B--MORU Rock Block Studies
ID: 140P6325Q0007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEMWR NEKOTA(63000)Rapid City, SD, 57701, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- GEOLOGICAL (B517)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47c3690a2d594e98bc82eb8e53c6e86f/view
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    Description

    The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide rock block monitoring services at Mount Rushmore National Memorial in Keystone, South Dakota. The project aims to maintain a monitoring system that ensures continuous operation, requiring contractors to analyze geological data, interpret results, and provide annual reports on monitoring outcomes. This initiative is crucial for the preservation of the iconic landmark, and small businesses are particularly encouraged to participate. Interested vendors must submit their contact information, business classifications, and a one-page capability statement by February 6, 2025, to Joseph Kirk at joseph_kirk@nps.gov or by phone at 605-574-0510.

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    Kirk, Joseph
    (605) 574-0510
    joseph_kirk@nps.gov
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    A14_Market_Research_Sources_Sought_Market_Survey_1.docx
    The National Park Service (NPS) is conducting a market survey to gauge vendor interest and capacity for a rock block monitoring project at Mount Rushmore National Monument (Keystone, SD). This project involves maintaining a monitoring system to ensure its continuous operation, requiring qualified personnel to analyze data and interpret geological results. Contractors must provide an annual report on monitoring outcomes, maintain equipment, and ensure accessibility for operations on the sculpture via a certified rope access team, accompanied by NPS personnel. Interested vendors should submit their contact information, business classifications, and a one-page capability statement by February 6, 2025. This survey does not constitute a formal solicitation, but the information gathered will guide future contracting decisions. The related NAICS code is 541690, and small businesses are encouraged to respond. Overall, the document serves as an initial outreach to determine market readiness for specialized engineering services necessary for the preservation of the iconic landmark.
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