C--Rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment extends the closing date of the solicitation.

• The closing date for the solicitation is extended.

• The proposal submission deadline is extended to May 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

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

This Scope of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for Title I & II architectural and engineering (AE) services for the "Rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park" project. The goal is to plan, design, and prepare construction documents for the rehabilitation of this park section within Anacostia Park.

Key tasks include:

• Site investigation and assessment, including a geotechnical survey and existing conditions survey.

• Development of design alternatives, including evaluating a living shoreline and a potential restroom facility.

• Compliance with various codes, regulations, guidelines, and standards (federal, state, local, historic preservation, building codes, accessibility standards, etc.).

• Conducting public outreach and engagement meetings.

• Preparing construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.

• Environmental assessments, including a Preliminary Assessment/Site Investigation (PA/SI) and Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) assessment.

• Boundary, topographic, and hydrographic surveys.

• Developing a demolition plan and interim site improvements.

• All work must comply with applicable federal, state, and local codes and standards, prioritizing the most restrictive.

• Deliverables must be accessible and compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

• Work must adhere to NPS standards for rehabilitation and historic landscapes.

• A period of performance of 765 calendar days from the award date is estimated.

• Period of Performance: 765 calendar days from award date.

• Place of Performance: Buzzard Point Park, Washington, D.C.

• The AE is responsible for designing within the available funding for construction, which is estimated to be over $10 million.

• The maximum statutory fee for AE services is 6% of the estimated construction contract price.

• All work must be performed under the direct supervision of a licensed architect and/or engineer in the District of Columbia.

• Safety, means, methods, and security protocols must be followed, including coordination with the COR and park POC for site access.

• No overnight storage of supplies or materials on-site unless approved.

• Restroom and potable water facilities are not available on site. Parking is not available onsite; street parking may be reservable.

• All digital deliverables must be 508 compliant.

• The AE must coordinate with various agencies including the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA), National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC), and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 140D0426R0027 makes the following changes:

• Provides responses to contractor questions in an attachment titled "Buzzard Point Q & A - Gov't Responses".
• Includes a revised solicitation document, referenced as "SOL 140D0426R0027 Buzzard Point".
• Provides a revised Statement of Work (SOW), referenced as "Attachment A SOW AE Buzzard Point 4-28-26".
• Extends the closing date for the solicitation to May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

• Solicitation document
• Statement of Work (SOW)
• Q&A responses
• Closing date

The closing date for proposal submissions has been extended to May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Bidders should review the revised solicitation document, revised SOW, and the Q&A responses.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for Landscape Architecture and Engineering (AE) services for the "Rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park" project. The acquisition is being conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 36.6 - Architect-Engineer Services. This is a small business set-aside.

• The core requirement is for AE services related to the rehabilitation of Buzzard Point Park.

• Offerors must be licensed and registered to practice architecture/landscape architecture or engineering in Washington, D.C.

• The work will involve rehabilitation, alteration, addition, or improvement of sites and structures containing natural and cultural resources.

• Design work must align with stewardship principles acceptable to NPS and must not jeopardize the historical or archeological integrity of the property.

• Projects must meet and exceed requirements for universal design and accessibility, including ABAAS, Section 504, and Section 508.

• Sustainable design principles must be applied, and firms must demonstrate competency in sustainable design and green building systems, including LEED accreditation.

• A documented internal Quality Control Program (QCP) is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: 744 calendar days from award.

• Place of Performance: Primarily at the contractor's site, with work at Buzzard Point Park in Anacostia Park, Washington, D.C.

• Government Furnished Information (GFI) includes NPS standards and templates, 30% drawing (Attachment E), and Environmental Assessment (Attachment F).

• Site Visit: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 10:00 am EDT at Buzzard Point Park.

• RFP Questions Due Date: March 13, 2026, by 3:00 pm EDT.

• RFP Response Due Date: May 20, 2026, by 10:00 am EDT.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Evaluation will be based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform services at a fair and reasonable price.

• Selection Criteria (in descending order of importance): Professional qualifications, specialized experience and technical competence, capacity to accomplish work, past performance, and location/knowledge of the project area.

• Key Personnel are required, including a Principal Landscape Architect, Project Architect, and Engineers who must be licensed in D.C.

• Submissions require a Standard Form 330 (SF330), Parts I and II.

• This acquisition is a small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541320 - Landscape Architectural Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $9M annual revenue.

• Firms must be licensed and registered to practice architecture/landscape architecture or engineering in Washington, D.C.

• Attachments include SOW AE Buzzard Point, Buzzard Point Q&A, Past Performance Questionnaire, Table of Items Statutory 6% Fee, Buzzard Point 30% Plans, and Environmental Assessment.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to questions and requests for clarification regarding the Rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park solicitation (Solicitation Number: 140D0426R0027).

