequent replacement of the water tank in 2001 with a fiberglass model; and the complete replacement of all propane lines in 2007. The file outlines specific sheet-by-sheet corrections for water treatment, sewer profiles, and generator building modifications, including the removal of underground fuel tanks. Additionally, schematic maps detail the layout of buildings, fuel storage, utility lines, and future housing sites. Because field conditions vary, the NPS does not guarantee the accuracy of these plans. Contractors are instructed to coordinate directly with the NPS and contact 811 at least five days prior to initiating any ground-disturbing activities.

This federal government project specification document outlines the requirements for PMIS No. 329234B, a project to rehabilitate the Polebridge Area Water System in Glacier National Park, Montana. Managed by the National Park Service, the project is scheduled for execution starting in August 2026, with substantial completion targeted by June 21, 2027. The scope of work involves constructing a new public water system, which includes a new infiltration gallery at Bowman Creek, a new buried water storage tank, and new water main and service lines. The system will connect four housing units and two administrative buildings, integrating a new programmable logic controller (PLC), pump control panel, pump protection system, and tank monitoring system. Additionally, the project includes installing fiber optic lines to five buildings and executing related electrical, structural demolition, and earthwork activities. The specifications outline strict environmental, archeological, and natural resource protections, including weed-free material certifications and vehicle inspections to protect Glacier National Park's ecosystem. The documentation details strict coordination timelines for disrupting potable water services to permanent and seasonal residences, maintaining visitor traffic control, and managing winterization procedures. Bidders must structure their proposals under two primary Contract Line Items (CLINs): CLIN 10 for Water System Improvements (subdivided into distribution, infiltration gallery, water tank, and control systems) and CLIN 20 for Fiber Optics. Detailed submittal procedures, quality control plans, and project management guidelines are also established.

This document is a five-sheet survey plan set for the Polebridge Ranger Station area within Glacier National Park in Flathead County, Montana. Issued for an RFP by the National Park Service (NPS) on October 20, 2025, the survey provides critical spatial data and utility layouts to support upcoming park infrastructure work. The survey was conducted between April and July 2025 using GNSS equipment, establishing five distinct survey control points tied to the NAD83 Montana State Plane coordinate system. The drawings detail site linetypes, utility symbols, vegetation, and buildings, mapping out existing systems such as domestic water service connections, sanitary sewers, power lines, and propane storage. Notable site features include an infiltration gallery, a 10,000-gallon plastic water tank, multiple septic systems, and geotechnical boreholes. Under the contract terms, the winning contractor must visit the site to verify all current conditions and confirm the precise locations, sizes, and depths of all utilities before initiating ground disturbance. Additionally, the contractor is required to notify Montana 811 at least five business days prior to digging and must preserve or replace all established survey control points throughout construction.