NIST Boulder B8 Gutter and Roof Repair Plus Options
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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 Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking a small business contractor for exterior building repair and renovation at its Boulder Campus, CO. This includes roof, gutter, and fascia replacement on Building 8, with options for work on Buildings 3, 5, and 11. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers comprehensive exterior repair and renovation services. Base Work (Building 8):
- Removal and replacement of the existing foam roof system with a new metal roof deck system.
- Installation of new fascia, gutters, and downspouts.
- Replacement of damaged insulation and installation of snow guards.
- Repair of metal roof edge flashing where Building 5 meets Building 4. Optional Work:
- Option 1 (Building 5): Demolition and reconstruction of the northwest entrance overhang, including new gutter system and painting.
- Option 2 (Building 3): Reinstallation of an existing ornamental vent stack cap.
- Option 3 (Building 11): Removal and replacement of the main entrance door system, frame, associated concrete slab, and structural supports. Work involves demolition, roofing, sheet metal, concrete, structural, and door installation, requiring adherence to safety requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Negotiated (RFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Repair Or Alteration Of Office Buildings)
- Small Business Size Standard: $19.0 Million
- Period of Performance: 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Start Date: June 1, 2026 (for base contract).
- Important Dates:
- List of Individuals for Site Visit Due: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
- Site Visit: Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 1:30 pm MT, NIST Boulder Building 8
- Questions Due: Monday, May 25, 2026
- Proposals Due: Friday, June 5, 2026, by 5:00 PM MT (as amended)
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Approach, Schedule, and Price. Technical Approach and Schedule are of approximately equal importance and are more important than Price.
Additional Notes
- This solicitation has been amended twice. Amendment 0001 extended the proposal due date to June 5, 2026, and provided Q&A. Amendment 0002 restated Question 2's answer.
- Offerors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.
- Refer to provision 1352.270-71 on page 156 and Instructions to Offerors on page 157 for site visit and submission details.
- Award is subject to the City of Boulder Sales/Use Tax.
- Primary Contact: Lauren Lopez (lauren.lopez@nist.gov).