56--REPLACE SPLIT RAIL FENCING

Solicitation 140P5325R0028 is a firm-fixed price contract awarded by the National Park Service for the removal and replacement of approximately 2,566 linear feet of historic split rail fencing at the Smart View and Rocky Knob picnic areas along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Floyd and Franklin counties, Virginia. The project is a 100 percent small business set-aside under NAICS code 238990, with an estimated value between 100,000 and 250,000 dollars. The period of performance is approximately 90 calendar days from the notice to proceed, with a final completion deadline of January 30, 2026. The contractor is responsible for all materials, supervision, and site restoration to a visitor-ready condition, adhering to National Park Service standards and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Key requirements include the submission of weekly certified payrolls to comply with Department of Labor wage determinations for Floyd and Franklin counties, and a mandatory 10 day advance notice for excavation and utility clearances. Due to the historic and environmental significance of the area, the contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer and suspend work upon any archeological findings. Award is based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable process, evaluating offerors on technical capability, including a narrative of their approach and evidence of three similar projects completed within the last five years. Administrative requirements include invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform and strict adherence to professional conduct and facility operation continuity. All work must be performed without interrupting government functions, and no work is permitted during October or on federal holidays.