Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park -

The National Park Service is soliciting proposals for a Firm-Fixed Price construction contract to replace the deteriorated bluestone plaza at the Old Slater Mill campus within the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The project involves the removal and disposal of 1,850 square feet of existing bluestone and the installation of a new, ADA-compliant stamped concrete plaza designed to maintain a historic appearance. This is a Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated value between $25,000 and $100,000. The period of performance is scheduled from September 30, 2026, to December 29, 2026, with work required to be completed within 90 calendar days after the notice to proceed. Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by August 26, 2026, at 12:00 local time. The government will award the contract based on the overall best value, weighing technical factors and price approximately equally. Technical evaluation will focus on the contractor's work plan, ability to schedule personnel, equipment utilization, relevant past performance, and the submission of a safety plan. Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act is required, and contractors must adhere to the Buy American Act for construction materials. Additionally, the contractor must implement a Quality Control Plan, maintain appropriate insurance per Rhode Island regulations, and provide necessary performance and payment bonds. Invoicing will be managed electronically through the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform.