REMEDIATE MOLD IN VICK MUSEUM COLLECTION

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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure professional conservation assistance for the remediation of mold from the Vicksburg National Military Park museum collection. The National Park Service, Contracting Operations East, is issuing this solicitation.

• Provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision for mold remediation and conservation of museum objects.

• Work includes cleaning and conservation of objects affected by mold, which was first noticed in Fall/Winter 2022.

• Ensure objects are properly cared for in accordance with NPS Museum standards.

• This acquisition will result in the award of a firm-fixed-price contract.

• The period of performance is from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

• Proposals are requested and will be evaluated based on cost, technical approach, and relevant experience.

• Bids must be submitted electronically to tclark@ios.doi.gov by the closing date.

• A site visit is scheduled for May 26th at 10:00 AM CT at Vicksburg National Military Park. Attendance confirmation is required via email to tclark@ios.doi.gov.

• Proposals must be submitted by June 5, 2026, at 1400 CT.

• The NAICS code for this acquisition is 562910.

• Bidders must provide a registered Unique Entity Identifier (UEI#) and references of applicable experience.

• This announcement constitutes only a solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) provides further details.

• Electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) is required.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide professional conservation assistance to remediate mold from the Vicksburg National Military Park's (VICK) museum collection, specifically addressing mold infestation in Bally Building 1.

• Evaluate, clean, and conserve approximately 635 museum objects (primarily wooden) affected by mold.

• Conduct a collection condition survey to determine the extent of mold and recommend treatment.

• Provide written treatment reports and photographic documentation.

• Transport affected objects to an off-site facility for treatment.

• Recommend storage improvements if necessary.

• Contractor is responsible for packing and moving objects and ensuring their health and safety, including using full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• All conservation treatment must adhere to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the American Institute for Conservation (AIC).

• "Minimal intervention" treatment strategy is to be employed.

• Contractor must provide insurance coverage for a total value of $100,000.00.

• Work begins upon contract award.

• On-site work includes initial survey, packing, and pick-up.

• Conservation treatment will be performed at an off-site location chosen by the contractor.

• Return of objects and final reports are required.

• Contractor must provide a current resume, detailed approach, statement of technical capacity, evidence of past experience, a sample treatment report, and a list of PPE.

• All information developed under the contract is the property of the U.S. government and must be kept in strict confidence.

• Contractor is responsible for securing all data and documentation.

• Insurance coverage is required.

• Points of Contact: Carly Plesic (Museum Curator), Christopher Downey (COR), Curtis Sullivan (SME).