Y--FODO 253278 - Rehabilitate the Visitor Center
ID: 140P2025R0054Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEDSC CONTRACTING SERVICES DIVISIONDenver, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Y1JZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3a3c90a6b8114b309a21436abcaa6e25/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 30, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 22, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service (NPS), is seeking qualified contractors for the rehabilitation of the Visitor Center at Fort Donelson National Battlefield in Dover, TN. This project, valued between $1-5 million, involves completing existing work and making significant renovations, including repairing utility systems, replacing the roof, and constructing a new two-story addition to enhance accessibility and visitor engagement. The Visitor Center, classified as a historic resource, will be closed during renovations, although the park will remain open to the public. Interested businesses, both large and small, must submit their qualifications, bonding capacity, and relevant experience by April 22, 2025, to John Babcock at john_babcock@nps.gov or by phone at 303-969-2626, as part of the preliminary market research for this competitive acquisition process.

Point(s) of Contact
Babcock, John
(303) 969-2626
john_babcock@nps.gov
Files
Title
Posted
A14_SourcesSoughtNotice_FODO253278_VC_Rehabilitation_1.pdf
Apr 4, 2025, 7:08 PM UTC
The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice regarding the rehabilitation of the Fort Donelson Visitor Center in Dover, TN. This notice aims to gather information on both large and small businesses interested in this project, which is expected to have a construction cost between $1-5 million. The project involves completing existing work and repairing previously installed elements, along with constructing a new two-story addition that includes an elevator and an interpretive center. The anticipated performance period is 365 days, and while the Visitor Center will be closed during construction, the park will remain accessible to visitors. Interested businesses must submit information regarding their qualifications, bonding capacity, and prior experience by 5 PM EST on March 3, 2025. This notice serves as preliminary market research to inform the NPS's acquisition strategy, with a full proposal expected to be released in the spring of FY 2025. Responses are voluntary, and no costs for submission will be reimbursed, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring competitive opportunities within federally funded projects.
A14_SourcesSoughtNotice_FODO253278_VC_Rehabilitation_Attachment_Amend02_3.pdf
Apr 4, 2025, 7:08 PM UTC
The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a Sources Sought Notice aimed at gathering market research for the rehabilitation of the Fort Donelson Visitor Center in Dover, TN. This notice seeks responses from both large and small businesses to assess their qualifications as part of an acquisition strategy, with no proposals being requested at this time. The anticipated project, valued between $1-5 million, involves completing a partially finished contract which includes critical repairs and enhancements to the Visitor Center. Key tasks include replacing architectural and structural elements, utility systems, and constructing a two-story addition for accessibility and exhibition improvements. The building, classified as a historic resource, will remain closed to visitors during renovations, but the park itself will remain open. Interested businesses must provide company information, bonding capacity, and demonstrate relevant project experience, with responses due by April 4, 2025. This initiative reflects the NPS’s commitment to maintaining historic sites while enhancing visitor access and engagement through modern facilities.
A14_SourcesSoughtNotice_FODO253278_VC_Rehabilitation_Attachment_Amend03_4.pdf
Apr 4, 2025, 7:08 PM UTC
The National Park Service (NPS) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for the rehabilitation of the Visitor Center at Fort Donelson National Battlefield in Dover, TN. This notice serves to gather information on business qualifications and market capabilities, as the NPS prepares for a full and open competitive acquisition process set to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) in the spring of FY 2025. The project, budgeted between $1-5 million, involves significant renovations to a historic site, including repairing utility systems, replacing the roof, and adding a two-story glass and steel addition for accessibility. Construction is expected to take approximately one year, with precautions to ensure safety due to the site's historic nature. Interested businesses, both large and small, are invited to submit their qualifications, bonding capacity, and relevant experience by April 22, 2025. The NPS emphasizes that responses are voluntary and no reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with submissions.
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