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Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 140P2026R0028, dated 02/02/2026, provides site visit questions and answers.

• Site Visit Questions and Answers are attached.

• The proposal deadline remains as stated in the original proposal.

Solicitation

This document outlines the project specifications for the "Rehabilitate Battlefield Interpretive Experience - Unforeseen Water Drainage at Tour Stop 7" at Saratoga National Historical Park. The primary objective is to address groundwater seep drainage issues at Tour Stop 07 (TS 07).

The work includes:

• Grading and installation of a drainage system (swale, stone drainage layer, geotextile, underdrain, stormwater piping, drain basins, soil layer, stone cobble, flared end sections).

• Fine grading, installation of erosion blanket, and seeding to restore the landscape.

• Pavement work, including saw cutting, asphalt removal, milling, and full-depth asphalt replacement/overlay.

• Contractor must retain an archaeological monitor for all ground disturbance activities.

• Tree removal will be performed by others prior to construction.

• The project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

• The work is to be conducted in one phase.

• Substantial completion is required within 60 days after the Notice to Proceed.

• Not explicitly detailed in this section, but general requirements for submittals, construction schedules, and contract modifications are outlined in other sections referenced.

• Not specified in this document.

• Contractor must plan and sequence work considering the seasonal nature of the drainage issue.

• Contractor must coordinate with separate construction contractors if applicable.

• Government-furnished materials are not applicable to this project.

• Site access and use are limited to contract limits, with specific restrictions on disturbing areas beyond the immediate work zone.

• Preservation of natural features, including trees and plants, is required.

• Driveways and entrances must remain clear for Government and emergency vehicles.

• Construction camp establishment is not permitted.

• Specific hauling and bridge restrictions apply.

• The Tour Stop 07 parking lot will be closed to the public during construction, but pedestrian access to hiking trails and the bathroom will be maintained.

• Government will occupy premises during construction, requiring coordination to minimize conflicts.

• Work hours are generally limited to normal business hours (7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday), unless otherwise approved.

• Notification is required for work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, or at night.

• Smoking is prohibited within buildings or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

• A specific NPS project management and communication software will be used.

• Tree removal operations are restricted to November 1st through March 31st, though tree removal is not anticipated for this project.

• Archeological monitoring is required for all ground-disturbed activities.

• The document references numerous other specification sections for detailed requirements on contract modifications, construction schedules, submittals, safety, quality, environmental protection, temporary facilities, and waste management.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Price Schedule Template for Solicitation Number 140P2026R0028, related to the National Park Service (NPS) - Denver Service Center (DSC) project "Unforeseen Drainage at Tour Stop 07" (PMIS: SARA 257238).

• Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs): Includes CLIN 1 for "Drainage, Grading and Associated Work" and CLIN 2 for "Archeological Monitoring and Reporting."
• Pricing Instructions: Offerors must submit pricing for all base and option line items. Lump-sum items require a total price. Unit-priced items require unit price and extended total price. Costs for work not explicitly listed should be included in related items.
• Error Resolution: In case of calculation errors, the unit price governs. For summation errors, corrected amounts govern. Extended prices and totals should be rounded to whole dollars.
• Measurement and Payment: All measurement and payment information is detailed in Division 01 Specifications Section 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line Items.

This template requires bidders to provide detailed pricing for all contract line items, including base and option periods. Failure to provide complete pricing may result in an unacceptable proposal. Bidders must carefully review the CLINs, understand the pricing instructions, and ensure their submitted prices align with the solicitation requirements and the referenced specifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "SARA 257238 Repair Drainage Issue Tour Stop 7 Saratoga National Park." It is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Repair of a drainage issue at Saratoga National Park.

• The work is described under "TS7 Grading Improvements - Construction Product/Service Code: Y1PA."

• Period of Performance: Sixty (60) days.

• Delivery: 60 Days After Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated start date: 03/16/2026.

• Estimated completion date: 05/18/2026.

• Performance bonds are required.

• Proposal Deadline: February 17, 2026, by 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• Proposals are due at the address specified in Item 8.

• Offerors must state their proposal acceptance period, which must be at least 60 days.

• A virtual site visit is scheduled for February 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST via Microsoft Teams.

• This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Contract clauses are attached.

• Funds are currently available.

• Questions should be directed to Charles Thompson (charles_d_thompson) or Linda Melnick (linda_melnick@nps.gov).

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, detailing prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades in New York State. It supersedes a previous decision and specifies construction types (Building, Heavy and Highway) and applicable counties.

