USFWS Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery, SC

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a small business contractor to perform roof replacement work on two residential quarters at the Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery in Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina. The project requires the complete removal and disposal of existing asphalt roofing systems and the installation of a new 24-gauge standing seam metal roof across approximately 3,200 square feet combined, including all necessary flashing and trim to ensure weather-tight integrity. The contract is a firm-fixed-price, total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238160, with bids due by July 21, 2026, at 12:00 EST. The award will be made using the Lowest-Price Technically Acceptable methodology, where proposals must first pass a mandatory technical evaluation based on demonstrated experience with at least three similar roofing replacement projects completed within the last five years and a feasible 90-day project schedule. Technical acceptability is a pass/fail gate; only proposals meeting these criteria will be considered for price evaluation. All work must comply with South Carolina state and Charleston County building codes, the International Residential Code, FEMA coastal construction guidance, OSHA safety standards, and manufacturer specifications. The contractor is responsible for securing all permits, conducting inspections, and ensuring materials are new and of the highest suitable grade. Payment protections equivalent to 100% of the contract value must be submitted within 10 days of award, in the form of a payment bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or other approved security. Invoicing must be done electronically via the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform, with required attachments including certified payrolls, Statement of Compliance, and itemized progress summaries for partial payments or final release of claims. The contractor must adhere strictly to the personnel, materials, and processes outlined in their proposal; any substitutions require written approval from the Contracting Officer. All submissions must reference the contract number, and postage for all correspondence is the contractor’s responsibility. The period of performance begins 10 days after notice to proceed and must be completed within 90 days, with work governed by FAR clauses including Buy American, equal opportunity, default, and subcontracting requirements.