AK KENAI NWR VC EXTERIOR WOOD REFINISH
Overview
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price Construction contract to clean and refinish the exterior wood surfaces of the Visitors Center at the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge in Soldotna, Alaska. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM (PDT).
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, labor, equipment, and supervision to clean and refinish exposed exterior wood surfaces, including wood siding, soffits, trim, and turned log posts. Specific areas include 6 turned log posts (approx. 12" diameter x 10' tall) at the front entrance, 4 turned log posts (approx. 10" diameter x 10' tall) at the rear patio, approximately 890 sq ft of horizontal soffit, and approximately 1500 sq ft of vertical siding. The work involves cleaning with a biodegradable non-chlorine bleach solution and applying three coats of penetrating waterborne oil (e.g., Nature's Edge Wood Finish or equal). The contractor is responsible for measuring exact surface areas and protecting adjacent surfaces.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction
- Estimated Value: $25,000 - $100,000
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors)
- Product Service Code (PSC): Z1AZ (Maintenance Of Other Administrative Facilities And Service Buildings)
- Offers Due: April 24, 2026, 5:00 PM (PDT)
- Published Date: March 25, 2026
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capability requires two examples of similar projects completed within the last five years. Past Performance requires customer contact information for cited projects. Price requires a completed Quote Schedule (Section B).
Additional Notes
A site visit was held on March 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 calendar days after contract award. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete Online Representation and Certifications. The project is subject to Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by April 24, 2026. The primary point of contact is Cindy Salazar (cindy_salazar@fws.gov, 503-872-2832).