Y--TUNISON GRAVEL PARKING LOT PROJECT
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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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the Tunison Gravel Parking Lot Project. This project involves the development of two new gravel parking lots and the resurfacing of one existing parking lot at the USGS Tunison Laboratory of Aquatic Science (TLAS) in Cortland, NY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 17, 2026, at 12:00 noon MDT.
Scope of Work
The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary plant, equipment, labor, supervision, and materials for the construction and resurfacing of parking areas. Specific tasks include:
- Developing two new gravel parking lots (Areas A and B) and resurfacing one existing parking lot (Area C).
- Site preparation including soil removal, grading to specific slopes (e.g., <=6% for 90-degree parking), compaction, and laying geotextile fabric.
- Placing a minimum of 6 inches of compacted 22A crushed stone for new lots and a 2-inch granular fill overlay for the resurfaced lot.
- Installation of a new powered rolling gate with a keypad lock in Area C, including removal of an existing fence and trees.
- Compliance with environmental management systems (EMS) and sustainable product requirements.
- Coordination with the USGS Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for lot arrangements, traffic management, and protection/correction of damaged site areas.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000 and $100,000
- Period of Performance: May 11, 2026, to June 30, 2026 (10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, with completion within 60 calendar days after award).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction)
- Size Standard: $45 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: April 17, 2026, by 12:00 noon MDT, submitted via email. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical non-price factors (Technical Performance, Key Qualifications/Experience within the last three years, and Key Personnel Experience) and price. Technical merit is considered more important than price.
- Site Visit: A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Attendance is urged and expected.
- Questions Due: No later than April 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM MDT, via email.
Key Updates & Notes
- Point of Contact: The Point of Contact has been updated via Amendment 0001 to Philip Robinson (Buyer) at philip_robinson@ios.doi.gov. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must adhere to the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits specified in the General Decision Number (GDN) for Cortland County, NY, as required by the Davis-Bacon Act.
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are required.