Y--Critical Acquisition Response Team (CART) - Flagpo

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140P4226R0009 makes the following changes:

• NAICS Code Update: Changes the NAICS Code from 238990 to 236220 for base and all line items, specifically for the small business set-aside.

• Attachment Update: Incorporates Attachment 1, Amend 0001, which includes updated Continuation Sheets, Schedule-SOW, and T&Cs.

• FAR Clause Updates: Removes and updates original FAR Clauses and Provisions to Revolutionary FAR (RFO) updates per agency requirements. Any changes to FAR clauses or provisions under the new RFO FAR are included in full text.

• Deadline Extension: Extends the Closing Date and Time to Friday, May 1, 2026, by no later than 1600 Mountain.

• NAICS Code (Item 14)

• Attachment 1 (Schedule-SOW, T&Cs)

• FAR Clauses and Provisions

• Solicitation Closing Date and Time

• Line Items 00010, 00020, and 00030 (details on page 2 and 3)

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to May 1, 2026, 1600 Mountain.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged, except as stated above.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (00001) to the solicitation includes updates and clarifications to several sections of the original document. Key changes include:

• Submission Deadline: The proposal submission deadline has been extended from Monday, April 27, 2026, to Friday, May 1, 2026, by 16:00 Mountain Time.

• Technical Questions Deadline: The deadline for submitting technical questions has been extended to Thursday, April 16, 2026, at close of business.

• File Size Limitations: Acknowledges potential limitations on email file sizes for submissions and allows for multiple emails if necessary, provided all files are received by the closing date and time.

• Clarification on SAM Registration: Notes that system updates may lag policy updates and that entities may still be required to complete representations based on provisions not included in agency solicitations.

• Section L - Instructions to Offerors/Quotes (specifically L.1 and L.2 regarding submission deadlines and procedures).

• General solicitation instructions regarding technical questions and proposal submission.

• Offerors have an extended deadline for proposal submission and technical questions.

• Offerors need to be aware of potential file size limitations for electronic submissions and ensure all parts are received by the deadline.

• Clarification on SAM registration requirements is provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of two historic wooden/timber flagpoles at two National Park Service (NPS) locations in Maryland: Fort Washington Park (FOWA) and Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine (FOMC). The project is a single contract for both locations.

• Fort Washington Park (FOWA) Project: Replace a collapsed reproduction wooden flagpole with a new replica timber flagpole, including associated mechanisms, lines, engineering, and construction of a new concrete foundation and sleeve. This project must be completed first.

• Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine (FOMC) Project: Replace the existing wooden flagpole. This portion is subject to the availability of funding.

• Base Item (FOMC): Includes supplying shoring and protection, removing the existing flagpole and platform, and installing a new flagpole with associated hardware. Some existing hardware may be reused.

• Optional Item (FOMC): Remove and replace the steel foundation casing and surrounding concrete, and potentially replace platform posts.

• Work includes furnishing all materials, labor, equipment, and supervision.

• Compliance with applicable codes and regulations, including the International Building Code and OSHA standards.

• Protection of historic structures and surrounding areas.

• Period of Performance:

  • FOWA Project: Must be completed by June 12, 2026.
  • FOMC Project: Must be completed by August 21, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026, by 16:00 PM Mountain Standard Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic via email to brian_mccabe@ios.doi.gov. No hardcopy, facsimile, or in-person submissions will be accepted.

• Technical Questions Deadline: Thursday, April 16, 2026, by close of business.

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Proposals will be evaluated on technical factors (Factor 1) and contractor compliance (Factor 2), followed by price.

• Key Submission Components:

  • Factor 1 (Technical): 5-7 page capability document, proposed team, draft schedule, relevant project experience (3 prior projects in last 5 years), and biobased certification.
  • Factor 2 (Compliance): Active SAM registration, completed provisions (FAR 52.204-24, 52.209-7, 52.209-13, 52.229-11), Bid Bond (SF-24), and Limitations on Subcontracting Compliance Worksheet.
  • Factor 3 (Pricing): Standard Form 1442, Acknowledgement of Amendments, and Section B Contract Price Schedule.

• NAICS Code: 238990

• Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million.

• The solicitation is set aside for small businesses.

• Site visits are scheduled for Friday, April 10, 2026: FOMC at 9:00 AM Eastern, FOWA at 1:00 PM Eastern.

• Drones/UAVs are not authorized.

• Prohibition of weapons/firearms.

• Offerors must register in SAM.gov and meet small business requirements.

