48--BLRI - REPLACE DEFECTIVE 8' PIV VALVE

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0001) extends the solicitation response deadline to January 27, 2026, at 1500 EST.

• A site visit is scheduled for January 22, 2026. Interested offerors must email jordan_hatfield@nps.gov to coordinate attendance.

• The amendment includes an attachment for a Post Indicator Valve (PIV).

• Responses to vendor questions are provided:

  • Clarification on PIV installation: The PIV is installed underground, not 8 feet above grade, and uses a telescoping indicator.
  • Confirmation that an 8-inch barrel or valve body is required for replacement.
  • Confirmation that excavation and backfill are required. Contractors must coordinate utility surveys and comply with all applicable requirements.

• The Period of Performance is now February 2, 2026, to April 4, 2026.

• Solicitation deadline

• Site visit scheduling

• PIV specifications and installation details

• Excavation and backfill requirements

• Period of Performance

• Proposal deadline extended to January 27, 2026.

• Site visit attendance is required for coordination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides technical specifications and material details for the AMERICAN AVK TELESCOPIC INDICATOR POST, model 34/0X. It is intended to inform potential bidders about the product's capabilities, dimensions, and material composition.

• Product: Telescopic Indicator Post (34/0X)
• Valve Sizes: Compatible with gate valves from 2 1/2" to 24".
• Use: Designed to fit gate valves with a post indicator mounting plate and a 2" square wrench nut.
• Materials: Details standard materials for various components (e.g., Ductile iron ASTM A536, 304 Stainless steel, cold-drawn steel, PVC Pipe, Bronze, Aluminum, Polycarbonate).
• Optional Extras: Specifies options for bolting material (Stainless Steel - 316) and stem lengths (to various bury depths).
• Approvals: Lists UL/ULC Listed (4"-24") and FM Approved (4"-16") certifications, with specific notes for smaller sizes.
• Dimensions: Provides Valve Height (H1) and Bury Depth (H2) for various valve sizes.
• Component List: Includes a detailed list of numbered components with their corresponding names.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific technical requirements and material specifications of the indicator post. It helps in determining product suitability, compliance with standards, and potential integration with existing gate valves. The detailed dimensions and component list are essential for accurate proposal preparation and ensuring the proposed solution meets the opportunity's needs.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4369, Revision No. 29) for the Service Contract Act. It lists occupational codes, titles, and corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits required for various job classifications within North Carolina, specifically for the counties of Buncombe, Henderson, and Madison. The document also includes information on hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the conformance process for additional classifications.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor bidding on or performing a service contract in the specified North Carolina counties. It establishes the minimum wages and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under the contract, ensuring compliance with the Service Contract Act. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their proposals to ensure they are competitive and compliant. The document also outlines specific conditions for hazardous duty pay, uniform allowances, and the procedure for establishing wage rates for job classifications not explicitly listed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of a defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV) at the Mountain View Road location within the Blueridge Parkway, managed by the National Park Service (NPS). The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary supervision, labor, equipment, testing, and supplies to complete this replacement.

• Replacement of a defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV).

• Restoration of the fire suppression system to full operational condition.

• Compliance with all applicable requirements in the Specifications, including NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 standards.

• Use of qualified personnel experienced in commercial fire protection system inspection, maintenance, and valve replacement.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a solicitation for commercial items.

• Period of Performance: January 27, 2026, to March 29, 2026.

• Delivery Date: March 29, 2026.

• Technical acceptability will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis. Failure to meet any requirement in the Specifications will result in a Fail rating and ineligibility for award.

• Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• The Government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed necessary.

• Offer due date: January 22, 2026, at 1500 EST.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are solicited only from small business concerns. Quotations received from concerns that are not small business concerns shall not be considered.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 238220, with a size standard of $19 million in annual gross receipts for the past three years.

• The solicitation includes various FAR clauses incorporated by reference, covering terms and conditions, representations, certifications, and payment requirements.

• An attachment titled "Statement of Work" (Attachment 001) and "DOL WD 2015-4369" (Attachment 002) are referenced.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This SOW details the requirements for the removal and replacement of a defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV) on the fire suppression system at the Vinton Maintenance Facility. The PIV is critical for controlling the main water source to the building for fire suppression.

• The work site is a single-story office/sign shop building located on the Blue Ridge Parkway property or exterior of the building. The building will be occupied during the contract.

• The contract includes base work such as:

  • Scheduling a site assessment and a utility survey with Roanoke County, VA.
  • Performing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) on the water system.
  • Removing and disposing of the existing PIV and associated piping.
  • Providing and installing a new 8-foot PIV and associated piping.
  • Ensuring all piping is tightened and the system is reconnected.
  • Restoring water pressure and verifying no leaks in the entire fire suppression system.
  • Confirming proper system water pressure.
  • Filling, grading, and leveling all disturbed areas, and seeding with a specified BLRI grass seed mix.
  • Cleaning up the work area.
  • Verifying operation of the new PIV.

• All work and materials must be new, compatible with the existing system, and approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

• OSHA guidelines for underground work must be followed.

• The project site is located at 2551 Mountain View Rd, Vinton, VA 24179.

• All work must be completed by January 31, 2026.

• Work performance hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM - 4:30 PM.

• The Contractor shall furnish all necessary supervision, personnel, equipment, transportation, materials, and incidentals.

• Proof of liability insurance for all personnel is required.

• Materials must be stored at the work location.

• The work site is not protected and is open with no fencing.

• The Contractor must maintain a clean work area and provide a safe bypass for employees.

• A minimum 1-year warranty against defects and a 5-year warranty for workmanship are required.

• Required submittals include Contractor Liability Insurance and Warranty Information.

• Closeout submittals include a binder with manufacturer product information and cut-sheets for installed materials.

• Seed Mix Designs for Hydroseeding (Elevations Above and Below 2,500 Feet) for September 1 to March 1, including rates for Broadcast Seeding.