Z--GAOA Taos Area Visitors Centers
ID: 140L0625R0010Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTNATIONAL OPERATIONS CENTERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS (Z2AZ)
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking interest and qualifications from businesses for the GAOA Taos Area Visitors Centers project, which involves the design and construction of improvements to the Wild River Visitor Center and the Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center. The project has a construction budget estimated between $1 million and $5 million and emphasizes the need for roofing expertise among potential contractors. This initiative is part of a competitive acquisition process aimed at enhancing visitor facilities, with a solicitation expected to be released in May 2025 and a projected period of performance of 525 days post-award. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by March 28, 2025, to Rebecca Undlin at rundlin@blm.gov or by phone at 406-351-1301.

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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a Sources Sought Notice regarding the GaOA Taos Area Visitors Centers, aimed at conducting market research. The notice requests interest and qualifications from both small and large businesses, as the BLM plans a competitive acquisition for the design and construction of improvements to the Wild River Visitor Center and the Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center, with a construction budget between $1M and $5M. The announcement details submission requirements, including company information, business classification, bonding capacity, and relevant project experience, emphasizing the need for roofing expertise. Responses are voluntary and will help determine potential small business set-asides. The anticipated period of performance for the project is 525 days post-award, with a solicitation expected in May 2025. All comments received will be public information, and the BLM reserves rights to use them in future project modifications. Responses are due by March 28, 2025, to designated BLM contacts.
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