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

To replace the collapsed reproduction flagpole at Fort Washington with a new replica flagpole constructed to historic standards, thereby restoring the iconic skyline of the historic site.

• Provide all labor, supervision, materials, tools, supplies, transportation, personal protection equipment, and support equipment.

• Construct a new replica timber flagpole, including all associated mechanisms and lines.

• Engineer and construct a new concrete foundation and sleeve.

• Demolish the existing concrete foundation and sleeve, and dispose of remnants.

• Fabricate a historically appropriate reproduction flagpole modeled after the 1848 stepped timber flagstaff design.

• Install all necessary hardware for flag operation, including halyard system, pulley assembly, cleats, and flag attachment hardware.

• Construct a new concrete foundation and sleeve.

• Install the flagpole, ensuring it is plumb and secured.

• Install a lightning protection system on the flagpole.

• Restore the site to pre-construction conditions upon completion.

• Flagpole height: 95 feet

• Pole diameter at ground: 2'-0"

• Garrison Flag size: 36 ft x 20 ft

• Storm Flag size: 20 ft x 10 ft

• Halyards: 1-1/2” dia

• Engineering to comply with 2024 International Building Code (IBC).

• Concrete strength: no less than 4,000 PSI.

• Pole installation plumb within ¼” in any direction; acceptable tip drift of 1” per 10'.

• Lightning protection system installation according to NFPA 780.

• Fort Washington Park, National Park Service.

• All work must be performed by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

• Fabrication of the flagpole shall be from West Coast Douglas Fir, ANSI 05.1-2022, kiln dried, pressure treated, and sealed.

• Wood preservative to be CCA – Type C.

• All hardware shall be corrosion-resistant and designed for long-term outdoor exposure.

• Contractor must use ground protection to prevent damage to paved and non-paved surfaces.

• Contractor must confine staging and parking to approved paved areas.

• Contractor must protect all historic structures, earthworks, turf, and circulation routes during delivery and erection.

• Contractor must maintain a daily work log and submit required submittals, including shop drawings, product data, and safety plans.

• A one-year warranty on all materials and labor is required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a worksheet for reporting compliance with the "Limitations on Subcontracting" clause, required for small business, 8(a), or other socio-economic set-aside service contracts (including construction). It must be submitted with the offer.

• Solicitation Number: 140P4226R0009
• Type of Set Aside: Small business per FAR 52.219-14 (OCT 2022) (DEVIATION OCT 2022).
• Type of Service and Required Participation: Special Trade Construction - no more than 75% of the amount paid by the Government for contract performance (excluding the cost of materials) can be paid to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities.
• Participation Calculation: Fields are provided to report:
  • Total offered price from the Prime Contractor.
  • Total amount projected to be paid to Similarly Situated Subcontractors (SSS), excluding materials.
  • Total amount to be paid to Non-Similarly Situated Subcontractors (NSS), excluding materials.
• FAR 52.219-14 Excerpt: Details the 75% limitation for special trade contractors.
• Definition of Similarly Situated Entity: Clarifies that it means a first-tier subcontractor with the same small business program status as the prime and is considered small for the assigned NAICS code.

Bidders must complete this worksheet to demonstrate how their proposed subcontracting plan will comply with the 75% limitation for special trade construction. This is a mandatory submission with the offer for this solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Attachment 8, serves as the Proposal Submission Package for Solicitation 140P4226R0009. It outlines the forms and information bidders must use or provide to prepare their proposals.

• Cover Letter/Certification: Bidders must complete a letter certifying:
  • SAM Registration under NAICS Code 238990 as a small business.
  • Completion and submission of the Bio-Based Certification (as per Section C.33, FAR 52.223-1).
  • Submission of Attachment 7 – Limitations on Sub-Contracting Compliance Worksheet.
  • Provision of Relevant Past Performance Documentation.
• Relevant Experience Questionnaire: Bidders must list up to three (3) projects similar to the work described in the solicitation. For each project, details required include:
  • Project Name, Location, Agency, Contract Number, Contract Value, Period of Performance.
  • Contact Information of Agency (Name, Phone, Email).
  • Project Description.
• Biobased Certification: This section requires offerors to identify Biobased products to be purchased and used, specifying the percentage of Biobased content. It also requires documentation of prior experience with Biobased products over the past two years.

This attachment is critical for bidders as it specifies the required forms and documentation for proposal submission. It directly impacts how bidders must present their qualifications, certifications, and past performance to be considered compliant with the solicitation requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for Maryland, specifically for building construction in Prince George's County. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications applicable to federal contracts in this area.

