Z--IA-PORT LOUISA NWR-BOAT RAMP REPAIR PROJ

Solicitation 140FC226Q0014 is a firm-fixed-price construction project for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to repair a damaged public boat ramp at the Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge in Wapello, Iowa. The scope of work involves the demolition of existing concrete and rebar and the installation of a new high-strength concrete boat ramp. Per Amendment 0001, the final ramp dimensions are 12 feet by 28 feet by 6 inches. The project requires the contractor to coordinate with refuge staff to work during low river levels and implement strict measures to prevent the spread of invasive species and minimize environmental impact. The period of performance is scheduled from April 27, 2026, to October 2, 2026, with a requirement to complete all work within 91 days of the award. Award is based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, with a mandatory requirement for a valid electrician license to determine technical acceptability. The contract is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 238110. Key administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), compliance with Davis-Bacon Act wage rates, and adherence to strict work hour restrictions from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.