W--SEKI: HELITACK ALTERNATE WORK SITE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), is requesting quotes (RFQ) for Helitack Alternate Work Site rental equipment and services at Sequoia National Park. This opportunity, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, involves providing temporary office space, storage, power, and security fencing. Quotes are due by April 16, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Pacific Standard Time (PST).
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all mobilization, labor, supervision, materials, equipment, transportation, site rehabilitation, clean-up, and demobilization for an alternate helipad site. Key requirements include:
- Office Trailers & Storage: Two 12'x40' office trailers (with bathrooms), one 8'x32' office trailer, and one 8'x32' storage container.
- Generator: Sufficient to power the 8'x32' office trailer.
- Fencing: Approximately 1100 linear feet of 6' tall chain-link fencing with two vehicle access gates and one foot access gate to secure the Auxiliary Helispot.
- Installation: Includes delivery, leveling, tie-downs, ADA ramps, and stairs for trailers. Fencing installation will use weighted bags for stabilization with minimal ground disturbance.
- Site Restoration: Upon completion, all components must be removed, and the fencing area rehabilitated to its original state.
- Environmental Compliance: Strict adherence to safety, environmental, and wildlife protection regulations (including bear safety) is mandatory. No tree removal or branch trimming without NPS approval; weed-free erosion control products are required if used.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (RFQ).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 532120, with a small business size standard of $47.0 million.
- Period of Performance: Planned April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027, with initial rental periods of 6 months to 1 year, negotiable.
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 12:00 P.M. PST.
- Published Date: April 6, 2026 (latest amendment).
- Place of Performance: Sequoia National Park, California, at specific coordinates for trailer sites and the Auxiliary Helispot.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Only emailed proposals will be accepted.
- Questions: Must be sent via email to Brian Roppolo at brian_roppolo@nps.gov no later than April 2, 2026. All questions will be answered via a future amendment on SAM.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value, based on a comparative evaluation of Price, Technical Capability, Prior Experience, and Delivery Timeframe.
- Required Submissions: SF 18 form, acknowledged amendments, completed provisions, a project narrative demonstrating how the company will meet the SOW, a proposed delivery schedule, and three prior relevant project experiences.
- Wage Determination: Service Contract Act Wage Determination 2015-5657 (California, Tulare County) is applicable.
- Special Requirements: A Site Health and Safety Plan (SHSP) must be submitted and approved prior to work. Contractor must have emergency communication capabilities (AT&T cell or satellite phone).
Key Clarifications
- Location 1 utilities are available; NPS will connect, but the contractor supplies support connections. The trailer at Location 2 is 8'x32'.
- Fencing does not require green privacy windscreen. Trailers do not require data hubs or skirting, but standard 120V electrical ports are needed. A ramp is required for the storage container.
- Site maintenance applies during installation, servicing, and demobilization. The government seeks an ASAP start date, evaluating quotes based on all factors including price and estimated delivery.