R--BUNKER HILL 251st EVENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140P4326Q0028, originally dated 04/30/2026, provides the list of attendees from two organized site visits.

• The amendment provides information related to the "Battle of Bunker Hill 251st Commemoration Event Management and Production Services at Boston National Historical Park."

• A detailed description of the services is available in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• The amendment does not appear to change the proposal deadline or submission requirements. It is primarily informational, providing attendee lists from site visits that occurred on May 6, 2026, and May 7, 2026.

• The period of performance for the contract remains 05/16/2026 to 07/03/2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services for the Battle of Bunker Hill 251st Commemoration Event Management and Production Services at Boston National Historical Park. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and written quotes are being requested. A written solicitation will not be issued. The government anticipates awarding one (1) Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.

The solicitation is for event management and production services. A detailed description of requirements is available in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). The period of performance is anticipated to be from May 16, 2026, to July 3, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order

• Period of Performance: May 16, 2026 – July 3, 2026

• Quotes are due by 10:00 AM ET on May 14, 2026, and must be emailed to Jason_Albright@ios.doi.gov.

• Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Jason Albright via email no later than 10:00 AM ET on May 8, 2026.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Expertise, Experience, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Expertise, Experience, and Past Performance, when combined, are approximately equal in importance to Price.

• This solicitation is issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 561920, Convention and Trade Show Organizers.

• Small Business Size Standard: $20.0 million.

• Two organized site visits are scheduled for interested offerors: May 6, 2026, at 11:30 am ET and May 7, 2026, at 11:30 am ET. Participants will meet at Bunker Hill Monument, Monument Square, Boston, MA, 02129.

• The solicitation includes FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation), and other relevant clauses and provisions.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for event management and production services to support the 251st Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill (BH251) commemoration on June 16-17, 2026. The events are part of the America250 national commemorative programming and are expected to draw significant audiences.

• Core Physical Infrastructure (CLIN 00010 - FFP): Includes providing an open-top tent (accommodating ~300 people), white ivory flat-bottom chairs, a stage (12'Wx24'x3'H with navy skirting and stairs), and stage stairs with rails.

• Optional Services (CLINs 00020-00240): A comprehensive list of optional services that may be exercised individually or in combination. These include:

  • Sound System Setup and Operation
  • Lighting Design and Operation
  • Media Platforms (Bunker Hill and Charlestown Navy Yard)
  • ADA Compliant Stage and Access Ramp
  • ASL Interpretation Services
  • Portable Restrooms (including ADA accessible units)
  • Wooden Podium
  • First Amendment Barricade Setup (NPS supplied or contractor rental)
  • Tent Audio System
  • On-Site Water Station
  • Overnight Security Services
  • Tent Sides Installation and Removal
  • Event Management Services (non-setup/strike), including Stage Management (MC) and Attendee Welcome/Seating.
  • Noise Permitting (City of Boston)
  • Video and Production Services (including livestreaming and documentary recording)
  • Barricade Rental and Setup/Breakdown (Bunker Hill and Charlestown Navy Yard)
  • Low-Noise / Quiet Generator
  • Draping/Piping Services

• Dates: June 16-17, 2026.

• Location: Grounds of Bunker Hill Monument, Monument Square, Charlestown, MA (Southwest Quadrant).

• Period of Performance: From award through July 3, 2026 (including final recordings delivery and site restoration).

• All work must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and standards.

• Contractor must be fully insured for general liability, property damage, and worker's compensation.

• Noise management and community relations are critical, requiring compliance with City of Boston ordinances.

• Specific technical specifications are provided for the stage, tent, and media platforms.

• Deliverables for video and production services have specific technical requirements and delivery timelines.

• Site Visit: Mandatory pre-event site visit with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) within 48 hours of award.

• Event Execution Plan: Written plan detailing proposed layouts, equipment, staffing, and logistics due within one week of award.

• Coordination: Contractor must coordinate with COR and NPS staff for various aspects including site access, logistics, security, and placement of equipment.

• Environmental: No tent stakes are permitted; only ballast/weight-based anchoring. No damage to turf, irrigation systems, or historic fabric is allowed. Repairs for any damages are the contractor's responsibility.

• Security: NPS will manage daytime security; overnight security is an optional CLIN.

• Site Access: Contractor vehicles must park in designated areas; deliveries require pre-coordination.

• Utilities: Water and electrical power are not available on-site; generator costs must be included in applicable CLINs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination, specifically for the Service Contract Act. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific counties and towns in Massachusetts. This information is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs when bidding on government contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.

• Geographic Applicability: Specifies counties (Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Suffolk) and towns within Massachusetts where the wage determination applies.
• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job classifications (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive Service, Health Occupations, Information and Arts Occupations, Technical Occupations) with corresponding occupation codes.
• Wage Rates: Details the minimum hourly wage rate for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific benefits like Health & Welfare, Vacation, and Holidays are detailed later in the document.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) and their applicability to covered contracts.
• Footnotes and Special Conditions: Includes notes on specific occupations (e.g., Computer Employees, Air Traffic Controllers) and conditions like hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. It helps bidders assess the feasibility and profitability of the opportunity based on required labor rates.