GAOA Grand Isle NRA Water System Improvement

This procurement, solicitation number 12445526Q0044, is a combined synopsis and solicitation issued under FAR Part 12 for commercial items, specifically for water system improvements at four sites within the Grand Isle National Recreation Area in Munising, Michigan. The project encompasses the construction of two new board and batten well houses at Juniper Flats and Murray Bay, including full installation of piping and electrical systems, as well as the demolition of existing well enclosures. Additional work includes raising the well casing at Farrell Cabin, installing a new waterline and spigot pedestal, and demolishing the old pedestal; at Mather Lodge, it involves demolition of the existing concrete pad, pouring a new one, installing new piping and electrical systems into an existing structure mounted on the pad, and making necessary building repairs. All work must conform to detailed specifications, drawings, and standards referenced inAttachments 2 through 8, including compliance with Davis-Bacon wage determinations, Soil density and concrete strength testing, water line pressure testing, and MDOT bedding requirements. The contract is exclusively set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 237110 with a size standard of $45 million, and all offers must originate from registered small business concerns that meet SAM UEI requirements and affirm compliance with applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and executive orders on DEI and merit-based opportunity. The solicitation requires all vendors to submit a complete, timely quotation using the provided Schedule of Items template, with pricing for every line item required to be considered responsive. Evaluation will be based solely on price, with award going to the lowest quoted price that meets all technical and administrative requirements. Proposals must be submitted via email to Paula Sales by 1:00 PM local time on July 10, 2026, and must include a signed SF-1442, cover page with UEI number, and the completed SOI with all highlighted fields filled. The contract mandates adherence to extensive labor, safety, and environmental standards including 29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926, Buy American provisions, and compliance with whistleblower protections, trafficking prohibitions, and accelerated payments to small business subcontractors. Performance is scheduled for August 12 to October 12, 2026, with the entire project required to be completed and cleared by October 12, including final site cleanup. Contractors must establish an account on the IPP system, submit