C--Multiple Award IDIQ- Professional Fire Protection Engineering and Fire Protecti
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), a component of the Department of the Interior (DOI), is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for an upcoming Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. This will be a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Professional Fire Protection Engineering and Fire Protection Related Facility Management Services. The solicitation is estimated to be issued on or about February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Architect-Engineer (A/E) Fire Protection Engineering and supporting services. Services will be provided for various NPS units across the United States, its territories and possessions, Puerto Rico, the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, and the District of Columbia. Work may be performed on-site at DOI locations or off-site at the contractor's facility. Firms must demonstrate the capability to acquire necessary professional licenses or certifications in required disciplines within 30 days of being notified of most highly qualified status.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Multiple Award IDIQ (anticipated two firm-fixed price contracts)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- NAICS: 541330 (Engineering Services), Size Standard: $25.5 million
- Estimated Value: $5 million per contract
- Estimated Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2031
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: February 16, 2026
- Funding Status: Currently unfunded, with high expectation of funds becoming available.
- Response Date: Not yet known; will be specified in the solicitation.
Evaluation
The procurement anticipates awarding two negotiated firm-fixed price IDIQ contracts. Proposals will require both technical and price submissions, with the government considering technical capability in comparison to price.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation announcement; no responses are required at this time. The solicitation will be issued electronically on SAM.gov. Interested vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov, including an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) with an "all awards" designation, to conduct business with the Federal Government. Small businesses are encouraged to seek subcontracting opportunities. The point of contact is Stephen Loftus at stephen_loftus@nps.gov or 202-354-2267.