Point Iroquois Lighthouse Boiler Replacement

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for the replacement of the existing fuel oil boiler heating system at the Point Iroquois Lighthouse Building, located at 12942 West Lakeshore Drive, Brimley, Michigan 49715. The goal is to install a new, energy-efficient gas-fired boiler system.

• Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for the boiler system replacement.

• Install a new high-efficiency boiler, exhaust, gas piping, condensate system, heat exchange components, pipe & fittings, control parts, extrol tank, boiler feed & back flow system, anti-freeze, and pumps.

• Complete a CSD-1 Report.

• Remove and legally dispose of the old boiler, equipment, components, fuel oil, and fuel oil tanks.

• Size the new boiler system to heat the existing building, excluding the Lighthouse Tower, Tower Entry, Private Living Entry, and VC Entry Porch.

• Utilize existing building radiators and piping.

• The new boiler will be fueled by either LP Propane or Natural Gas. The Forest Service will cover the cost of the propane service or natural gas line connection.

• All work must comply with the latest International Mechanical and Plumbing Codes.

• Contract time is 120 calendar days (4 months), including material delivery.

• Workmanship will be judged by the Contracting Officer (CO) based on standard construction practices.

• Site Visit Required: Bidders must inspect the existing equipment and site before submitting a bid. Contact Kevin Porrett at 906-298-8132 or kevin.porrett@usda.gov to schedule.

• Submittals Required: Provide submittals for proposed equipment before ordering.

• Start Work: Contractor must start work or order equipment within 10 days of the Notice to Proceed.

• Advance Notice: Provide a minimum of 72 hours' notice to the CO before beginning work.

• Payment: Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ) will be used for progress payments based on completed percentage.

Not specified in this section.

• The Contractor will have limited use of the work area and must perform construction during normal working hours (8 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday), unless otherwise agreed.
• Driveways, walkways, and entrances must be kept clear.
• In-building storage is limited; a designated area will be provided.
• Water and electric power are available from the Owner's existing system.
• Use of Owner's existing toilet facilities is permitted if maintained.
• Construction debris and excess materials must be removed and disposed of legally.
• All work must comply with OSHA and MIOSHA guidelines.
• Smoking is prohibited within the building and within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor-air intakes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains architectural drawings detailing the existing floor plans of the Point Iriquois Lighthouse. It is intended to provide visual information about the structure's layout.

• Basement Plan: Shows the layout of the basement, including rooms for a furnace, fuel oil, hot water treatment, and sprinkler pump.
• First Floor Plan: Details the layout of the first floor, including living areas, kitchen, private living entry, office, and visitor center entry porch.
• Second Floor Plan: Outlines the layout of the second floor, including multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and a kitchen.
• Lantern Deck Plan: Shows the layout of the lantern deck at the top of the lighthouse.
• Dimensions are provided for various sections and rooms.

These drawings are crucial for any bidder involved in renovation, repair, or construction work at the Point Iriquois Lighthouse. They provide essential spatial information for understanding the existing conditions, planning work, and preparing proposals that accurately account for the building's structure and layout.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a quote form for the "Point Iroquois Lighthouse New Boiler System" project. It requires contractors to provide pricing for the replacement of the boiler system.

• Item 001: New Boiler System including all associated costs per the specifications.
• Unit: EA (Each)
• Quantity: 1
• Fields for Unit Price and Total Price.
• Sections for Contractor Information: Name, Address, Phone Number, and Email.

This form is essential for bidders to submit their pricing for the boiler system replacement. Contractors must complete all fields accurately, including the unit price and total price for the specified item, and provide their contact information to be considered for the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a vicinity map showing the location of the Point Iroquois Lighthouse within the Hiawatha National Forest, East Side. It also indicates the proximity to Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and Lake Huron, as well as major roads and administrative sites.

• Map Title: VICINITY MAP, Point Iroquois Lighthouse, Hiawatha National Forest - East Side
• Waterbodies: Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Piatt Lake, Brevoort Lake, East Lake, Chain Lake, Round Lake
• Administrative Sites: Point Iroquois Lighthouse, Raco Work Center, Moran Work Center, St. Ignace Office
• Roads: Labeled with route numbers (e.g., US-2, M-28, M-123, CO RD 425, FH-8)
• Forest Boundary: Indicated by a dashed line.
• Legend: Explains symbols for Administrative Sites, Towns, Roads, Waterbodies, and Forest Boundary.
• Scale: 0 to 10 Miles.

This map provides crucial geographical context for any potential bidders involved in opportunities related to the Point Iroquois Lighthouse or the surrounding Hiawatha National Forest area. It helps visualize the location, access routes, and nearby facilities, which may be relevant for site visits, logistical planning, or understanding the operational environment.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, establishing prevailing wage rates for various construction crafts and laborers in Chippewa County, Michigan. It includes rates for asbestos workers, boilermakers, bricklayers, carpenters, ironworkers, laborers, painters, pipefitters, plumbers, roofers, sheet metal workers, and power equipment operators, among others. The document also details effective dates for these rates, paid holidays, and references Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 concerning paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors.

This document is crucial for any bidder on federal construction projects in the specified geographic area (Chippewa County, Michigan) that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act. Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to determine the minimum wages to pay laborers and mechanics working on the contract. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to penalties. The document also provides information on how to appeal wage determinations and outlines requirements related to paid sick leave and minimum wage under applicable Executive Orders.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the Point Iroquois Lighthouse boiler replacement project. The goal is to replace the existing, outdated, obsolete, and inefficient fuel oil boiler heating system for the Point Iroquois Lighthouse Building. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• Replacement of the existing fuel oil boiler heating system.

• Technical data, including a description of work and specifications, is provided in an attached document.

• A schedule of items and quote form are also attached.

• The anticipated award type is a Firm Fixed Price Contract.

• Offers must be submitted via email to bradley.higley@usda.gov no later than 5:00 P.M. (Eastern) on March 17, 2026.

• A complete quote package requires a filled-out and signed Attachment 2 - Schedule of Items.

• Incomplete or late quote packages will not be considered.

• Quotes over $35,000.00 will require payment protections or bonding.

• The evaluation will be based on lowest price, with award made to the responsible and acceptable contractor whose quote provides the lowest price.

• Acceptability is determined by compliance with the solicitation; responsibility is determined by the Contracting Officer, considering factors like past performance and financial health.

• Offerors must provide pricing for all items; failure to do so may result in exclusion.

• The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• Questions must be submitted via email to Bradley.higley@usda.gov no later than March 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference. Full text is available electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

• Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions contains applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.