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

This document outlines the project specifications for replacing damaged security bollards at the Padre Island National Seashore (PAIS) in Corpus Christi, Texas.

• Replacement of twenty-three (23) damaged, missing, or misaligned fiberglass beach security bollards/pilings (12-inch diameter).

• New bollards will match existing dimensions and material (fiberglass pilings resistant to weather, storm damage, and impact), including cone caps and fasteners. Alternative piling types require prior approval.

• Installation involves burying bollards to a depth of at least 8 feet using hydro-jetting with adjacent salt water sources.

• Installation of ten (10) aluminum "Authorized Vehicles Only Beyond this Point" placards, with five signs attached to fiberglass bollards at each line using U-bolts (no drilling).

• Project Location: Padre Island National Seashore (PAIS), specifically at two sites along the Malaquite Beach (Closed Beach area): North Beach security access barriers and South Beach security access barriers.

• Period of Performance: Work shall be completed within 60 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

• Contractor must adhere to National Park Service (NPS) rules and regulations.

• On-site work hours are generally normal park business hours (7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday), unless otherwise indicated.

• Extreme fire danger warnings require coordination with the Contracting Officer.

• Anticipate downtime due to seasonal weather conditions; use NOAA data for planning.

• Carefully excavate around existing bollards to avoid damage to the beach and surrounding area.

• Removed bollards must be transported to a designated disposal or recycling facility.

• A site visit is highly encouraged.

• Contractor use of site is limited to construction areas; disturbance should be minimized.

• Preservation of natural features and protected resources is mandatory.

• Construction camp establishment within the park is not permitted.

• Hauling and bridge restrictions must be followed.

• A traffic control plan is required if the project impedes pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

• Work on Saturdays, Sundays, or Federal holidays requires prior consent from the Contracting Officer.

• No signs or advertisements are permitted without approval.

• Environmental protection measures must be followed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the "Replace Damaged Security Bollards" project at Padre Island National Seashore. The government is procuring all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to replace damaged security bollards at a closed beach. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price type.

• Replacement of damaged security bollards at a closed beach.

• Work to be completed by skilled personnel per industry standards and manufacturer specifications.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Work to begin within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed and complete within 60 calendar days.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 238990 (All other Specialty Contractors) has a small business size standard of $19 million.

• Bonds: Payment bond protection in the amount of 100% of the final contract award amount is required.

• Proposal Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to joan_brzezinski@ios.doi.gov.

• Submission Deadline: Offers are due by 06/03/2026, at 9:00 AM CDT.

• Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for May 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT at the HQ Facility Maintenance Building.

• Questions Deadline: All questions must be submitted in writing via email no later than May 19, 2026.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforms to the solicitation and is determined to be the best value, considering technical capability/experience and price.

• NAICS Code: 238990, All other Specialty Contractors.

• Small Business Set-Aside: The solicitation indicates it is a "Total Small Business Set-Aside" (52.219-6).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have current online Representations and Certifications.

• Wage Rate Requirements (Construction) are incorporated as an attachment (Davis-Bacon Act applies).

• Electronic invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for heavy construction projects in specific Texas counties. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act and related statutes. Bidders must use these rates to ensure compliance with labor standards.

• Applicable Counties: Brooks, Dimmit, Duval, Frio, Jim Hogg, Kenedy, Kinney, La Salle, Maverick, McMullen, Starr, Uvalde, Willacy, Zapata, and Zavala Counties in Texas.
• Construction Type: Heavy
• Wage Rates: Lists specific hourly rates and fringe benefits for various classifications including Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Laborer (Common/General and Pipelayer), Operator (Backhoe/Trackhoe, Bulldozer, Loader), Truck Driver, and Welders.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Applies to contracts awarded or solicitations issued on or after January 1, 2017. Contractors must provide 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually.
• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Generally applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022. Requires a minimum wage of $13.30 per hour (or the applicable higher wage determination rate) for work performed in 2025.
• Rate Identifiers: Explains different types of rate identifiers (Union, Union Average, Survey, State Adopted) used in wage determinations.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. Failure to adhere to these prevailing wage rates can lead to contract violations. Bidders must incorporate these rates into their cost proposals and project labor planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains drawings and specifications for the repair and replacement of damaged beach security bollards at Padre Island National Seashore (PAIS). It details the scope of work, materials, and installation procedures.

• Site Preparation: Includes identifying and marking existing damaged bollards, coordinating with park staff for potential closures, careful removal of existing bollards and pilings, and environmentally responsible disposal.
• Removal of Existing Bollards: Specifies the removal of 10-14 inch diameter fiberglass bollards and their transport for disposal or recycling.
• Bollard Installation: Requires new fiberglass pilings (10-14 inch diameter, 15-foot length) resistant to weather and storm damage. Installation involves burying pilings at least 8 feet deep using hydro jetting, infilling with sand, and ensuring a consistent 6-foot spacing for aesthetic and visibility purposes. Bollards must be plumb and in line.
• Restoration and Cleanup: Mandates removal of construction debris, restoration of disturbed areas (including replanting vegetation), and a final functionality test in the presence of a government representative.
• Drawings: Includes site maps, profile views, and a detailed bollard installation diagram.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific technical requirements, materials, dimensions, installation methods, and site restoration expectations for the beach security bollard replacement project. It provides the detailed specifications necessary for accurate bidding and project execution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to be awarded via a Request for Quotes (RFQ) process by the National Park Service (NPS), MWR NEKOTA Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO). The project involves replacing damaged, missing, and misaligned fiberglass beach security bollards/pilings at Padre Island National Seashore, Corpus Christi, TX.

• Replacement of twenty-three (23) 12-inch diameter fiberglass beach security bollards/pilings.

• New bollards must match existing dimensions and material (fiberglass pilings resistant to weather, storm damage, and impact), including piling cone caps and fasteners.

• Installation requires burying bollards to a minimum depth of 8 feet using hydro jetting.

• Installation of ten (10) "Authorized Vehicles Only Beyond this Point" aluminum placards.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price, construction.

• Period of Performance: 60 calendar days.

• Anticipated Start: Late June/early July 2026.

• Solicitation Number: 140P6326Q0013.

• Anticipated Solicitation Release Date: May 4, 2026.

• Anticipated RFQ Due Date: June 3, 2026 (30 days after release).

• Anticipated Award Date: Approximately 10 business days after the RFQ due date.

• Specifications, drawings, and attachments will be available in the RFQ package on SAM.gov.

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Total Small Business.

• Offerors must have a UEI number and be registered and active in SAM.gov.

• Associated PSC Code: Y1BC (Construction Navigational Traffic Aid Structures).

• Associated NAICS Code: 238990 (All other Specialty Contractors).

• Small Business Size Standard: $19 million.

• A pre-quote site visit may be conducted; details will be in the RFQ.

• No hard copies or email copies will be provided.

• Contact: Joanie Brzezinski, Contract Specialist, joan_brzezinski@ios.doi.gov, 605-574-0515.