Z2FA--USCG Outer Banks Housing Deck and Stair Replacement

Solicitation 70Z08126QELIZ0019 is a firm-fixed-price contract issued by the Department of Homeland Security, specifically the USCG Base Elizabeth City, for the demolition, removal, and replacement of decks and stairs at USCG Outer Banks housing sites in North Carolina. This project is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238350, with a size standard of $19 million. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment to replace framing components, including girders, joists, handrails, and decking, while reusing existing pilings where structurally sound. Performance is scheduled to begin around September 14, 2026, with a duration of 150 workdays, and must be completed within the specified period of performance. The contract is awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, where technical capability is evaluated on a pass/fail basis before price is considered. Contractors must comply with various federal regulations, including OSHA safety standards, EPA environmental requirements, and the Davis-Bacon Act, which mandates prevailing wage rates for residential construction in Dare County. Mandatory requirements include the provision of performance and payment bonds, as well as adherence to specific packaging and marking instructions for materials. Invoicing must be conducted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Bids are due by August 25, 2026, and the solicitation has been updated through Amendment 00002 to provide final clarifications regarding materials and bidding processes.