AK-BETHEL ADMIN SITE-WINDOW REPLACEMENT
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking qualified Total Small Business contractors for window overhaul and replacement services at the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge in Bethel, AK. This Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract, estimated between $250,000 and $325,000, involves replacing existing windows in nine government residential houses. Proposals are due March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will be responsible for:
- Removing existing upstairs window frames and panes from nine two-story housing units.
- Assessing and repairing rough openings for water damage, including structural framing and waterproofing.
- Installing new, insulated fiberglass tilt-turn style windows that meet Energy Star and 2012 IECC standards.
- Replacing existing wooden windowsills with solid waterproof material.
- Re-trimming the interior and exterior of windows to match existing structures.
- Repairing or reinstalling damaged exterior vinyl siding.
- Disposing of all removed window frames and panes, including payment of Bethel dump fees.
- Ensuring at least one window per bedroom meets emergency egress requirements.
- All work must comply with federal, state, and local codes (IBC, NEC, NFPA 101, ADA/ABA).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Estimated Magnitude: $250,000.00 - $325,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 236118 (Residential Remodelers, $45.0M size standard)
- Period of Performance: 138 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP), anticipated May 15, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Yukon Delta NWR Headquarters, Bethel, AK.
- Bonds: Bid bond required. Payment bonds for awards over $35,000. Performance and Payment bonds for awards over $150,000, due within 10 calendar days after award.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to terrence_anderson@fws.gov. The proposal package must include a signed solicitation, detailed price proposal, technical capability/approach, past performance/experience, current representations and certifications (SAM.gov), and bonding information. Evaluation will be based on technical approach and price, with non-price factors approximately equal in importance to price. Award will be made to a responsible source.
Key Dates
- Site Visits: Thursday, February 5, 2026, 2:00 PM (AK) and Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:00 PM (AK).
- Question Deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Proposal Due: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 12:00 PM PST/CST.
Additional Notes
Contractors must be licensed and qualified, with a preference for those experienced in remote Alaska. Offerors are responsible for confirming all field measurements and ensuring pricing is all-inclusive. Active SAM.gov registration is required by the time of award.