68--Black Hills Parks Propane Tanker Truck I
ID: 140P6324Q0036Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEMWR NEKOTA(63000)Rapid City, SD, 57701, USA

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Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)
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    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking quotations for the supply and delivery of propane via an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) contract for Mount Rushmore National Monument and Badlands National Park in South Dakota. This procurement is set aside for small businesses and encompasses five ordering periods from December 16, 2024, to December 15, 2029, with an estimated total contract value of $800,000. The propane is essential for operational needs at these national parks, ensuring a reliable energy source for various activities. Interested vendors should submit their price quotes, including all associated costs, and can contact Joseph Kirk at joseph_kirk@nps.gov or by phone at 605-574-0510 for further information.

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    The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing to issue a solicitation for the purchase and delivery of propane to its parks, specifically Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. This acquisition will follow a firm-fixed price requirements contract utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested contractors can expect a formal solicitation around September 16, 2024, with quotes due approximately 66 days afterward, likely by November 21, 2024. This procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses, designated under the NAICS code 325120, with a size standard of 1,000 employees for manufacturers and 500 for non-manufacturers. Contractors are required to register on the System for Award Management (SAM) and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number. The NPS conducted similar transactions under a previous contract, issuing 19 delivery orders that totaled over 280,000 gallons. Inquiries can be directed to Contract Specialist Brian Peck via email or phone listed in the notice. This RFP underscores the government's commitment to supporting small businesses while fulfilling essential service needs.
    The document pertains to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for propane tanker truck deliveries at federal sites, specifically Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial, under Solicitation No. 140P6324Q0071. Vendors are required to submit price quotes that include markup prices reflecting all associated costs, such as taxes, fees, and surcharges. The RFP outlines multiple order periods over which quotes must be provided. Each vendor must detail their pricing for each order period, leading to a total amount calculated at the end. The document includes sections for the contractor's name, address, UEI (Unique Entity Identifier), contact information, and a signature line to confirm their bid and submission date. This structured approach ensures transparency and allows for a fair evaluation of offers, aligning with federal contracting protocols designed to secure services effectively and within budget constraints.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the supply and delivery of propane through Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) contracts to two National Park Service locations in South Dakota: Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and runs from December 16, 2024, to December 15, 2029, with an estimated total contract value of $800,000. Key points include the specifications for delivery, including a requirement for orders to be fulfilled within ten business days and necessary delivery documentation. Moreover, the solicitation provides details on the tanks used for storage and consumption history, emphasizing the frequency and volume of propane orders over recent years. The pricing structure is linked to a weekly published newsletter, ensuring competitive rates based on prevailing market prices. The document also includes numerous compliance and regulatory clauses, covering telecommunications equipment representations, assertions of small business status, and adherence to the Defense Priorities and Allocations System. The overarching goal is to ensure reliable propane supply while adhering to federal procurement regulations and guidelines.
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