56--CA- KERN NWR- SPREADING OF GRAVEL
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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is soliciting quotes for the procurement and spreading of 3/4" virgin gravel at the Kern National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in California. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity aims to maintain approximately 3.2 miles of dirt roads, ensuring accessibility during wet weather. Quotes are due by February 27, 2026, at 13:00 Central Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves providing approximately 1,280 tons of 3/4" virgin gravel and applying it evenly at 8 feet wide and 3 inches deep on identified project roads. The contractor will also utilize an existing gravel stockpile of approximately 610 tons provided by the refuge. All work must adhere to the material specifications outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW) and the attached BPA contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Request for Quote (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: Anticipated from March 2, 2026, through May 29, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 212321 (Small Business Size Standard: 500 Employees).
- PSC Code: 5610 (Mineral Construction Materials, Bulk).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by 13:00 Central Time on February 27, 2026.
- Submission Method: E-mail quotes to tanner_frank@fws.gov. The subject line must include the solicitation ID: 140FS126Q0033.
- Required Documents: Quotation on company letterhead or SF-1449 form, including SAM.gov UEI code, point of contact information, completed FAR provision 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications), and subcontractor information if applicable.
- Basis of Award: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Technical acceptability requires gravel to meet specifications and vendors to confirm delivery capability.
Eligibility & Notes
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, and only responsible small business sources registered in SAM may submit a quote. Subcontractor information must be provided to avoid non-responsiveness.