C--Midwest Region Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Services IDIQ

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the NPS IQIQ Midwest Region solicitation (Solicitation Number: 140P2026R0039).

• Project Completion: Projects must be "completed" at the time of submission, referring to the completion of professional design services, not necessarily construction.
• SF330 Structure: Factor 1a (Specialized Experience) is in Section F, while Factor 1b (Technical Competence and Quality Control) and Factor 3 are in Section H. Factor 2 (Past Performance) is a combination of CPARs and PPQs associated with projects in Section F and Attachment 1.
• Page Limits: Section H has a 40-page limit. Section E resumes are limited to 3 pages each. Section F and Attachment 1 do not have separate page limits beyond the overall submission.
• Subcontractors: Subcontractor requirements pertain only to the Prime contractor.
• CPARs/PPQs: Firms do not need to submit CPARs; the Contracting Officer will pull them. PPQs should be submitted for each project identified. If a CPARS is not available, a PPQ can be submitted. Previously completed PPQs from prior proposals are acceptable.
• Set-Aside: This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The NAICS code is 541330 - Engineering Services, with an SBA size standard of $26 million.
• Geographic Coverage: Primary coverage includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio. Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan are also included in primary coverage. Secondary coverage is nationwide.
• Verifiable Documentation: For professional qualifications, verifiable documentation (e.g., copies of advanced degrees, licenses) should be referenced in resumes and made available upon request, not necessarily included in the initial submission.

These clarifications address key aspects of proposal preparation, including project selection, document structure, submission requirements, and evaluation factors. The NAICS code has been updated to 541330.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the NPS IQIQ Midwest Region solicitation (Solicitation Number: 140P2026R0039).

• Project Completion: "Completed" refers to the completion of professional design services, not necessarily construction.
• Subcontractor Submissions: Subcontractors are not required to provide Sec. F project summary sheets; this information pertains to the Prime contractor.
• Small Business Set-Aside: The solicitation is confirmed as a Small Business Set-Aside.
• CPARS and PPQs: Firms do not need to submit CPARS; the Contracting Officer will pull this information. Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) should be submitted for each identified project. If a CPARS is not available, a PPQ should be submitted. Previously completed PPQs from prior proposals are acceptable.
• Geographic Coverage: Primary coverage includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio. Secondary coverage is nationwide, but projects outside the primary coverage are rare. Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan are also included in primary coverage.
• SF330 Structure: Factor 1a (Specialized Experience) is in Section F, and Factor 1b (Technical Competence and Quality Control) is in Section H. The overall page limit for Section H is 40 pages. Section F and Attachment 1 projects do not have to be the same, and additional projects can be listed in the Attachment 1 Excel file for past performance evaluation.
• NAICS Code and Size Standard: The solicitation is under NAICS 541330 - Engineering Services, with a size standard of $26 million.
• Environmental Engineering: Firms should consider all aspects of environmental engineering, including water and wastewater management, air pollution, waste management, EA's, and EIS.

These clarifications address key aspects of proposal preparation, including project selection, submission requirements, evaluation factors, and set-aside status, providing vendors with necessary details to formulate their responses.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the NPS IQIQ Midwest Region solicitation (Solicitation Number: 140P2026R0039).

• Specialized Experience & Technical Competence (Factor 1): Confirmations were provided regarding the number of projects to include in Section F of the SF330 and how Factor 1b (Technical Competence and Quality Control) relates to Section H.
• Past Performance (Factor 2): Clarifications were made on whether projects in Section H should be additional to Section F, how write-ups should be handled, and the requirement for CPARS evaluations versus Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs). It was confirmed that PPQs should be presented for each project, and the Contracting Officer will obtain CPARS. Section F and Section H should represent the same projects.
• Subcontractors: Subcontractor information is only required for the Prime contractor.
• Geographic Coverage: The primary coverage areas are listed, with secondary coverage being nationwide, though rare for projects outside the primary areas.
• Set-Aside: The solicitation is confirmed as a Small Business Set-Aside.
• "Completed" Projects: The term "completed" refers to the completion of design services, not necessarily construction.
• SF330 Format: Firms can use their own customized SF330 forms but must comply with the SF330 Rev 7/2021 from the GSA website. Specific guidance was provided on adding subcontractors and additional pages.
• Page Limits: A 40-page limit applies to Section H overall, and Section E resumes are limited to 3 pages. Section F project examples do not have a separate page limit beyond the overall submission.
• CPARS/PPQs: Firms should submit PPQs for projects without CPARS. NPS will pull CPARS reports. PPQs from previous submissions are acceptable if they meet age requirements. PPQs are not counted towards the Section H 40-page limit.
• Environmental Engineering: All aspects of environmental engineering should be considered, with firms demonstrating experience in all aspects being rated higher.
• Project Types: Services will generally specialize in contemporary and/or historic architecture.

