Replace Roof of Visitor Center/Administration Bldg
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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), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ 140P6026Q0001) for the replacement of the roof on the Visitor Center/Administration Building at Fort Larned National Historic Site in Larned, Kansas. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated project magnitude between $150,000 and $250,000. Quotes are due June 2, 2026, at 3:30 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
The project involves the removal of approximately 10,538 sq ft of existing western red cedar shingles and an estimated 15% of skip sheeting. New fire-retardant western red cedar wood shingles (10,538 sq ft) will be hand-nailed, and the lightning protection system will be detached, reinstalled, and recertified by a UL-listed installer. Other key tasks include installing new valley and step flashing, providing debris containment in the attic, and ensuring safe access for government and public during the 120-calendar-day performance period from the Notice to Proceed. The structure is a designated historic site, requiring careful adherence to preservation guidelines.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Magnitude: $150,000 to $250,000.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238160 (Roofing Contractors) with a $19.0M size standard.
- Payment Protection: Quotes between $35,000 and $150,000 require a Payment Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit.
- Wage Determination: Bidders must comply with the Department of Labor's prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction in Kansas (GDN KS20260044).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: June 2, 2026, 3:30 PM CDT.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to james_bissaillon@ios.doi.gov. Other methods will not be accepted.
- Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation based on technical factors, past performance, and price to determine the best value.
- Technical Questionnaire: Offerors must complete a technical questionnaire detailing their project plan, team structure (prime/subcontractors), and two to three similar projects completed in the last three years. Inadequate responses may result in a lower evaluation.
- Required Submittals: A detailed list specifies required Product Data, Shop Drawings, Samples, Warranties, and Maintenance Data.
- Site Visit: Highly encouraged on May 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT at Fort Larned National Historic Site. Contact James Bissaillon for details.
- Questions: Must be submitted in writing via email to james_bissaillon@ios.doi.gov no later than five calendar days after the scheduled site visit.
- Eligibility: Offerors must have an active SAM registration with a UEI and CAGE code.