56--GRSM GRAVEL FOR PARK ROADS

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0001 is issued to attach updated clauses to the solicitation/synopsis.

• The due date for offers remains March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• Updated clauses are attached to the solicitation.

• The proposal deadline remains unchanged: March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT.

• The period of performance is from 04/01/2026 to 09/30/2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an amendment that updates clauses and provisions within the solicitation. Key changes include:

• Section A: Updates to various clauses and terms and conditions, including:
  • A.4 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Nov 2021)
  • A.5 52.204-29 Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders—Representation and Disclosure (Dec 2023)
  • A.6 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (May 2024) (Deviation FEB 2025)
  • A.7 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023)
  • A.8 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Oct 2025)
  • A.9 52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity—Separately Priced Line Item (March 1989)
  • A.10 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (Oct 2022) (Deviation OCT 2022)
  • A.11 52.244-6 Subcontractors for Commercial Products & Commercial Services (Oct 2025)
  • A.12 1452.204-70 Release of Claims – Department of the Interior
  • A.13 1452.228-70 Liability Insurance – Department of the Interior
• Section L: Instructions, Conditions, and Notice to Offeror (SEPT 2023) (TAILORED)
• Section M: Evaluation Factors for Award

Sections A, L, and M of the solicitation have been updated or modified.

Bidders must review the updated clauses and provisions, particularly those related to representations, certifications, contract terms, limitations on subcontracting, and evaluation factors, to ensure their proposals comply with the revised requirements. Specific attention should be paid to the updated FAR clauses listed in Section A.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the National Park Service (NPS) at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The government is procuring tailgate spread gravel for park roads.

• Supply, deliver, and tailgate spread gravel.

• The specific type of gravel is not detailed beyond "tailgate spread gravel."

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the acquisition is 100% small business set-aside.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Via email to Ashley_Warcewicz@nps.gov.

• Vendor Questions Cut-off Date: March 15, 2026, by 5:00 PM EST.

• Questions/Quotes Submission Email: Ashley_Warcewicz@nps.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in the provided pages, but typically includes technical capability, price, and past performance.

• This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 212321 (Construction Sand and Gravel Mining).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award.

• The contracting office will not provide hardcopies or email copies of the solicitation. No phone calls.

• Funds for some options may not be presently available but are expected to become available.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure aggregate base course (TDOT Class A, Grade D Base or NCDOT (ABC) Aggregate Base Coarse 1") for use in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, spanning areas in Tennessee and North Carolina. The government reserves the right to award none, any, or all of the bid options.

• The solicitation includes (19) base bid items and (9) option bid items.

• Unit of issue is ton. Unit prices quoted must include hauling and stockpiling or tailgate spreading.

• Specific delivery locations and estimated quantities are detailed for each item.

• Gravel will be spread under the direction of a park equipment operator at most locations.

• Equipment used must be pressure washed prior to arrival to prevent the introduction of non-native plant species.

• All loaded trucks and trailers must be covered (tarped).

• The contractor shall take measures to prevent soil erosion and pollution.

• All quarry material must come from an approved source.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract based on unit prices.

• Period of Performance: 180 calendar days (April 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026).

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• This announcement is the only solicitation; quotations are required to be completed and submitted via fax or mail.

• A written solicitation will not be issued.

• Quotes are due by an unspecified date.

• NAICS Code: 423320

• The document references FAR Subpart 12.6 and includes clauses related to commercial items and potential set-asides (e.g., 52.219-4), but specific set-aside information is not detailed.

• Quantities specified are estimates only.

• The Contracting Officer may order removal/replacement of unsatisfactory equipment at the Contractor's expense.

• Roads must remain passable to traffic during operations.

• The Contracting Officer has the authority to stop deliveries due to weather or road conditions.

• The Contractor is responsible for any damage to government property.

• Approved aggregate sources are listed, as well as sources not to use.

• Point of Contact: Steve Shuler, COR, 828-736-2762.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a contractor price schedule for the FY 2026 Gravel procurement for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It details the specific types and estimated quantities of gravel required, along with locations for delivery or stockpiling.

• Material: Primarily TDOT Class A, Grade D Base or NCDOT (ABC) Aggregate Base Coarse 1”.
• Locations: Various park roads and maintenance areas, including Hyatt Lane, Sparks Lane, Greenbrier Road, Cades Cove, and others.
• Delivery Method: Specified as either 'Stockpiled' or 'Tailgate Spread' at the designated locations.
• Estimated Quantities: Quantities are listed in tons for each item and location.
• Pricing: Columns are provided for 'Price per ton' and 'Total For Item', intended for bidders to complete.
• Base and Option Items: The schedule distinguishes between base requirements and optional items.
• Special Notes: Some items on Balsam Mountain Road and Ramsey Cascade Road specify that work 'MAY Need To Be Done With A Single Axle Dumptruck'.

This pricing sheet is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of materials and services required for the FY 2026 gravel procurement. Bidders must use this document to calculate and submit their proposed pricing per ton and total costs for each line item, both for base requirements and any optional items. The specified locations and delivery methods are essential for accurate cost estimation and logistical planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a template for reporting on the Limitation on Subcontracting (LOS) requirements for government contracts. It is designed to help contractors track and report their compliance with the portion of contract work performed by their own employees versus the portion subcontracted.

• Contract Information: Fields for Contract Number (PIID), Type of Set Aside, and Total Contract Value/Ceiling.
• Performance Period: Dates for which the report is being submitted.
• Type of Service: Categorization of services provided.
• Payment Tracking: Sections to detail amounts paid to the prime contractor, Similarly Situated Subcontractors (SSS), and Non-Similarly Situated Subcontractors (NSS) during the performance period.
• Limitation on Subcontracting Percentage Calculation: A formula is provided to calculate the percentage of work performed by the prime and NSS subcontractors relative to the total amount paid to the prime.
• Templates for Contracts and Individual Task Orders: Separate sheets or sections are provided for reporting on the overall contract and for individual task orders within Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts.

Bidders should use this template to understand the reporting requirements for subcontracting limitations. It helps in planning their subcontracting strategy and ensuring compliance with federal regulations, particularly for small business set-aside contracts. Familiarity with this template is crucial for accurate proposal development and post-award contract management.