R--SITK-0350831 FY26TOTEM POLE INSTALLATION

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The National Park Service (NPS) intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for the installation of two totem poles at Sitka National Historical Park. This announcement serves as the sole solicitation (RFQ 140P9726Q0022); a written solicitation will not be issued. The acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• Install Totem Poles: The primary task is to install two totem poles provided by NPS: the Waasgo Legend pole (new location) and the Yaadaass Crest First Twin pole (replacing an existing one).

• Site Assessment: Prior to pricing, contractors must visit the site to ensure accurate recording of project components.

• Foundation Assessment: The contractor must assess the adequacy of the existing installation method for the Waasgo Legend pole, considering Sitka's soil and environmental forces, and provide recommendations if the Factor of Safety is insufficient.

• Excavation and Backfill: Includes excavation, backfill, compaction, and landscaping/trail repairs.

• Ground Protection: Provide temporary ground protection in impacted landscaping areas.

• Archeological Monitor: An archeological monitor is anticipated to be onsite during ground disturbance.

• Environmental Impact: All work must minimize impact on historic landscape, cultural resources, and trail systems.

• Site Safety: Maintain clean and safe work areas. A Hot Work Permit may be required.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price award.

• Period of Performance: 180 days from the time of award.

• Delivery Date: 11/05/2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors) has a small business size standard of $19,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: May 5, 2026, by 5:00 PM Alaska Standard Time.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to fvelasco@ios.doi.gov.

• Registration: Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made based on FAR Part 13, considering price, technical specifications, and past performance, with trade-offs considered. The offer must represent the best value to the Government.

• Vendor Questions: Accepted through April 30, 2026, by 5:00 PM Alaska Standard Time.

• Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors.

• Size Standard: $19,000,000.00.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and provisions incorporated by reference and in full text.

• A site visit is strongly encouraged.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for specific geographic areas. This document is crucial for contractors to understand their obligations regarding employee compensation for work performed under covered contracts.

• Occupational Listings: Contains a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and their associated minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing, though specific details are not listed in this excerpt.
• Geographic Area: Specifies "Alaska" and lists "Boroughs of Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan Gateway, Prince of Wales, Sitka, Skagway-Yakutat, Wrangell-Peters" as the covered area.
• Executive Orders: Includes notes on the applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining specific requirements and minimum rates for contracts awarded on or after certain dates.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details paid vacation accrual based on years of service and lists twelve paid holidays.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Outlines an 8% differential for high-hazard positions and a 4% differential for low-hazard positions involving ordnance and explosives.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for providing or reimbursing uniform costs and cleaning.
• Conformance Process: Explains the process for establishing wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

Bidders must review this document to understand the minimum wage and benefit requirements for all labor categories that will be used to perform the contract work. Failure to comply with these wage determinations can lead to penalties and back pay. The listed rates and benefits are a mandatory component of contract costs and must be factored into proposal pricing.