CONTEXTUAL HISTORY STUDY FOR CIVILIAN CONSERVATION
ID: 140P5225Q0013Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICESER WEST(52000)TUPELO, MS, 38804, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- HISTORICAL (B521)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fd15c13cd8f945d4b43b097e6f924588/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is seeking a qualified contractor to conduct a contextual history study focused on the contributions of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at Vicksburg National Military Park during the New Deal Era. The objective of this procurement is to document the historical significance of CCC programs, utilizing existing documentation and conducting thorough historical research to fill in gaps, ultimately producing a detailed narrative report and interpretive materials for public engagement. This study is crucial for resource management and educational purposes, highlighting the park's historical evolution and the impact of New Deal programs on its development. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by May 9, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Dallas Harper-Staub at dallas_harper-staub@nps.gov or by phone at 256-986-0815.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Harper-Staub, Dallas
    (256) 986-0815
    dallas_harper-staub@nps.gov
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    Final_VICK_CCC_Context_Study_SOW.docx
    The Vicksburg National Military Park, in partnership with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, is commissioning a comprehensive contextual history study on the impact of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) programs during the New Deal Era, particularly from 1933 to the 1940s. This study, mandated by a Memorandum of Agreement to address the adverse effects of demolishing the Old Administration Building, aims to document the historical significance and contributions of the CCC within the Park. It encompasses a review of existing documentation, thorough historical research, and the creation of a detailed narrative report and interpretive components for public engagement. Key tasks include identifying historical gaps, utilizing primary sources, and linking the Park's developments to regional CCC efforts. The project is outlined in four main parts: documentation review, historical research, narrative report writing, and creating interpretive materials. The final deliverables must meet specific formatting and compliance standards, with a completion timeline of twelve months post-award. This study is critical for resource management and educational purposes, highlighting the Park's historical evolution and the role of New Deal programs in shaping its landscape.
    Past_Performance.pdf
    The document titled "Solicitation No. 140P5225Q0007-Attachment 3, Past Experience" serves as a form for offerors to detail their previous project experiences, qualifications of key personnel, subcontractor information, and references related to a government Request for Proposal (RFP). Offerors are instructed to list relevant projects from the past five years, providing specifics such as project value, owner details, and descriptions of their work. Transparency about less-than-satisfactory past performances is emphasized, where offerors must explain discrepancies and remedial actions taken. Furthermore, the offerors are required to include qualifications of key personnel involved in the project, outlining their education and relevant experience. The form also seeks detailed information on proposed subcontractors, their roles, and references that underline their capability to deliver on specific tasks. The document underscores the importance of thorough disclosures and the potential impact on assessments of past performance, aiming to ensure that the government secures competent and reliable contractors for the proposed work.
    Sol_140P5225Q0013_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment related to solicitation number 140P5225Q0013, which addresses questions posed by potential contractors regarding a project at Vicksburg National Military Park. The amendment extends the solicitation period and clarifies expectations regarding research, documentation, and deliverables. It notes that contractors are responsible for identifying non-Park repositories for research without specific guidance from the government. Additionally, the document outlines that various narrative lengths and design templates are left to the contractor’s discretion, with preferences stated for certain analyses and comparisons. The period of performance for the contract is established from May 9, 2025, to May 9, 2026. Contractors are encouraged to gain independent access to archives and are expected to balance thoroughness with budget constraints. The amendment emphasizes that while past performances of the prime contractor and key personnel are crucial, all pertinent experiences will be acknowledged. Overall, the amendment serves to ensure potential contractors grasp the requirements and expectations thoroughly, facilitating informed bids for the project.
    Sol_140P5225Q0013.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a contextual history study concerning the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) at Vicksburg National Military Park, issued under solicitation number 140P5225Q0013. The aim is to engage a contractor who will research and document the historical significance and impact of New Deal Era programs, specifically the contributions of the CCC to park design and projects between the 1930s and 1940s. This procurement is set aside for small businesses within the NAICS code 541990, with a contract type anticipated to be a firm-fixed price. Quoters must provide a comprehensive quote that incorporates all labor, materials, and relevant expenses, and demonstrate technical and past performance capabilities. The evaluation will consider the technical merit of proposals, past experience, and pricing. The selected contractor will have a performance period of twelve months post-award to deliver the final draft, which will undergo peer review before approval. Additionally, compliance with the System for Award Management (SAM) registration requirements is mandatory. The deadline for proposal submission is May 9, 2025.
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