This document is crucial for bidders on construction-related opportunities. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on federal or federally funded construction projects in the specified geographic areas. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with labor standards regulations. The document lists specific rates for trades such as Asbestos/Insulator Worker, Hazardous Material Handler, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Elevator Constructor, Engineer, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Plumber/Pipefitter, Roofer, Sprinkler Fitter, Sheet Metal Worker, and Truck Driver, among others. It also includes details on paid holidays and vacation policies applicable to these trades.

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

To provide archeological monitoring services during ground-disturbing activities associated with supplemental drainage repair at Tour Stop 7, Saratoga National Historical Park.

• Conduct archeological monitoring during all ground-disturbing activities at Tour Stop 7.

• Perform background research to interpret monitoring results.

• Catalog and curate recovered artifacts and data.

• Prepare project reports and documentation.

• Assist the park in meeting obligations under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.

• Fieldwork to consist of up to fourteen (14) eight-hour days.

• Weekly updates on hours spent in the field.

• Artifacts to be cataloged using the Interior Collection Management System (ICMS).

• Data to be managed according to NPS GIS Guidelines, NARP GIS Guidelines, and FGDC guidelines.

• Reports to meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation.

• Work to begin one day following issuance of the delivery/task order.

• Period of Performance for the Contract.

• Location: Tour Stop 7, Saratoga National Historical Park, Saratoga County, Stillwater, New York.

• Contractor personnel must meet professional qualifications standards.

• A safety plan must be prepared and submitted prior to investigations.

• Contractor must provide maximum protection to existing historic structures and park facilities.

• All applicable OSHA safety standards must be followed.

• Human remains encountered must be handled according to NAGPRA protocols.

• Contractor must provide evidence of personnel training for artifact cataloging using ICMS.

• All recovered artifacts must be delivered to the park in corrugated, vented, acid-free boxes.

• Contractor must provide registration of new archeological sites and updates to existing sites in the NPS Cultural Resources Information System (CRIS-Archeology).

• GIS data layers and associated metadata must be returned to SARA and NARP.

• Draft report due within thirty (30) calendar days of fieldwork completion.

• Final report due fifteen (15) calendar days after issuance of NPS comments.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains construction drawings for the "Rehabilitate Battlefield Interpretive Experience - Unforeseen Water Drainage at Tour Stop 7" project at Saratoga National Historical Park. It provides detailed plans and specifications for the proposed drainage improvements.

• Cover Sheet (C1): Project title, location map, park map, and drawing index.
• General Notes (C2, C3): Project-wide notes covering construction, demolition, erosion control, grading, and technical specifications.
• Existing Conditions Plan (C4): Depicts current site features, contours, trees, and survey control monuments.
• Site Preparation and Demolition Plan (C5): Outlines areas for grubbing, stump removal, pavement milling, and construction access.
• Site Development Plan (C6): Details proposed grading, storm pipe installation, swales, drain basins, and turf restoration areas.
• Site Details (C7, C8): Provides specific construction details for erosion control blankets, compost filter socks, storm pipe installation, drain basins, swale sections, and asphalt pavement overlays.

These drawings are essential for bidders to understand the full scope of work required for the drainage rehabilitation project. They detail the specific locations, materials, and methods for excavation, grading, pipe installation, erosion control, and site restoration. Bidders must use these drawings to accurately estimate costs, develop a construction schedule, and ensure compliance with all technical requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, "SARA 257238 Tour Stop 7 Drainage Repair," is for construction services related to drainage repair at Tour Stop 7, Saratoga National Park. It is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• The core work involves "Drainage, Grading and Associated Work" and "Archeological Monitoring and Reporting."

• Specific project details, including specifications and drawings, are provided in Attachment 1 and Attachment 2.

• The project requires adherence to various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses covering construction, labor, safety, environmental, and other requirements.

• The contract type is anticipated to be FIRM FIXED PRICE.

• The period of performance is sixty (60) days after Notice to Proceed.

• The estimated value is not explicitly stated, but the small business size standard is $45.0 Million.

• Proposals are due by 17 February 2026, at 1100 EST.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer listed.

• The evaluation will be conducted using the Best Value Continuum Tradeoff Process, considering technical approach, schedule, past performance, and price.

• A virtual site visit is scheduled for 05 February 2026 at 1300 EST.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must submit proposals in two volumes: Volume I (Technical Proposal) and Volume II (Business and Price Proposal).

• Specific instructions for proposal format, organization, and content are detailed in Section L.