These clarifications provide essential details for bidders to accurately prepare and submit their proposals, particularly concerning project selection, documentation requirements (SF330, CPARS, PPQs), page limitations, and evaluation factors.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel file contains information related to private sector submissions for a project. It appears to be a template or data collection sheet intended for vendors to provide project details.

• Sheet: Private Sector Submission: This sheet includes columns for Project Name/Client, Project Description, Dollar Value, Period of Performance, Key Metrics/Outcomes, Client Contact Information, and Relevance to NAICS 541310.
• Sheet: Guidance: This sheet likely contains instructions or guidelines for completing the 'Private Sector Submission' sheet.

Bidders should use the 'Private Sector Submission' sheet to provide specific details about their projects, potentially for a capabilities assessment or past performance evaluation. The 'Guidance' sheet will offer instructions on how to accurately and completely fill out the required information. This document is crucial for vendors to understand what information the government is requesting regarding their capabilities and past performance.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding Solicitation Number: 140P2026R0039 for the NPS IQIQ Midwest Region.

• Specialized Experience & Technical Competence (Factor 1): Confirmations were provided regarding the number of projects (5-10) to be included in Section F of the SF330, and that Factor 1b (Technical Competence and Quality Control) is to be included in Section H, while Factor 1a (Specialized Experience) remains in Section F.
• Past Performance (Factor 2): Clarifications were made that projects listed in Section F and Section H should be the same. Write-ups for selected projects go in Section H and are part of the 40-page limit. CPARs/PPQs should be presented for each project, with the Contracting Officer obtaining CPARs through the system.
• Subcontractors: Subconsultants/subcontractors are not required to provide separate project summary sheets; this information pertains to the Prime contractor only.
• Small Business Set-Aside: The solicitation is confirmed as a Small Business Set-Aside.
• Environmental Engineering: Bidders should consider all aspects of environmental engineering, including water and wastewater management, air pollution, waste management, EA's, and EIS. Firms demonstrating experience in all aspects will be rated higher.
• Geographic Coverage: Primary coverage areas include North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio. Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan are also included in primary coverage. Secondary coverage is nationwide, but projects outside primary coverage will be rare.
• Professional Qualifications: Verifiable documentation for professional qualifications (licenses, advanced degrees) should be referenced in resumes and made available upon request, not submitted as part of the Section H 40-page limit.
• Excel Spreadsheet: An Excel spreadsheet (Attachment #1) for supporting documentation will not count towards the 40-page limit in Section H.

These clarifications provide specific guidance on proposal content, format, and evaluation factors, particularly concerning the SF330 submission, past performance documentation, and geographic scope. Bidders should ensure their proposals align with these detailed responses.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation synopsis (Request for Qualifications) for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Services for the Midwest Region (MWR) of the National Park Service (NPS). The procurement is being conducted under the Brooks Act and FAR Subpart 36.6. Firms responding will be considered for selection for this IDIQ contract.

• The contract will support a broad range of A&E projects throughout the Midwest Region, including North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio.

• Services will predominantly specialize in contemporary and/or historic architecture.

• Firms must demonstrate expertise in various disciplines including architecture, landscape architecture, civil, electrical, environmental, fire protection, geotechnical, mechanical, sanitary, and structural engineering.

