V--STEA - CNJ COACH #1021 TRANSPORT

Solicitation 140P4526Q0009 is a 100% small business set-aside request for a firm fixed price contract to transport the Central Railroad of New Jersey Passenger Coach #1021 from Shoshoni, Wyoming, to the Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The scope of work includes the transport of the coach body weighing approximately 64,000 lbs, two truck units at 17,000 lbs each, and loose parts weighing 15,000 lbs packed in a 40-foot container. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and shipping containers, while adhering to specific height restrictions at the destination entrances. The period of performance is scheduled from March 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, with final delivery and government acceptance occurring at the destination. Award is based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, evaluating offerors on technical capability, prior experience, and past performance, requiring at least a good adjectival rating for the latter. Contractors must comply with Service Contract Labor Standards, the Buy American Act, and specific security protocols, although HSPD-12 clearances are not required as secure facility access is not necessary for this project. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and strict adherence to safety and site maintenance standards, including the daily removal of debris. The contract is administered by the National Park Service, with Mary Hallmon serving as the Contracting Officer.