M--Railroad Tie Replacement
Overview
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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 has awarded Wintrow Construction, a small business, a Firm Fixed-Price contract for Railroad Tie Replacement at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The contract is valued at $240,276.00. This opportunity was a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The project involves replacing approximately 1200 railroad ties between MP64-MP66 of the Cuyahoga Valley Railway. The objective is to bring this section of track to a condition that meets Federal Rail Administration (FRA) Class 1 track standards. This includes tamping new ballast (estimated 300 tons) and ensuring specific tie placement requirements. The work must conform to AREMA Manual, State of Ohio DOT Construction and Material Specification (2014), and Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad specifications.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Awardee: Wintrow Construction (Small Business)
- Value: $240,276.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Award Date: March 3, 2026 (published date)
- Period of Performance: 90 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed, with project completion by May 10, 2026.
Evaluation
The award was based on evaluation factors including price, technical capability, and prior experience, as outlined in the original solicitation.
Additional Notes
The original solicitation (140P6426Q0007) included a site visit on January 14, 2026, and required a bid guarantee. Offerors were required to be registered in SAM. An amendment (0001) posted questions/answers and an updated price schedule.