J. Strom Thurmond Lake - Park Attendant

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W912HN26QA004) is for services related to campgrounds. The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Services for Petersburg Campground (Item 0001) and Winfield Campground (Item 0002).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for both.

• Option 1: Petersburg Campground (Item 0003).

• Option 2: Winfield Campground (Item 0004).

• Base Year Period of Performance: March 18, 2026 to September 15, 2026.

• Option Year 1 Period of Performance: March 24, 2027 to September 14, 2027.

• Offer Due Date: February 13, 2025, 09:00 AM.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including but not limited to:

  • 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
  • 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.
  • Various other FAR and DFARS clauses related to compliance, reporting, and business ethics.

• This acquisition is a Small Business set-aside.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses that bidders must review for compliance.

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

This document outlines the Statement of Work for Gatehouse Attendant and additional Caretaker Services for the Petersburg and Winfield Campgrounds for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Provide Gatehouse Attendant and Caretaker Services for Petersburg and Winfield Campgrounds.

• Duties include managing gatehouse operations, collecting user fees, assisting visitors, maintaining facilities, and performing general cleaning and upkeep.

• Specific tasks include unlocking/locking entrance gates, managing reservations via the R1S system, distributing information, conducting campground inspections, and handling user fees.

• Caretaker responsibilities include cleaning impact sites, playgrounds, beaches, boat ramps, roadways, bathrooms, and pit toilets.

• Base Year: March 18, 2026 to September 15, 2026

• Option Year 1: March 24, 2027 to September 14, 2027

• Services are to be performed at Petersburg and Winfield Campgrounds.

• Attendants must maintain a professional appearance and provide courteous service.

• Performance will be evaluated based on adherence to the Scope of Work, safety regulations, and government policies.

• Failure to meet requirements can lead to contract termination.

• A two-person contracting team is required, with members of legal age and residing in the state where work is performed.

• Contractors must attend a mandatory pre-work conference.

• Specific requirements for personal appearance, uniform, and conduct are detailed.

• Contractors must provide proof of insurance and a $5,000 bond.

• Alcohol, weapons, and smoking/vaping are restricted within the park.

• Government-provided property (computers, phones) must be used appropriately and maintained.

• Contractors are responsible for supplying office and cleaning supplies.

• RVs used for housing must meet specific government approval criteria.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services to provide park attendant services for J. Strom Thurmond Lake. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and quotes are being requested. A written solicitation will not be issued. The acquisition will utilize Simplified Procedures pursuant to FAR 13.1.

• Provide park attendant services for J. Strom Thurmond Lake.

• Services are for Petersburg and Winfield Campgrounds.

• Period of Performance:

  • Base Year 2026: March 18 to September 15 (134 days)
  • Option Year 1 2027: March 24 to September 14 (128 days)

• Contract type is not explicitly stated, but award will be made to the lowest priced, responsible, responsive quote.

• Submission Deadline: January 6, 2026, at 9:00 am Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to Alicia Scott (alicia.d.scott@usace.army.mil) and Glenda Canty (glenda.a.canty@usace.army.mil).

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsible, responsive quote that meets or exceeds requirements. Technical acceptability will be determined by Past Performance and Contractor/Partner Experience.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Quote Due Date: January 13, 2026, 9:00 am EST (Note: Page 2 states Jan 6, Page 6 states Jan 13. Page 6 is the RFQ form, which is likely the definitive date).
  • Questions Due: No later than 11:00 a.m. EST, four business days prior to quote due date.

• This solicitation is 100% Small Business Set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 721211 (size standard $10,000,000.00).

• Prospective awardees must be registered and active in the SAM database.

• Offerors must bid on both the Base Year and Option Year for each campground.

• Quotes must meet specifications in the Statement of Work (SOW) to be eligible for award.

• Submissions must include: Active SAM registration, Request for Quote Document, Attachments 1 (Contractor Information Sheet), 2 (Previous Experience), 3 (Other Work Experience), and BID Schedule. An official Company Quote Form with specific information is also required.

• Past Performance information should demonstrate recent (within 5 years) and relevant experience, limited to 1 page per project, for up to five contracts or work-related experiences.

• Technical acceptability will be based on Past Performance and Contractor/Partner Experience, including resumes for individuals and a signed commitment letter from the partner.