Z--2026 Wyoming National Elk Refuge Quarters Siding

The contract pertains to the construction of siding at the Wyoming National Elk Refuge, with a period of performance from May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026. Work is strictly limited to daylight hours, excluding weekends and federal holidays unless explicitly authorized, and is subject to environmental constraints including immediate suspension if endangered species are encountered. The contract is procured under a sealed bid process under FAR Part 14, resulting in a firm-fixed-price award based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Proposals must demonstrate technical acceptability in both capabilities and relevant experience, with price being the sole determinant for award once technical thresholds are met. The scope includes installation of engineered wood or fiber cement siding meeting specific material standards—no knots, weather-resistant, requiring no long-term maintenance, and in a neutral earth tone—and excludes vinyl or natural wood. Wage rates for truck drivers on-site are governed by Davis-Bacon, and contractors must comply with all federal environmental and archeological preservation laws, including protection of historical data during construction. All submissions must be submitted electronically via email to the point of contact by the April 24, 2026, deadline, with technical responses limited to five pages. Contract administration requires electronic invoicing through the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), with no use of WAWF permitted. Payment is contingent on compliance with federal procurement regulations, including Buy American Act provisions and Veterans' Employment Reporting requirements, and contractors must affirm their small business status and Unique Entity Identifier through SAM.gov. The place of performance is at 2600 National Elk Refuge Road, Jackson, WY, and all materials must be clearly marked with the contract number. The contracting office is located in Falls Church, VA, but no COR or COTR contact details are provided. The contract includes clauses for bond security, prompt payment, patent indemnity, and dispute resolution under FAR 52.233-1 Alternate 1. No contract value is specified in the pricing section, and no option quantities or extensions are available. Work suspension due to weather, fire danger, or winter conditions carries no compensation, and contractors are responsible for all postage and compliance with marking requirements.