• General Decision Number: MD20260121
• Publication Date: 01/02/2026
• State: Maryland
• County: Prince George's County
• Construction Type: Building
• Lists specific trades (e.g., Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefit amounts.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors).
• Provides information on how wage determination rates are identified (Union, Survey, State Adopted) and the process for wage determination appeals.

Bidders must use this document to understand the minimum wage requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on federal construction projects in Prince George's County, Maryland. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and proposal development to ensure compliance with labor standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for wage rates applicable to building construction in Baltimore County, Maryland. It serves as a reference for prevailing wages that must be paid on federal or federally funded construction projects in the specified area.

• Lists various construction trades and labor classifications.
• Provides the prevailing hourly wage rate and fringe benefits for each classification.
• Includes rates for specific roles such as Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Plumber, and various Power Equipment Operators.
• Also details rates for Mechanical Systems Service Technicians and Welders.
• Notes apply to Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.

Bidders must use these wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals on construction opportunities in Baltimore County, Maryland. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to contract non-compliance and penalties.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains architectural and engineering drawings for the replacement of a flagpole at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine. It provides detailed specifications for the new flagpole, its foundation, and associated platform.

• Sheet A1.0 (Cover Sheet & Flagpole and Foundation): Overall site plan showing the flagpole's location within the park, general elevations, and foundation details.
• Sheet A1.1 (Flagpole Details): Detailed drawings of the flagpole's main mast, spar, cross trees, and various bands and collars. Includes specifications for lightning rod conductor.
• Sheet A1.2 (Platform Section & Details): Drawings illustrating the structural framing plan, elevation, and section views of the platform associated with the flagpole, including stair details and anchor plates.
• General: Includes legends, scales, and project identification (PMIS 212674).

These drawings are critical for any bidder intending to provide a proposal for the flagpole replacement project. They define the exact specifications, dimensions, materials, and construction methods required for the new flagpole and its installation. Bidders must carefully review these drawings to accurately estimate costs, develop a technical approach, and ensure compliance with all design requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Project Manual for the "Replace Flagpole" project at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine. It outlines the procurement and contracting requirements, general requirements, finishes, specialties (flagpoles), and electrical (lightning protection) divisions relevant to the project. It also includes sections on submittals, administrative requirements, project meetings, photo documentation, historic preservation treatment procedures, reference standards, temporary facilities, tree and plant protection, product requirements, execution and closeout, and painting.

• Procurement and Contracting Requirements: Includes forms for contract price schedule, submittals, daily reports, and emergency contact lists.
• General Requirements: Covers summary of work, project information, administrative requirements, project meetings, submittal procedures, historic preservation, hazardous materials, site access, work restrictions, permits, and hot work plans.
• Finishes: Includes painting specifications.
• Specialties: Specifically addresses flagpole requirements.
• Electrical: Details lightning protection requirements.
• Forms Included: Submittal Transmittal Form (CM-16), Contractor's Quality Control Daily Report Form, Emergency Contact List, Submittal Log, and Photo Documentation forms.

This Project Manual provides comprehensive details on the technical specifications, administrative procedures, and contractual requirements for the "Replace Flagpole" project. Bidders should review this document to understand the scope of work, specific requirements for materials and installation, quality control measures, safety protocols, and submission procedures. It is crucial for understanding the full scope and expectations of the project, particularly sections related to flagpole specifications, painting, and lightning protection.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for a 95-foot flagpole, intended to match historic profiles. It serves as a guide for fabrication and installation.

• Flagpole Elevation: Shows the overall height (95 feet), butt diameter (2'-0"), and components like the revolving truck, spar, cleats, and lightning conductor.
• Footing Details: Illustrates the concrete foundation and steel casing.
• Cross Trees Assembly: Details the structure supporting the flag halyards and lightning rod.
• Main Mast and Spar Sections: Provides general details on the construction of the main pole and its spars, noting that specific dimensions are to be engineered.
• Note on Dimensions: Explicitly states that most dimensions are omitted as the drawings represent standard details from a different-sized flagpole. The project is intended to be scaled to the specified dimensions (95 ft height, 2'-0" butt diameter, 36'x20' Garrison Flag, 20'x10' Storm Flag, 1-1/2" dia Halyards). All other dimensions require engineering and submission in shop drawings.

This attachment provides critical design and fabrication details for the flagpole. Bidders must use these drawings, along with the specified scaling information, to prepare accurate proposals and shop drawings. Any deviations or specific engineering requirements not explicitly detailed here will need to be addressed through the shop drawing process for COR verification.