USFS Swim Dock Replacement - Sullivan Lake Campground, Washington

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the replacement of an existing swim dock at the Sullivan Lake Campground, within the Colville National Forest (CNF), located at Metaline Falls, WA.

• Removal and Disposal: The contractor shall completely remove and dispose of the existing swim dock and all associated hardware at an off-site, legal waste facility in accordance with Washington State environmental regulations. The swimming area must not be left without a dock during the height of the summer season.

• New Dock Installation: The contractor shall furnish, transport, install, and anchor a new swim dock. Offerors must choose one of two construction options:

  • Option 1: Metal Frame Construction: Marine-grade aluminum or galvanized steel frame with encapsulated foam flotation and non-slip composite decking (light grey or cedar tone).
  • Option 2: HDPE Construction: Heavy-duty, UV-stabilized HDPE modular or monolithic system, structurally reinforced, with integrated non-slip HDPE textured surface (light grey or tan/cedar tone).

• Acceptable Performance: Meeting the standards in the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) table, rated in COR reports and CPARS as Satisfactory, Very Good, or Exceptional.

• Unacceptable Performance: Failing to meet specific standards or Salient Characteristics. The COR will notify the contractor for correction or re-performance at no additional cost.

• Performance Requirement Measures:

  • Complete Removal and Disposal: All old dock components and debris removed from Government property; disposal at a legal off-site facility. Surveillance: Periodic inspection by COR after removal.
  • Dock Installation: New dock meets all "Salient Characteristics", is safely anchored, and is free of sharp edges or hazards. Surveillance: Final inspection by COR.
  • Timeliness: Project completed within the Period of Performance (POP) unless delayed by Excusable Delays. Surveillance: Schedule monitoring.

• Period of Performance (POP): Date of Award (Estimated April 2026) through September 1, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Sullivan Lake Campground, Metaline Falls, WA.

• Installation Window: Contractor must coordinate with the COR to time installation with optimal water levels.

• Dimensions: Minimum 15'x15' / maximum 16'x16' surface area.

• Freeboard Height: Minimum 12" / maximum 18" under dead load.

• Safety: Black dock edging/bumpers and a detachable 4-to-5 step swim ladder.

• Coupling: Flush coupling system with rubber safety covers.

• Anchoring: Flexible system (chains/fasteners) for 30ft depth rocky/sand bottom; anchor weights must withstand peak wind events.

• Domestic Content: Offerors must confirm if the product is a COTS item or meets the applicable domestic content threshold per FAR 25.101.

• Durability: Materials must be UV-stabilized and thermally stable to withstand freeze/thaw cycles.

• Deliverables: Electronic copies of Delivery/Work Schedule, Final Inspection Report, Invoices, and Manufacturer Warranty Documentation.

• Government Furnished: None.

• Travel: None.

• Contractor's Key Personnel: Project Manager (PM), Primary Point of Contact (POC).

• Safety Requirements: Contractor shall provide and maintain necessary safety barriers or signage.

• Data Rights: Not specified.

• Section 508: Not applicable.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for a swim dock replacement at Sullivan Lake in the Colville National Forest, Washington. The government is procuring the furnishing, delivery, installation, and anchoring of a new swim dock, as well as the removal and disposal of the existing dock.

• Furnish and deliver one (1) new swim dock with flotation, decking/surface, and anchor kit.

• Offerors must select either a Metal Frame (Aluminum/Steel) or HDPE (Modular/Monolithic) option.

• Assemble, launch, and anchor the new dock per the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Remove, haul off, and legally dispose of the existing dock.

• All work, including delivery, installation, and removal, must be completed no later than September 1, 2026.

• Anchoring system must demonstrate capability for a 30ft depth.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance (POP): Estimated Date of Award (April 2026) through September 1, 2026.

• Delivery Location: 12381 Sullivan Lake Rd, East Sullivan Lake Campground, Metaline Falls, WA.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email by 11:00 AM PST on April 2, 2026.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Acceptability, Price, and Regulatory Compliance (Buy American).

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 60 Calendar Days.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of quote submission.

• Buy American Act: Offerors must certify compliance.

• This solicitation may include a small business set-aside (refer to FAR 52.219-6).

• The Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Existing Dock Characteristics are provided as attachments.

• Offerors must select only one proposed solution (Metal Frame or HDPE).

• Prices must be all-inclusive of dock, anchoring, lighting, and delivery.

• Manufacturer specification sheets and brochures are required.

• A project schedule confirming completion by September 1, 2026, is required.