• Surveys: A signed/sealed survey by a Registered DC Surveyor will be provided. A survey to mark will also be provided, and has been submitted to the DCSO for review and approval.
• Living Shoreline: The living shoreline is intended for the majority of the park, but public water access and overlooks will also be provided. The existing concrete bulkhead is not anticipated to be restored.
• Construction Budget: The anticipated construction range is between $10-20 million.
• SF 330 Forms: Firms can use SF 330 forms in Word or InDesign. Electronic, wet, or digital signatures are acceptable.
• Permitting: A DCRA permit may be required for drilling on NPS land, and specific requirements for spoils and grouting will apply.
• LEED Certification: LEED professional can be prime or subconsultant, but SITES AP accreditation does not qualify for the LEED requirement.
• Site Security & AV: No site security cameras or audio/visual equipment are envisioned for the project.
• Environmental Assessment: The prior Environmental Assessment is applicable, and any anticipated updates to design will be addressed through a memo to file.
• Hazardous Materials: A Hazmat Survey has been added to the SOW.
• Public Meetings: NPS will secure meeting facilities, while the AE is responsible for developing materials, scheduling, and facilitating. NPS will be involved and represented at all stakeholder and public meetings.

Several questions resulted in updates to the SOW, including the addition of a Hazmat Survey and clarification on the scope of living shoreline design and survey provisions. The closing date for proposals has been extended due to the complexity of the project. Clarifications were provided regarding the use of SF 330 forms, acceptable signatures, and LEED accreditation requirements.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment extends the solicitation closing date.

• The closing date for the solicitation is extended.

• The proposal submission deadline is extended to April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions and answers related to Solicitation Number 140D0426R0027 for the "Rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park" project. It appears to be a template or an incomplete record, as no specific questions or answers are provided.

None available in the provided text.

As no questions or answers are present, there is no impact on the solicitation's requirements, due dates, or submission rules based on this document.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) used by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Interior Business Center to gather feedback on a contractor's past performance. This information is considered when awarding a contract.

• Firm Information: Fields for Project Title, Location, Description, Company Name, Contract Number, Start Date, Completion Date, Initial Amount, Final Amount.
• Evaluator Information: Fields for Evaluator Name, Company/Agency Name, POC Email, and Position Held.
• Ratings Overview: Defines rating scales (Outstanding, Above Average, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unacceptable) and their corresponding performance descriptions.
• Questionnaire: A series of questions covering:
  1. Relationship with client's contract team.
  2. Overall corporate management, integrity, reasonableness, and cooperative conduct.
  3. Quality control.
  4. Ability to meet performance schedule.
  5. Issuance of cure notices, show cause letters, reprimands, suspension of payment, or termination.
  6. Likelihood of awarding another contract.
  7. Customer satisfaction with final product and services.
  8. Opportunity for the firm to discuss negative comments.
  9. Overall Rating.
  10. Comments section for detailed explanations.
• Signature: Space for signature.
• Submission Instructions: Directs the signed questionnaire to the Contracting Officer, Ericka Graham at ericka_graham@ibc.doi.gov.

This form is crucial for potential bidders as it outlines the specific criteria and questions the government will use to evaluate their past performance. Bidders should understand these questions to prepare their own past performance narratives and to anticipate the type of feedback their clients might provide.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the application of the 6% Fee Limitation for Design Estimate, detailing which services are included and excluded from this limitation across various project phases.

• Studies, Investigations, and Surveys: Includes feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, traffic studies, and existing facility investigations. Excludes historic preservation studies.
• Predesign Programming: Includes preparation of criteria, design memoranda, master planning, and architectural programming. Excludes determination of program requirements.
• Concept Phase: Includes concept services, design narratives, and value engineering. Excludes review of local code, permit, and inspection requirements, and concept presentations.
• Design Development (DD): Includes preliminary working drawings, design calculations, cost estimates, and interior space design. Excludes value engineering and landscape design.
• Construction Documents Phase (CD): Includes drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. Excludes changes resulting from value engineering, bid package preparation, and critical path method scheduling.
• Costs Applicable to all Phases: Includes travel costs and meetings. Excludes reproduction costs above one set and design/build services.
• Art-in-Architecture Services: Includes coordination. Excludes the services themselves.
• Construction Phase: Includes critical path method scheduling and site slides/photographs. Excludes post-construction contract services, maintenance manuals, and record documents.

This document is crucial for understanding how design fees are applied and what services are considered within or outside the statutory 6% limitation. Bidders should note which services are explicitly included or excluded to accurately estimate costs and scope for their proposals, particularly concerning A-E contracts for design services.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is for Landscape Architecture and Engineering (AE) services to rehabilitate Buzzard Point Park. The acquisition is being conducted in accordance with FAR Subpart 36.6 - Architect-Engineer Services and is a small business set-aside. The work will be performed under a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract.

• The primary deliverable is AE services for the rehabilitation of Buzzard Point Park.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) is detailed in Attachment A.

• The project requires adherence to Universal Design and Accessibility standards, as well as sustainable design principles.

• Firms must demonstrate experience in landscape architecture, site-planning for urban parks, environmental engineering, and producing high-quality visualizations.

• Specific requirements include compliance with NPS standards, applicable codes, and Denver Service Center (DSC) Workflows.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: 744 calendar days from award.

