Boardwalk Materials for Bear River Migratory Birds
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for Boardwalk Materials for the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge in Brigham City, UT. This is a materials-only requirement, with no services needed. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 22, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PDT).
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the procurement and delivery of specific boardwalk materials, including:
- Integral Railing: 316 stainless steel handrail, posts, cables, support brackets, hardware, and a toe board, meeting ABA/ADA requirements. Two four-foot gates are required for the west boardwalk.
- Lighting System: A complete LumenPod 16 by Wagner (or approved equal) lighting system for the boardwalk handrail. Lights must be corrosion-resistant, night sky compliant, LED (2700K or amber), ETL listed for wet/dry locations, 24V/100W, and rated for outdoor use (IP54).
- Boardwalk Decks: PermaTrak beachwood texture (or equal) with requirements for uniform loading, compressive strength, interlocking sections, and a ten-year warranty.
- Purchase Piles: 12" fiberglass composite driven piles (or equivalent) with a minimum 20' embedment depth, with specific quantities for both west and east boardwalks.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Contract.
- Period of Performance: Estimated from May 15, 2026, to September 15, 2026.
- Delivery: FOB Destination, by September 15, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 332311 (Size Standard: 750 Employees).
- Published Date: April 23, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: May 22, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PDT).
- Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to Justine_Coleman@ios.doi.gov.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the Lowest-Price Technically-Acceptable (LPTA) methodology.
- Questions: Submit written questions to Justine Coleman via email.
Additional Notes
Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete Online Representations and Certifications. The solicitation is posted on www.sam.gov. Attachments include Provisions and Clauses, Statement of Work, Specs, Drawings, Price Schedule, and a Data Entry Form.