Z--HVAC, Insulation and Electrical Upgrades

The National Park Service, through its Ohio Major Acquisition Buying Office, is soliciting quotes for a firm-fixed price contract to upgrade the HVAC system, remove and install insulation, and replace the outdated electrical panel at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in St. Croix Falls, WI. The project, identified by solicitation number 140P6426Q0064, is set aside 100% for total small businesses under NAICS code 236118 with a size standard of $45 million, and must be performed by a small business certified as such. Work must be completed within 90 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, which will be issued after October 5, 2026, with final delivery required by January 5, 2027. Contractors must provide all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to meet specifications including the installation of a dedicated 50-amp breaker, combination of range and dryer subbreakers into the new panel, modification of existing conduits, removal of attic insulation, and replacement with closed-cell foam insulation. Technical submittals must include shop drawings, material specifications, test reports, as-built drawings, a warranty of construction, schedule of values, safety plan, quality control plan, and subcontractor certifications. The contract incorporates FAR clauses for changes, warranty, termination for convenience and default, Buy American requirements, and liability insurance specific to the Department of the Interior, with deviations noted for certain clauses effective in 2025 and 2026. The contractor must comply with St. Croix County, WI construction wage rates as outlined in the attached wage determination and adhere to all federal labor standards and safety requirements. All quotes must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer by July 7, 2026, and must include an itemized breakdown using the provided bid schedule, with pricing rounded to the nearest dollar. Submission requires an active UEI and SAM registration with completed online representations and certifications by the close date. The government will evaluate proposals based on technical capability, prior experience with similar projects within the past five years, and price fairness and reasonableness on a best-value basis. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 23, 2026, and contractors are prohibited from contacting any government personnel except the designated contracting officer or specialist. Payments will be processed electronically through the Treasury’s IPP system and require signed pay applications with supporting invoice documentation.