Cape Cod National Seashore - Replace PLVC Septic S
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 National Park Service (NPS), specifically the Northeast Region, has issued a Solicitation (RFP) for the replacement of the Province Lands Visitor Center Septic System at Cape Cod National Seashore, Massachusetts. This project is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated magnitude between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Proposals are due June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This construction requirement involves the comprehensive replacement of the existing septic system at the Province Land Visitor Center. Key deliverables include:
- Installation of new piping, septic tank(s), and duplex pumps.
- Establishment of a new leaching area.
- Associated electrical work and site preparation. Detailed specifications and drawings are provided within the solicitation documents.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Project Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction), with a $45.0 million size standard.
- Wage Rates: Federal Construction Wage Rates for Barnstable County, Massachusetts (Davis-Bacon Act) will apply.
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Proposal Due: June 22, 2026, at the time specified in Item 13.a of SF1442.
- Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted via email.
- Site Visit: A highly encouraged site visit is scheduled for June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at 99 Marconi Site Rd, Wellfleet, MA 02667.
- Registration: Offerors must have a SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier, be registered and active in SAM, and have completed Online Representations and Certifications.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on a Best Value Continuum Tradeoff Process, considering the following factors:
- Technical Approach
- Schedule
- Project Experience
- Management Experience
- Past Performance (using a provided Past Performance Questionnaire)
- Price
Key Attachments & Requirements
Bidders should review attachments including:
- Detailed Specifications (Submittal List with Review Estimate Template)
- Drawings (Index of Drawings)
- Davis-Bacon Wage Determination (MA20260001)
- Construction Contract Administration Provision (referencing FAR 36.211(b) for change orders)
- Limitation on Subcontracting Report template
- Past Performance Questionnaire
Point of Contact
Samuel McKenzie, Contracting Officer, samuel_mckenzie@nps.gov.