S--BADL Biowaste Vault Pumping Service
ID: 140P6325Q0004Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEMWR NEKOTA(63000)Rapid City, SD, 57701, USA

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Septic Tank and Related Services (562991)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)

Set Aside

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 bids for the Badlands National Park Biowaste Vault Pumping Service, aimed at maintaining sanitation facilities within the park. The contract involves providing septic pumping services for 13 vault toilets, with a service frequency of every three weeks over three ordering periods from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. This initiative is crucial for ensuring effective waste management and environmental protection, supporting the park's infrastructure and visitor experience. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes and complete an experience questionnaire by the specified deadlines, with further inquiries directed to Nathan Ziegler at nathan_ziegler@nps.gov or 605-574-0480.

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    The National Park Service requires septic pumping services for 13 vault toilets located within Badlands National Park, South Dakota. The contract is structured into three ordering periods from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028, with a frequency of septic pumping every three weeks. The contractor is responsible for providing a service schedule post-award, while NPS will support the wastewater treatment process post-pumping. Each vault has a capacity of approximately 1,000 gallons, and the contractor must implement a quality control program ensuring compliance with standard practices. The locations of the vaults include various parking lots and campgrounds within the park, all equipped with rear access hatches for service. This requirement emphasizes maintenance of sanitation facilities to support park visitors and protect the environment.
    The document outlines an experience questionnaire for contractors seeking to provide septic pumping services for government projects. It requires details about the contractor's business type, years of experience, specific services rendered in the last three years, and current contract commitments. Key sections include whether the contractor has ever failed to complete work, details about organizational capacity (employee counts and equipment availability), and the experience of principal individuals involved in the project. Financial responsibility is also assessed by requesting information from the contractor's bank. The certification statement emphasizes the contractor’s obligation for providing accurate information to the National Park Service. This document serves as a tool to evaluate contractor qualifications and reliability in order to ensure successful project completion under federal and local guidelines.
    The document details a solicitation for a firm fixed-price contract for Vault Toilet Septic Pumping Services, identified by Solicitation Number 140P6325Q0004. It outlines three ordering periods for service pricing, with contractors expected to provide competitive rates based on the included Statement of Work. The final award decision will consider the pricing offered for each period and must encompass all applicable taxes. The contractor must fill out a price schedule, indicating costs for 130 annual services across the three ordering periods. This solicitation emphasizes the government’s intent to secure reliable septic pumping services while ensuring budgetary transparency and accountability through a structured pricing format.
    This document is an amendment to a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Toilet Vault Septic Pumping Services at Badlands National Park. The primary purpose of the amendment is to update the details concerning the site visit, which has been scheduled for February 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM MST, at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center in Interior, SD. The amendment also outlines the procedure for acknowledging receipt of this amendment, which is critical to ensuring that offers are not rejected due to non-compliance. Various methods for acknowledging receipt are specified, including submitting a copy of the amendment or a separate electronic communication. Additionally, the document addresses conditions for modifying offers already submitted. It is crucial for contractors to be aware of these requirements to maintain the validity of their proposals. Overall, the amendment serves to communicate critical updates to prospective bidders, ensuring they have accurate information when preparing their submissions.
    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Biowaste Vault Pumping Services at Badlands National Park, issued on Standard Form 1449. It outlines the solicitation's purpose, which is to establish a firm fixed-price contract for sewage removal from vault toilets over three ordering periods from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. Offerors are required to submit quotes for all elements of the Price Schedule and are encouraged to perform a site visit, scheduled for February 10, 2025. The RFQ specifies that the government will issue task orders, providing flexibility for service demand and requiring a minimum of one pumping service. The contract's compliance is governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including instructions for submission and evaluation criteria focused on technical capability and price. It also incorporates mandatory representations related to telecommunications services and small business classifications. The overall goal is to ensure effective and efficient waste management services at the park while adhering to federal contracting standards and promoting compliance with small business participation. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to maintaining park infrastructure and supporting local economies through strategic contracting practices.
    The National Park Service (NPS) intends to issue a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for an indefinite delivery, fixed-price contract for vault pumping septic services at Badlands National Park in South Dakota. The contract will cover the management of 13 toilet vaults in various locations throughout the park. The performance period is expected to last approximately three years, starting on April 1, 2025. This acquisition is set aside for small businesses, with a small business size standard of $9 million according to the NAICS code 562991. Interested offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number. The official RFQ solicitation package will be posted on http://www.sam.gov/ within the next two business days, and no physical or email copies will be provided. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Nathan Ziegler, the Contract Specialist.
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