J--PAIS FY26 REHABILITATE FIRE SUPPRESSION
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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), through its Contracting Operations Central, is soliciting quotes for the rehabilitation of fire suppression equipment at the Sea Turtle Science and Recovery (STSR) Lab within Padre Island National Seashore (PAIS). This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The work involves critical maintenance and repair to ensure compliance with fire safety codes. Quotes are due by May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The objective is to restore the fire suppression systems at the STSR Lab to full operational status. Key tasks include:
- Reprogramming and replacing waterflow switches.
- Replacing failed air/water gauges.
- Performing inspections and maintenance for 5-year and 3-year ITM tags.
- Repairing backflow prevention assemblies (Ames Colt 400N and LFCOLT 500N-BF 4" RP devices).
- Updating and correcting inspection tags.
- Providing technical submittals and obtaining final acceptance from NPS. Work must comply with NFPA 25, NFPA 72, 2024 International Fire Code, and Texas state regulations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction Contract.
- Magnitude: Less than $25,000.
- Period of Performance: 60 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.
- Place of Performance: Sea Turtle Lab at Park Headquarters Complex, Padre Island National Seashore, 20420 Park Road 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418.
- NAICS Code: 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors.
- Small Business Size Standard: $19 million.
- Wage Requirements: Construction Wage Rate Requirements for Nueces County, Texas (General Decision Number TX20260288) apply.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must have a UEI number, be registered and active in SAM.gov, and have completed Online Representations and Certifications by the solicitation close date.
Submission & Evaluation
Complete quote packages must be emailed directly to the Contract Specialist. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation represents the best value and is most advantageous to the Government, based on evaluation of technical capability, price, and past performance.
- Submission Deadline: May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
- A site visit was held on April 2, 2026, and questions were due shortly thereafter.
Important Notes
Offerors are required to submit a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan complying with OSHA. Environmental considerations, such as minimizing disturbance during turtle nesting/hatching seasons (April-September), are critical. All work must be performed by licensed technicians during normal business hours (0700-1600, Mon-Fri) unless otherwise approved. Contact: Joseph Kirk, joseph_kirk@ios.doi.gov, 605-574-0510.