USFS Swim Dock Replacement - Sullivan Lake Campground, Washington

The U.S. Forest Service is awarding a firm-fixed-price contract for the removal and replacement of a swim dock at Sullivan Lake Campground in Metaline Falls, Washington, under solicitation number 1240BD26Q0026, with proposals due by April 2, 2026. The contract is a total small business set-aside, requiring all offerors to self-certify as small businesses and remain eligible throughout performance. The new dock must be either a 15’x15’ to 16’x16’ metal frame structure using aluminum or galvanized steel with composite decking, or an HDPE modular system, featuring non-slip surfaces, black edging, detachable swim ladders, and a flexible anchoring system capable of securing the dock in up to 30 feet of water over rocky or sandy substrates. Materials must be UV-stabilized and thermally durable to withstand freeze/thaw cycles, and all work must be completed by September 1, 2026, with coordination to align with optimal lake water levels. The contractor is responsible for full removal and environmentally compliant disposal of the existing dock, installation of the new structure, and delivery of all components to the site under FOB Destination terms, bearing all transportation costs and risks. Contract performance is governed by a comprehensive set of FAR clauses, including mandatory compliance with the Buy American Act for domestic content, labor standards under the Service Contract Labor Standards, and requirements for paid sick leave and minimum wage under Executive Orders. Offerors must also certify compliance with anti-discrimination, whistleblower rights, and anti-trafficking mandates, along with SAM.gov registration and maintenance obligations. Evaluation is based on a trade-off approach, prioritizing technical acceptability—verified through submitted manufacturer spec sheets, material certifications, and demonstration of non-slip surfaces and compliance with dimensional and safety requirements—followed by price reasonableness and regulatory compliance. All proposals must be submitted electronically by email to Mindy Hickman, the contracting officer, and must include a delivery schedule, complete pricing for three CLINs covering the dock, installation, and removal, and supporting documentation such as product literature and project timelines. Acceptance occurs on-site at the campground upon final inspection by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, requiring submission of a Final Inspection Report and invoices via IPP.gov within 10 days of acceptance. No packaging, preservation, or marking requirements beyond origin labeling for Buy American compliance are specified, and no options, key personnel