Replace Septic Systems, Cowpens Nat'l Battlefield

The Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of two onsite wastewater septic systems at Cowpens National Battlefield in Gaffney, South Carolina. This project involves the removal of existing systems and the installation of new tanks, infiltration fields, and piping at the park headquarters and housing units. The contract is a total small business set-aside with a firm-fixed-price structure and an estimated project magnitude between 100,000 and 250,000 dollars. The period of performance is scheduled from August 25, 2025, to February 24, 2026, or approximately 180 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Proposals must be submitted by July 31, 2025, and include a detailed price schedule and SF-1442. Award requirements include performance and payment bonds, as well as a bid bond to guarantee contract execution. The scope of work necessitates strict adherence to OSHA and NFPA standards, coordination with the Contracting Officer's Representative for utility shutdowns, and mandatory archeological monitoring. Contractors must also comply with South Carolina building construction wage determinations and federal mandates regarding minimum wage and paid sick leave. Evaluation of bidders will include a review of past performance regarding quality and timeliness.