HPTC NCR CEASAR RODNEY STATUE
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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), Washington Contracting Office, is seeking proposals for crane rental services to transport and install the bronze Caesar Rodney Equestrian Statue from New Castle, DE, to Freedom Plaza in Washington, DC. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ). Quotes are due by March 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for crane rental services including a qualified operator and riggers. Key tasks involve:
- Fabricating cribbing or support armature for statue stabilization during transport.
- Loading and transporting the statue from New Castle, DE, to Washington, DC.
- Installing the statue on a 10-foot pedestal at Freedom Plaza.
- Rigging and lifting the bronze statue without causing surface harm.
- Coordinating with NPS masons for anchor pin installation.
- Providing a site safety plan, including crane location drawings, underground utility mapping, and overhead hazard identification.
- Obtaining all necessary road closure, transport, and installation permits for Washington, DC.
- Providing equipment matting to protect existing surfaces and preventing hazardous material discharges.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 238990 – All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
- Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million
- Period of Performance: April 12, 2026, to April 30, 2026 (exact date TBD, likely a Saturday).
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: March 12, 2026, by 1:00 PM ET (email to brian_thornton@nps.gov).
- Quotes Due: March 20, 2026, by 2:00 PM ET (PDF format, email to brian_thornton@nps.gov).
- Offers must be valid for at least 90 days.
- Award Basis: Lowest price offer that is compliant, in accordance with FAR Part 13.
Additional Notes
Bidders must comply with OSHA 1926.550-Subpart N and other OSHA requirements, use certified operators, and provide a site safety plan. The contractor is responsible for site protection, obtaining permits, and maintaining liability insurance ($200k/$500k/$20k). Two Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determinations (2015-4215 for DE and 2015-4281 for DC/MD/VA) are included, which specify minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be incorporated into proposals.