Y--ACADIA NATIONAL PARK - OSPREY NESTING PLATFORMS

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 140P4326Q0004, "Installation of Osprey Nesting Platforms on Existing Power Poles at Acadia National Park," serves to provide responses to all questions received and to attach a list of attendees from the pre-bid site visit.

• Questions & Answers: Responses to five specific questions are incorporated, addressing nest deterrents, equipment limitations, nest material relocation, alternate access points, and snow removal for site access.

• Attachments: A list of attendees from the pre-bid site visit conducted on January 28, 2026, is attached.

• Period of Performance: The period of performance is now stated as 03/01/2026 to 04/04/2026.

• The amendment incorporates answers to vendor questions, which may affect proposal preparation.

• The list of attendees from the site visit is provided.

• The period of performance has been updated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a construction requirement at Acadia National Park in Winter Harbor, Maine. The National Park Service, Contracting Operations East, New England Major Acquisition Buying Office, is procuring the construction and installation of osprey nesting platforms on existing power poles. The estimated magnitude of the requirement is less than $25,000.

• Construct and install osprey nesting platforms on existing power poles.

• Detailed requirements are provided in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Start date is not later than 7 calendar days after notice to proceed, with completion by April 4, 2026.

• Estimated Magnitude: Less than $25,000.

• Proposals are due by 11:00 am ET on February 4, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to Jason_Albright@nps.gov.

• The Government will use the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Source Selection Process.

• Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Drawings/Specifications, Project Experience, Past Performance, and Price.

• A site visit is scheduled for January 28, 2026, at 11:00 am ET at Frazier Point Picnic Area, Winter Harbor, ME.

• NAICS code: 237130 – Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction.

• Small business size standard: $45.0 Million.

• Firms involved in developing the design or specifications are not eligible for award.

• Attachments include: Statement of Work, DOL Construction Wage Rate Determination, and Construction Contract Administration provision.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To install two Osprey nesting platforms on existing power poles within National Park Service-managed lands in Acadia National Park to support wildlife conservation and provide safe nesting sites for Ospreys.

• Provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision.

• Bond and ground existing power supply lines, coordinating with the National Park Service for generator power.

• Assess the structural integrity of two designated existing power poles for platform installation.

• Fabricate and install two Osprey nesting platforms designed by the contractor and approved by the contracting officer.

• Affix structures above existing lines on the same utility poles.

• Remove and save existing nesting materials for relocation to new platforms.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental protection standards, and utility coordination requirements.

• Power outages are limited to a maximum of 4 consecutive working days.

• Two poles located in the Schoodic District, Winter Harbor, Maine.

• Pole #1 (Coordinates: 44.357320, -68069560): Access via Frazer Creek entrance. Vehicular access for the first 1000 feet, with UTV/ATV permissible with approval. Cross arms need evaluation.

• Pole #2 (Coordinates: 44340947, -68056429): Vehicular access to Ranger Cabin Road, then UTV to the line. Walk-in possible from Schoodic Loop Road. This pole has an existing nest to be relocated.

• Two fully installed and secure Osprey nesting platforms.

• Final installation report with photos, installation date, and issues encountered.

• Documentation of coordination with utility providers.

• Start Date: March 1, 2026

• Completion Date: April 4, 2026

• Power via generator.

• All tools, equipment, materials, transportation, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Comply with OSHA safety standards.

• Follow guidelines from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for Osprey platforms.

• Keith Johnston, NPS Facility Manager, Acadia National Park (207-288-8750, Keith_Johnston@nps.gov)

Other / Unclassified

This document provides information regarding Construction Contract Administration. It references Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 36.211(b), which mandates agencies to describe their policies and procedures for the definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts. It also requires data on the time needed to finalize these adjustments.

This information is relevant to bidders as it outlines regulatory requirements for contract administration, specifically concerning change orders and equitable adjustments in construction contracts. It directs bidders to a specific URL for further details on these policies and procedures, which may impact how contracts are managed and how changes are handled post-award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for ME20260008, issued on 01/02/2026, which supersedes ME20250008. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringes for various construction labor classifications in Hancock County, Maine, specifically for Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories).

• Labor Classifications and Rates: Lists specific trades such as Ironworker, Laborer, Pipefitter, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Electrician, Operator (Backhoe, Crane), Painter, Sheet Metal Worker, Truck Driver, and Welder.
• Wage Rates and Fringes: Provides the hourly wage rate and corresponding fringe benefit rate for each classification.
• Effective Dates: Indicates the effective dates for the listed rates, which vary by classification (e.g., 09/16/2025, 12/01/2023, 08/01/2025, 01/31/2017).
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations related to these orders.
• Appeals Process: Details the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use this document to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on the construction project. This information is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs in their proposals and ensuring compliance with federal labor standards.