F--CLEAR AND MAINTAIN SAND AT OCEAN BEACH

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140P8626Q0030 serves to answer vendor questions.

• Scope/Requirements: Clarification regarding the California Contractor's License requirement, which is a change from a previous solicitation (140P8626Q0026).

• Site Visit: Confirms that attendance at the previous site visit for 140P8626Q0026 is not required for the new solicitation, as it would be a repeat.

• Forms/Attachments: Directs bidders to Attachment #5 for clarification on the FAR 52.212-3 (v)(2)(i) provision and highlights a section needing completion.

• Period of Performance: Clarifies that the dates provided (05/18/2026 to 08/31/2026 in the RFQ and 05/11/2026 to 08/31/2026 in the PWS) are preferred dates. The final period of performance will be determined at the time of award.

• The amendment addresses questions that may impact proposal preparation, particularly regarding specific forms and the period of performance.

• No change to the proposal submission deadline is indicated in this amendment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, FAR 52.212-3, "Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services," is a standard provision used in solicitations for commercial items. It requires offerors to provide specific representations and certifications regarding their business status, capabilities, and compliance with various federal regulations.

• Definitions: Provides definitions for terms such as "covered telecommunications equipment or services," "economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concern," "inverted domestic corporation," and "restricted business operations."
• Representations and Certifications: Covers a wide range of topics including:
  • Annual Representations and Certifications (SAM.gov completion)
  • Small business status (including joint ventures, veteran-owned, SDVOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, HUBZone)
  • Representations related to Executive Order 11246 (Equal Opportunity)
  • Certification Regarding Payments to Influence Federal Transactions
  • Buy American Certificate and Free Trade Agreements
  • Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters (debarment, suspension, tax liability)
  • Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor
  • Place of manufacture
  • Service Contract Labor Standards
  • Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
  • Restricted business operations in Sudan
  • Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations and entities engaging with Iran
  • Ownership or Control of Offeror
  • Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony Conviction
  • Predecessor of Offeror
  • Public Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Reduction Goals
  • Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services

Offerors must carefully review and complete the applicable sections of this provision to ensure their offer is compliant. Failure to provide accurate and complete representations and certifications can result in disqualification or impact contract award. It is crucial for bidders to understand their business status and ensure they meet the criteria outlined in each section, particularly concerning small business designations, Buy American Act compliance, and other regulatory requirements.

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

To perform recurring sand management services at Ocean Beach, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco, California. The goal is to maintain safe visitor access and reduce excessive sand accumulation along the O'Shaughnessy Seawall and adjacent public access areas.

• Mechanical relocation of beach sand away from the O'Shaughnessy Seawall.

• Sand shall be graded from the base elevation at the first step of the seawall and pushed westward.

• Redistribution distances: Minimum 300 feet from stairwells 1-10, and minimum 400 feet from stairwells 10-15.

• Services include mobilization and operation of heavy equipment suitable for beach environments, mechanical pushing and redistribution of sand, maintaining grading tolerances, establishing visitor safety controls, providing environmental protection measures, daily housekeeping, and coordination with the COR for inspection and service verification.

• Project Location: Ocean Beach, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco, California.

• Work areas: Beach zone between Stairwells 1 through 15 (Base Bid).

• Period of Performance: 90 calendar days from issuance of the purchase order.

• Preferred performance window: May 11, 2026 – August 31, 2026.

• Services shall be performed under a Firm Fixed Price service contract.

• Contractor shall meet performance standards as verified by the COR.

• Contractor shall conduct operations in accordance with National Park Service regulations, Park Superintendent Compendium, and Federal, State, and Local laws.

• Authorized service hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday (Daylight hours only). Weekend or holiday work requires COR approval.

• Site Restrictions: Operate within designated service areas, use adjacent parking areas with permits, use only necessary equipment on the beach, do not fuel equipment on the beach, maintain clear emergency access routes.

• Protection of Historic Structures: Avoid contact damage, do not anchor or modify structures, immediately report damage, and repair damage at Contractor expense.

• Housekeeping: Maintain work areas in clean condition, remove trash daily, properly dispose of waste, prevent debris accumulation, and maintain safe conditions for visitors.