• Additional disciplines for non-Key Personnel include archeology, ABAAS, cost engineering, environmental compliance, geology, industrial hygiene, interior design, and more.

• Project types include planning, analysis, compliance, environmental & engineering services, architectural & design services, historic preservation & cultural projects, infrastructure & civil projects, systems & utilities, and residential, recreational & specialized facilities.

• Required services include AutoCAD drafting, BIM, Revit, GIS, project scheduling, and potentially hazardous material abatement and restoration.

• This is a Firm-Fixed Price contract.

• The contract will be awarded as a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) IDIQ.

• The base contract period is five years.

• The total of all task orders under this IDIQ pool shall not exceed $150,000,000 aggregate.

• The maximum ordering limitation for each awarded contract is $150,000,000.

• Task orders shall not exceed $10,000,000.

• The guaranteed minimum for the life of the contract is $5,000.

• Firms must submit an official GSA SF 330 form.

• The submission deadline is May 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.

• All responses must be submitted electronically via email.

• Evaluation will be based on five factors: Specialized Experience and Technical Competence, Past Performance, Capacity, Knowledge of the Geographic Location, and Professional Qualification.

• Following initial evaluation, at least three of the most highly qualified firms will be interviewed.

• After interviews, at least three highly qualified firms will be selected for negotiations for the IDIQ contract.

• Phase II will involve issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to the top firms for proposal submission and negotiation.

• This procurement is being solicited as a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• The NAICS Code is 541310 – Architectural Services.

• The SBA size standard is $12.5 million.

• Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• All questions must be submitted via email by April 15, 2026, to Stormy Gallagher at stormy_gallagher@nps.gov. Responses will be posted on SAM.gov.

• Firms must demonstrate familiarity with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Archeology and Historic Preservation, ABAAS, and sustainable design principles.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 330 (SF330), "Architect-Engineer Qualifications." It is used by federal agencies to obtain information from architect-engineer (A-E) firms regarding their professional qualifications for A-E contracts. The form is used to evaluate firms based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications.

• Part I - Contract-Specific Qualifications: Collects information for a specific contract, including contract details, point of contact, proposed team members (firms and roles), organizational chart, resumes of key personnel, and example projects that illustrate the team's capabilities.
• Part II - General Qualifications: Collects general qualifications for a firm or a specific branch office, including firm details, ownership, small business status, employee disciplines, firm experience, and annual average revenues.
• Experience Categories and Disciplines: Provides extensive lists of codes and descriptions for various professional disciplines and experience categories to be used when completing the form.

This form is essential for any A-E firm seeking to bid on federal contracts requiring architectural or engineering services. Bidders must accurately and thoroughly complete this form to demonstrate their qualifications, team capabilities, and relevant project experience to the contracting agency. It is the primary document used for evaluating and selecting A-E firms.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended to gather feedback on an offeror's past performance for a specific contract. It is to be completed by the offeror (Sections A & B) and the reference provided by the offeror (Sections C & D). The information is considered Source Selection Sensitive.

Offeror Information: Company Name, Address, UEI, Point of Contact. Contract Information: Project Title, Contract Number, Contract Type, Awarded/Final Price, Award/Completion Dates, Period of Performance, Project Location, Client/Owner, Brief description of work. Reference Information: Name, Title, Organization, Phone, Email, Signature, Date. Evaluation Areas: Quality, Schedule (& Time Management), Cost Control, Management, Small Business Subcontracting (& Labor Standards), Regulatory Compliance. Each area includes specific questions and a rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory). Overall Recommendation & Comments: A final assessment of the contractor's ability to perform similar contracts. Return Instructions: Specifies the return deadline (12:00 PM Mountain Time, June 26, 2025) and the Contracting Officer's contact information (Stormy Gallagher, National Park Service – Denver Service Center).

This questionnaire is crucial for offerors to provide to their references. It outlines the specific information required to evaluate past performance, a key factor in source selection. Bidders must ensure their references can provide detailed and accurate feedback across all evaluation areas to support their proposal. The document also clarifies the submission deadline and the point of contact for returns.