GLAC BOAT ENGINE REPAIR
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
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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 National Park Service (NPS), specifically Glacier National Park, is soliciting proposals for boat engine repair services for a Boston 27 vessel. This is a firm-fixed-price contract issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) #140P1426Q0034. The primary goal is to restore the vessel's safe and reliable operational capability by repairing and replacing its lower unit assembly. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM MT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, supervision, and transportation to:
- Remove and Replace: The existing lower unit assembly with a new, compatible unit, ensuring proper alignment.
- Gear Lube Service: Drain and refill with manufacturer-recommended gear lube.
- Water Pump Service: Remove, replace, or service the water pump as needed.
- Operational Testing: Conduct a run test to verify proper installation, performance, shifting, cooling water flow, and absence of abnormal issues. All materials must be new and meet OEM specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Anticipated March 4, 2026, through April 4, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 811198 - All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance (Small Business Size Standard: $10M)
- Offers Due: February 27, 2026, by 12:00 PM MT
- Questions Due: February 25, 2026, by 12:00 PM MT
- Published Date: February 23, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation considering Technical Capability, Prior Experience, Service Time, and Price. The selection will be made based on the highest perceived benefit to the Government. Price will be evaluated for reasonableness.
Additional Notes
- Submission Method: Offers must be emailed to barbara_glen@nps.gov.
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Place of Performance: Services will be performed at Glacier National Park (61 Scoyen Circle, West Glacier, MT 59936) or at the contractor's facility if within 75 miles, with NPS towing the vessel. If beyond 75 miles, services will be performed on-site at Glacier National Park.
- Wage Determination: Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-5401, Revision No. 27, applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for the specified Montana counties.
- Contact: Barbara Glen (barbara_glen@nps.gov, 303-345-1131).