Saratoga National Park Build Replacement Reproduct

Statement of Work (SOW)

To procure the manufacture and delivery of two (2) reproduction light 6-pounder cannon carriages of the "Muller" pattern for display at Saratoga National Historical Park (SNHP).

• Manufacture: Construct two complete, historically accurate reproduction light 6-pounder travelling cannon carriages using white oak for wood components and iron or steel for metal components.

• Materials: Wood components must be white oak, treated with a non-gloss preservation treatment. Metal components will be painted with a white rust-inhibiting primer followed by two coats of semi-gloss black rust-inhibitive paint.

• Historical Accuracy: Carriages will be modelled after the "Muller" pattern, based on John Muller's "A Treatise of Artillery" and SNHP archival schematics.

• Site Visit: Contractor must conduct an onsite visit to measure existing cannon barrels and replica carriages, and to obtain archival drawings.

• Delivery: Deliver the completed carriages to SARA (648 Rte. 32, Stillwater, NY 12170).

• Fitting: Ensure the correct fitting and compatibility of the replica cannon barrels (provided by SNHP) onto the new carriages.

• Project Management: Provide all necessary project management, labor, tools, equipment, shipping, transport, and insurance.

• Contract Term: 275 calendar days (approximately 9 months) from the date of award.

• Work Location: Carriage manufacture must be performed off-site. On-site activities are limited to the initial site visit for measurements and final delivery/fitting.

• On-Site Hours: Generally 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Holidays. No evening or weekend on-site work unless approved.

• Contractor Expertise: Must provide documentation of expertise in reproducing historic wooden artillery carriages.

• Design Submission: Submit design and construction drawings for NPS review and acceptance prior to commencement of manufacture.

• Deliverables: Include a work plan, schedule of values, safety plan, and as-built drawings.

• Insurance: Contractor must maintain workers' compensation and liability insurance.

• Safety: Comply with OSHA, state, and local safety and environmental laws. The government can issue cease-and-desist orders for violations.

• Access: Government will provide access to the park, replica cannon barrels, existing carriages, and archival schematics.

• ATTACHMENT A. SPECIFICATIONS

• ATTACHMENT B. 1757 "Muller" schematic and photo of replica naval carriage coin

• ATTACHMENT C. American 6-pounder description document

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services to procure two (2) reproduction American cannon carriages for the Saratoga National Historical Park. The project aims to address the deterioration of existing carriages due to weather exposure.

• Design and manufacture of two (2) reproduction American cannon carriages.

• Requires lumber milling to achieve proper thickness and fabrication of metal hardware.

• A detailed description of requirements is provided in the attached Scope of Work (SOW).

• Anticipated award of one (1) Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: 275 calendar days (9 months) from the date of award.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes must be received by 10:00 AM ET on April 24, 2026.

• Submission Method: All quotes must be emailed to Mari Tolleson at mari_tolleson@ios.doi.gov.

• Questions Deadline: Questions must be submitted to Mari Tolleson at mari_tolleson@ios.doi.gov no later than 10:00 AM ET on April 16, 2026.

• Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Competence, Experience, Past Performance, and Price. Technical factors, past performance, and price are approximately equal in importance.

  • Technical Competence: Evidence of necessary insurance as indicated in the SOW.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 projects within the last 5 years involving the design and manufacture of reproduction cannon carriages.
  • Past Performance: Three (3) examples of recent projects (past 5 years) of similar size and scope, including specific contract details.
  • Price: Evaluated for price realism and reasonableness.

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

• NAICS Code: 332994 (Small Arms, Ordinance and Ordinance Accessories Manufacturing)

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 Employees.

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are current through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01, March 13, 2026.

• FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation) apply.

• A site visit will be required as per the SOW (clause 52.237-1 Site Visit).

• Electronic invoicing and payment will be processed through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

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

This document outlines the requirements for leveling and aligning a cannon tube, likely for a historical restoration or museum exhibit.

• Provide services for leveling and aligning a cannon tube.
• The document references "Additional dimensions for Tables Above" and "Example of 'Coin' or 'wedge' for leveling canon tube," indicating specific technical requirements and methods.
• Existing cannon dimensions are provided, including a trunion diameter of 3 inches.

Not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but implied through the need for precise leveling and alignment.

Not specified in the provided text.

• Use of specific leveling tools such as "Coin" or "wedge" is referenced.
• Adherence to provided "Existing cannon dimensions" is required.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-4143, Revision No. 33) for the Service Contract Act, effective December 3, 2025. It lists various occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for work performed in New York counties of Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Schoharie.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a federal contract that falls under the Service Contract Act in the specified New York counties. It outlines the minimum wage and benefit requirements for various job categories, ensuring that contractors provide fair compensation to their employees working on the contract. Bidders must consult this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations when preparing their proposals. It also details provisions for paid sick leave (EO 13706), general contractor requirements, vacation, and holidays.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a CISMAS Simple Cast Gun Recording Form, used to record detailed measurements and characteristics of a cast gun. It appears to be an attachment or data collection form related to an opportunity involving historical ordnance.

• Diagrams: Includes detailed schematics of a gun with various dimensions labeled (e.g., bore diameter, muzzle swell diameter, trunnion width, overall length).
• Recorded Data: Fields for Site, Recorded by, Units (Imperial/US or Metric), Material (Cast Iron or Bronze), Trunnions (Parallel or Tapered), Location, Ordnance Type (e.g., light 6-pounder), Ordnance Pattern, Gun number, Date of record, Weight, Carriage Mounted (Yes/No), and Markings.
• Specific Gun Details: For this particular record, the gun is located at SARA, recorded by Eric Schnitzer on 17 Dec 2025, weighs 741, is a light 6-pounder, and is a replica of a Muller gun cast at Salisbury Furnace in 1777. No ID markings were observed.

This form provides specific technical details and measurements of a particular piece of ordnance. Bidders responding to an opportunity that involves this specific gun, or similar historical ordnance, can use this document to understand the physical characteristics, dimensions, and historical context of the item. This information is crucial for tasks such as restoration, replication, display, or integration into a larger project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document specifies the technical requirements for the construction of wooden light 6-pounder cannon travelling carriages.

• Materials: All wood components must be solid white oak. Metal hardware can be forged or cast steel or ductile iron.
• Components: Specifies requirements for carriage body, trails/cheeks, metal hardware, axle, wheels, spokes, fellies, axle boxing, tire, hub bands, felloes plates, and elevation coin/wedge.
• Special Features: Requires stainless steel fasteners for small hardware. Carriages must conform to the "Muller" pattern light 6-pounder travelling carriage. Dimensions must be within 5% of stated measurements, with allowances for secure cannon barrel fit. Carriages must roll without obstruction. Trunion caps must be hinged for loading/unloading and securely fastened without being permanently fixed.
• Exterior Finish: Metal components require a white primer and two coats of black semi-gloss rust-inhibiting paint. Wood components require a non-gloss preservation treatment.

This attachment provides critical technical specifications for the manufacturing of cannon carriages. Bidders must carefully review these material, component, feature, and finish requirements to ensure their proposed solution meets the government's needs. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurate proposal development and cost estimation.