Y--KS FLINT HILLS NWR PRKING LOT REPLACEMENT

The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the Fish and Wildlife Service, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of the parking lot and construction of ADA-compliant sidewalks at the Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters located at 530 W Maple Ave, Hartford, Kansas 66854. This construction project, identified by solicitation number 140FGA26Q0036 and classified under NAICS code 237310 for Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, is a full small business set-aside with an estimated value between $25,000 and $75,000. The work includes demolition of existing pavement, subgrade preparation with excavation and compaction, installation of an aggregate base, and placement of reinforced concrete measuring 75 feet by 39.5 feet by 6 inches, with a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi and air content of 6.5% plus or minus 1.5%. The project also requires the construction of three ADA-compliant sidewalks totaling over 120 linear feet and a corresponding curb ramp, along with proper striping, signage, and restoration of disturbed areas through grading, topsoil application, seeding, and stabilization. All work must be completed within 240 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, which is anticipated 15 days after contract award. Contractors must comply with stringent quality assurance and control standards, including submission of a detailed QA/QC plan, use of certified technicians for all material and compaction testing per ASTM standards, and adherence to OSHA and federal safety regulations. Each proposal must include a site-specific safety plan, daily safety briefings, concrete mix designs, work schedule, traffic control plan, material certifications, testing plan, disposal plan, and comprehensive documentation requirements such as daily logs, testing reports, waste disposal records, as-built drawings, and final inspection documentation. Environmental protection is mandatory, with requirements to prevent sediment runoff, control spills, and protect biological and cultural resources. The project must meet all applicable ADA accessibility standards, ensuring safe and durable access for all visitors. Proposals will be evaluated under FAR Part 13 procedures, and only small businesses certified to meet the size standard for NAICS 237310 are eligible to respond. The contracting officer is Ian Young, and coordination for inspections and project oversight will be managed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Michael Smith, and the site point of contact