Z--WA-LW SALMON NFH-PAINTING QUARTERS
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price Construction contract for interior painting services at residential quarters within the Little White Salmon, Willard, and Spring Creek National Fish Hatcheries in Cook and Underwood, Washington. This opportunity is set aside for Small Business Concerns. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $10,000 and $26,000. Offers are due by May 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM local time.
Scope of Work
The project involves corrective maintenance, specifically interior painting, for occupied and unoccupied residential quarters. Work locations include Little White Salmon NFH (Cook, WA) and Spring Creek NFH (Cook and Underwood, WA), with Willard NFH also mentioned. Tasks include:
- Furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies for interior painting of walls, ceilings, doors, trim, and closets.
- Surface preparation: patching, cleaning (SSPC-SP-1 solvent cleaning), priming, and caulking.
- Painting with Benjamin Moore low VOC White Dove OC-17 (or approved equal); gloss sheen for walls, semi-gloss for ceilings and trim. White Kilz mold/mildew primer for bathrooms.
- Replacing HVAC vents as needed and covering furniture in occupied homes.
- Deliverables include a construction schedule, product submittals, and debris removal. Architectural drawings and plans are provided for visual context.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Construction
- Estimated Value: $10,000 to $26,000
- Period of Performance: April 25, 2026, to August 31, 2026.
- Site Visit: May 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time.
- Offer Due Date: May 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM local time.
- Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM (modified hours possible with approval).
Evaluation & Submission Requirements
Award will be made to the responsible respondent with the lowest evaluated price determined fair and reasonable. Proposals must include:
- A completed SF 1442.
- Acknowledged amendments.
- Pricing for items on the Quote Schedule (Section B).
- A cost breakdown (labor, material, etc.); proposals without this will be deemed non-responsive.
- Contractors must have an active Federal Government contracts registration in SAM.gov.
- Bonds: Not required for awards under $35,000. A Payment Bond is required for awards over $35,000. Both Payment and Performance Bonds are required for awards over $150,000, due within 10 calendar days after award.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Safety: Contractor Safety Plan submission (15 days before project start), fall protection for ladder use.
- Access/Security: Daily notification of arrival/departure.
- Materials: Must be highly durable.
- Permits: Contractor responsible for all necessary permits and fees.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must adhere to the General Decision Number (GDN) for prevailing wage rates and fringes for residential construction in Clark and Skamania Counties, Washington, as detailed in the provided wage determination document.
- Contact: Tiffannie Pannell (tiffannie_pannell@ios.doi.gov, 5052486792).