THRO - DEFERRED FUEL ORDER - PROPANE PT1
ID: 140P6325Q0001Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEMWR NEKOTA(63000)Rapid City, SD, 57701, USA

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Petroleum Refineries (324110)

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GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is soliciting quotes for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for propane supply at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. The procurement aims to establish a five-year agreement for the delivery of propane, with an estimated total value of $115,000, allowing for micro-purchase transactions up to $10,000 each. This fuel supply is crucial for park operations and employee housing, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and minimal public inconvenience during delivery. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically, addressing technical capability and pricing, and can contact Joseph Kirk at joseph_kirk@nps.gov or 605-574-0510 for further details.

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    The National Park Service (NPS) is planning to issue a solicitation for the purchase and delivery of propane to various locations within Theodore Roosevelt National Park, with the goal of establishing a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) over five years, beginning January 13, 2025. The BPA will be a firm-fixed price agreement, with payments primarily made via the Visa Government Purchase Card. The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside, classified under NAICS code 324110 (Petroleum Refineries) with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees. A formal Request for Quote (RFQ) is expected to be released on or about December 9, 2024, with responses due approximately 25 days later. Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible. Joseph Kirk is the point of contact for any inquiries. This pre-solicitation notice outlines critical details for potential suppliers and underscores the NPS's commitment to supporting small businesses in federal contracting opportunities.
    The provided document outlines the requirements for contractors interested in submitting proposals for propane delivery services as part of a federal or state/local contracting process. It includes a detailed questionnaire to assess the contractors' experience, including years in the line of work, previous contracts completed in the past three years, current commitments, and the status of any past performance issues. Essential information such as the contractor’s business structure, financial responsibility, and employee availability is also solicited. Additionally, the document requires a certification where the contractor affirms their commitment to complete the specified project as detailed in the solicitation, ensuring compliance with regulations. This framework is designed to evaluate potential contractors’ qualifications, financial stability, and ability to fulfill project requirements, thereby ensuring that the government selects capable and reliable partners for the task at hand. Overall, this form serves as a critical tool in the procurement process for government-funded projects.
    The document outlines the pricing structure for propane deliveries under Solicitation No. 140P6325Q0001. Bidders are required to base their quotes on the weekly prices published by Butane-Propane News (BPN), using the average prices from Conway, Kansas. The pricing must include a contractor's markup, covering all associated costs such as taxes and fees, and should be rounded to the nearest cent as per federal acquisition regulations (FAR clause 52.212-4(k)). The price quote should include specific line items across multiple ordering periods, with the total calculated for each period. The document emphasizes the inclusion of comprehensive costs in the markup price and outlines necessary contact details for each firm submitting a proposal. This solicitation reflects standard practices in federal requests for proposals (RFPs) for essential services like fuel deliveries, ensuring transparency and fairness in the bidding process.
    The document outlines the service contract requirements for propane fuel delivery at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, covering both the South and North Unit areas. Key responsibilities for the selected contractor include timely delivery of fuel, effective order tracking and invoicing, and compliance with National Park Service regulations. Specific deliverables include identifying points of contact, providing delivery tickets within 15 business days, and invoicing through the Integrated Procurement Platform (IPP) after approvals. The contract will span Fiscal Year 2025 with multiple ordering periods based on fuel consumption needs. Additionally, the contractor must ensure minimal public inconvenience during operations, comply with safety protocols for hazardous materials, and manage work hours to align with park regulations. The appendices include a propane tank table detailing locations, capacities, and estimated annual fills for various buildings in the park, along with maps identifying delivery locations. This initiative emphasizes efficient fuel supply management essential for park operations and employee housing while ensuring adherence to safety and operational guidelines.
    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the National Park Service for supplying and delivering propane to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. The procurement will establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for five years, allowing for micro-purchase transactions up to $10,000 each, with an estimated total value of $115,000 over the agreement's term. Offerors must submit quotes electronically, addressing technical capability, pricing, and compliance with various federal regulations. Delivery schedules stipulate propane must be provided within four business days after order confirmation, with detailed invoicing requirements, including separate tickets for each delivery. The document emphasizes security and compliance with procurement standards, such as exclusions for covered telecommunications goods and adherence to federal acquisition guidelines. The government retains the right to award contracts based on the most advantageous offers while ensuring oversight for quality and service delivery. Overall, this RFQ facilitates necessary fuel supply while fostering small business participation in federal contracting efforts.
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