• Place of Performance: Primarily at the contractor's site, with work at Buzzard Point Park, Anacostia Park, Washington, D.C.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 541320 with a small business size standard of $9M.

• Site Visit: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.

• Questions Due Date: March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT, submitted via email to ericka_graham@ibc.doi.gov.

• Response Due Date: April 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT, submitted electronically.

• Proposals must be submitted using Standard Form 330 (SF330), Parts I and II.

• Evaluation will be based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform services at a fair and reasonable price.

• Key evaluation criteria include: Professional qualifications, specialized experience, capacity to accomplish work, past performance, and location.

• This acquisition is a small business set-aside.

• Offerors must be licensed and registered to work in Washington, D.C.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Attachments include SOW, Q&A, Past Performance Questionnaire, Table of Items, 30% Plans, and Environmental Assessment.

• Key Personnel are specified, including a Principal Landscape Architect, Project Architect, and Engineers who must be licensed in D.C.

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

This Scope of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for Title I & II architectural and engineering (AE) services, including supplemental services, for the planning, design, and preparation of construction documents for the Rehabilitation of Buzzard Point Park, a section of park land within Anacostia Park.

• Project Background: Buzzard Point Park is a 3.3-acre waterfront park in Washington, D.C., part of Anacostia Park. A 2016 study aimed to activate the riverfront and improve connections to surrounding areas and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.

• Key Tasks: The AE will perform site investigations, geotechnical surveys, develop design alternatives, evaluate feasibility of living shorelines and restroom facilities, conduct public engagement, prepare construction documents, and ensure compliance with various codes and standards.

• Design Imperatives: Solutions must consider park use and maintenance, compliance with accessibility standards (ABAAS), sustainable design, NPS lighting standards, constructability, and integration into the park environment.

• Period of Performance: 765 calendar days from award date.

• Location: Buzzard Point Park, Washington, D.C.

• Compliance: Adherence to local, state, and federal codes, historic preservation guidelines (ACHP, SHPO, NCPC, CFA), International Building Code, Life Safety Code, ABAAS, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and District of Columbia regulations.

• Deliverables: Must be 508 compliant. Includes reports, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.

• Construction Funding: The AE must design within the available construction funding. The estimated construction contract price is over $10 million. The AE fee is capped at 6% of the estimated construction contract price.

• Safety: Strict adherence to safety protocols, including coordination with COR and POC, and provision of all necessary safety equipment by the AE/Subcontractors.

• Site Conditions: Restroom and potable water facilities are not available on-site. Parking is not available on-site. No overnight storage of supplies or materials is permitted without approval.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a set of architectural and engineering drawings for the Buzzard Point Park Improvements project. It includes a cover sheet, boundary survey, existing conditions (topographic and bathymetric), layout plans (Option 1 and Option 2), sections, and grading plans for both options. These drawings provide detailed site information, proposed designs, and grading details for the park improvements.

• Cover Sheet (S1): Project title, location, agency, drawing index, and project number (PMIS #243146).
• Survey Sheets (S2-S4): Boundary survey, existing topographic conditions, and existing bathymetric conditions, including coordinate systems and elevation references.
• Layout Plans (S5-S7, S10-S12): Two design options (Option 1 and Option 2) detailing proposed site layouts, including trails, seating areas, overlooks, seawalls, bio-retention areas, playground spaces, and parking.
• Grading Plans (S8-S9, S13-S14): Detailed grading information for both layout options, including proposed seawall elevations and shoreline revetment.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of the Buzzard Point Park Improvements project. They define the physical site, existing conditions, and the proposed design elements, including new construction, landscaping, and shoreline stabilization. Bidders will need to use these plans to develop accurate proposals, cost estimates, and construction methodologies.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Environmental Assessment (EA) for proposed improvements to Buzzard Point Park in Southwest D.C. It evaluates two alternatives: a No-Action Alternative and the NPS-preferred Proposed Action (Alternative B). The EA assesses potential impacts on wetlands, floodplains, and visitor use and experience.

• Project Location: Buzzard Point Park, bordered by the Anacostia River.
• Purpose: To transform the park into an accessible community waterfront amenity, continuing the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail (ART), providing more open space, and recreational opportunities.
• Alternatives:
  • Alternative A (No-Action): Current conditions persist; park remains largely inaccessible and unimproved.
  • Alternative B (Proposed Action): Park is cleared, shoreline is reconstructed with a concrete seawall, and the ART is extended. This alternative has two options:
    • Option 1: Includes a stone revetment along the seawall.
    • Option 2: Includes a railing along the seawall and an overlook trail/plaza.
• Key Issues: Potential impacts to submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), wetlands, floodplains, visitor experience, and historic resources.
• Preferred Alternative: Alternative B, Option 2, is preferred due to fewer permanent impacts to wetlands, floodplains, and SAV.

This document provides crucial context for any potential bidders involved in the redevelopment of Buzzard Point Park. It outlines the scope of the proposed improvements, the environmental considerations, and the National Park Service's preferred approach. Understanding these details is essential for developing proposals that align with the project's objectives and constraints.