• Safety: Submit a Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) addressing heavy equipment operations, public safety controls, beach hazards, emergency procedures, and spill response. Personnel shall wear high visibility clothing, safety footwear, and hard hats where required. All PPE must meet ANSI requirements.

• Required Submittals prior to service start: Service Work Schedule, Equipment List, CARB compliance documentation, Site Specific Safety Plan, Spill Response Plan, Quality Control Plan.

• Contractor shall provide portable sanitation facilities, safety barricades, spill containment kits, equipment maintenance, and traffic cones and delineators. Government will not provide equipment or materials.

• Final Cleanup: Remove equipment, temporary facilities, debris, and restore disturbed areas.

• A site visit is required prior to submitting quotes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains photographic evidence and aerial imagery related to past sand management projects, likely intended to provide context or visual examples for potential bidders on a related opportunity. It includes images of heavy equipment operating on beaches, aerial views with marked areas and dimensions (e.g., '15-10 400'', '300''), and historical photographs of seawall construction.

• Aerial views of beach areas with overlaid dimensions and labels.
• Photographs of construction equipment (excavators, bulldozers) on sandy terrain.
• Historical images of seawall structures.

This attachment provides visual context for the type of work previously performed or the areas of interest for sand management. Bidders may use these images to better understand the scale, terrain, and historical infrastructure relevant to the opportunity.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in California, specifically for the counties of San Francisco and San Mateo. The document lists numerous job titles with corresponding occupational codes and their required hourly rates. It also includes notes regarding specific occupations, such as the 'Janitor' role, and outlines general benefits applicable to all listed occupations, including Health & Welfare, Vacation, and Holidays. Additionally, it details provisions for Executive Orders related to paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors, as well as procedures for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process).

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations that fall under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and are covered by this specific Wage Determination. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work on the contract. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws. Failure to adhere to these wage and benefit requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also clarifies how to handle occupations not explicitly listed in the determination through the conformance process.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for clearing and maintaining sand at Ocean Beach in Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco, California. The National Park Service intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

• Clearing and maintaining sand at Ocean Beach.

• Detailed requirements are provided in the attached Performance Work Statement (Attachment 001).

• Specific tasks include mobilization, preconstruction activities, submittals, safety plans, site setup, final restoration, cleanup, demobilization, mechanical sand relocation and grading, and visitor safety controls.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, through August 31, 2026

• Quotes must be submitted via email to patty_payne@ios.doi.gov by Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 5:00 pm PDT.

• The subject line for quote submissions should be "Quote 140P8626Q0030".

• Evaluation will be based on best value to the government, considering the following factors:

  • Price
  • Relevant Experience (construction projects within the last 3 years involving earth moving with heavy equipment)
  • Past Performance (projects within the last 5 years, including quality, efficiency, adherence to terms, timeliness, cooperativeness, customer satisfaction, and business relations)
  • California Contractor License (current and valid license is a favorable rating factor)

• All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This is a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• NAICS Code: 562910 (Remediation Services)

• Small Business Size Standard: $25 million per year in annual average receipts.

• Offerors must possess a current and valid California Contractor State License.

• A written solicitation will not be issued; this announcement is the only solicitation.

• FAR clauses and provisions are effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-05.

• Site visit information is provided on page 37, scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

• Attachments include Performance Work Statement, Photos, Wage Determination, and Technical Information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 4, a Technical Information Form, for RFQ No. 140P8626Q0030, "Clear and Maintain Sand at Ocean Beach." It requires bidders to provide specific information about their business, proposed team, and relevant experience.

• Quoter Information: Business Name, Address, UEI, Phone, Contact Name, and Signature.
• Contractor's Proposed Team: Confirmation of self-performance, indication of subcontractor use, and details of proposed subcontractors including their key trade.
• Self-Performed Work: Description of work activities if a subcontractor is used.
• Relevant Experience & Past Performance: Details of up to three past projects, including Project Title, Agency/Owner, Performance Period, Contract # (if known), $ Amount, a description of how the project is similar to the current requirement, and a Past Performance Reference (Name & Title, Phone Number, Email).

This form is crucial for bidders to complete and submit as part of their proposal. It allows the government to assess the bidder's qualifications, capacity, and experience relevant to the "Clear and Maintain Sand at Ocean Beach" requirement. Accurate and complete submission of this form is necessary for proposal evaluation.