BLRI - REPLACE DEFECTIVE 8' PIV VALVE
Overview
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Qualification Details
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 National Park Service (NPS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of a defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV) at the Mountain View Road location within the Blueridge Parkway, Vinton, VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary supervision, labor, equipment, testing, and supplies. Proposals are due by January 27, 2026, at 1500 EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the removal and replacement of a defective 8-foot PIV on the fire suppression system at the Vinton Maintenance Facility. The PIV is installed underground and uses a telescoping indicator, requiring an 8-inch barrel or valve body. Key tasks include:
- Scheduling a site assessment and utility survey.
- Performing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) on the water system.
- Removing and disposing of the existing PIV and associated piping.
- Providing and installing a new AMERICAN AVK TELESCOPIC INDICATOR POST (model 34/0X) and associated piping.
- Restoring the fire suppression system to full operational condition, including water pressure verification and leak checks.
- Excavation, backfill, grading, leveling, and seeding disturbed areas with BLRI grass seed mix.
- Compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 standards, and OSHA guidelines for underground work.
- A minimum 1-year warranty against defects and a 5-year warranty for workmanship are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Building Equipment Contractors) with a $19 million size standard.
- Period of Performance: February 2, 2026, to April 4, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: January 27, 2026, at 1500 EST.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for January 22, 2026. Interested offerors must email jordan_hatfield@nps.gov to coordinate attendance.
- Place of Performance: 2551 Mountain View Rd, Vinton, VA 24179.
Submission & Evaluation
Technical acceptability will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis; failure to meet specifications will result in ineligibility. Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.
Additional Notes
A U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4369, Revision No. 29) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to North Carolina counties, is included. Contractors must ensure compliance with all applicable wage rates. The primary contact is Arcoiris Cuetara-Higa (arcoiris_cuetara-higa@nps.gov).