Z--Eisenhower National Historic Site
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Park Service (NPS), Northeast Regional Contracting Office, sought proposals for the replacement of HVAC systems at the Eisenhower National Historic Site Headquarters in Gettysburg, PA. This was a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition for a firm-fixed-price contract. The solicitation closed on April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involved the replacement of one 3-ton conventional gas-fired, forced air handler HVAC system and two 1.5-ton mini-split units, along with all associated components. Key tasks included:
- Demolition and disposal of existing HVAC systems.
- Installation of one new high-efficiency 3-ton natural gas furnace and AC system, and two new high-efficiency mini-split HVAC systems.
- Installation of necessary duct connections, plumbing, condensate pumps, line sets, and electrical connections.
- Comprehensive testing of all installed systems.
- Operations training for site maintenance personnel. All work was required to comply with manufacturer, industry standards, state and local codes, and applicable agency regulations. Prevailing wage rates (per Wage Determination PA20260073 for Adams County, PA) applied, and the contractor was responsible for obtaining all necessary permits. A 1-year warranty on installed systems was required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) with a $19M size standard.
- Magnitude: Estimated between $25,000 and $100,000.
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to September 11, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals were evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process, considering technical acceptability, price, technical capability, and project experience.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 1700 Eastern Time (extended by Amendment 0001).
- Submission Method: Electronically via email.
- Bonds: Performance and payment bonds were required within 10 calendar days after award.
- Invoicing: Electronic invoicing via the Internet Payment Platform (IPP) was mandatory.
Key Documents & Clarifications
- Amendment 0001: Extended the proposal due date, incorporated a Q&A document, the site visit sign-in sheet, and a Project Experience form.
- Q&A Document: Clarified wiring specifications, noting copper AWG 12 wiring for conduit, with the SOW updated accordingly.
- Subcontracting Percentage Worksheet: Provided for calculating compliance with FAR Clause 52.219-14, requiring prime/similarly situated entities to perform at least 25% of the work (excluding materials).
- Project Experience Questionnaire: Required offerors to detail past project experience for evaluation.
- Site Visit: Held on March 3, 2026. Verbal responses were not binding unless formally issued in writing.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this opportunity, contact Wendy De Leon at Wendy_Deleon@nps.gov or 617-242-5681.