Z--KNRI REPLACE VC SANITARY PLUMBING/SEPTIC
Overview
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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) Contracting Operations (ConOps) Central is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for construction services to replace the septic system at the Knife River Historic Indian Village in Stanton, North Dakota. This will be a Firm-Fixed Price Invitation for Bids (IFB) using a sealed bid process, with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The project is set aside for 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
Scope of Work
The project entails the replacement of the existing septic system, which was installed in 1992 and has experienced failures. Key requirements include:
- Replacement of all exterior sanitary plumbing infrastructure for the Visitor Center building.
- Replacement of select indoor plumbing piping and construction of new interior sewer piping below both floors.
- Reworking of the exterior lift station and valve vault with new components.
- Installation of a new exterior septic system, including tank(s), cleanouts, distribution box, and absorption trenches.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
- Period of Performance: 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Work impacting the existing system must be completed after Labor Day.
- Estimated Value: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction).
- Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.
- Formal Solicitation Anticipated: On or about May 15, 2026.
- Responses Due: Approximately 30 days after the IFB issue date.
- Anticipated Close Date: June 22, 2026 (specific date and time to be announced in the solicitation).
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This opportunity is a 100% ISBEE set-aside. Offerors must have a UEI number, be registered and active in SAM.gov, and have completed Online Representations and Certifications by the solicitation close date. Construction Wage Rate Requirements for Pennington County will apply.
Submission & Evaluation
The formal solicitation with construction specifications will be posted on SAM.gov. Hardcopies or emailed copies will not be provided. Award will be based on a sealed bid process.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation announcement; a formal solicitation will follow. Site visit information will be provided when the solicitation is posted.
Point of Contact
Joseph Kirk, Contracting Officer Email: joseph_kirk@nps.gov Phone: 605.574.0510