Y--FOSM - Interpretive Overlook Rehabilitation
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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 National Park Service (NPS) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Interpretive Overlook Rehabilitation project at the Fort Smith National Historic Site in Arkansas. This project involves constructing a flood-resilient outdoor exhibit and river overlook focused on 19th-century Native American migration. Bids are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, and equipment for the construction of an approximately 2,000 SF concrete outdoor exhibit and river overlook. Key tasks include:
- Site Preparation: Selective clearing, earthwork (87 CY fill), and removal/replacement of existing sidewalks.
- Hardscape & Structures: Installation of 17 tons of boulders, fabrication/installation of precast concrete structures, and 5 custom pylons.
- Landscaping: Planting 9 ornamental trees and turfgrass seeding.
- Interpretive Elements: Installation of 7 NPS interpretive panels, signage frames, and a mural art piece.
- Bid Options: Option 1 includes understory plantings and mulch; Option 2 involves sandblasting a custom curved pattern on the installed concrete.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (Sealed Bid)
- Magnitude: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM CT
Evaluation
As a sealed bid solicitation, the award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the Government, considering only price and price-related factors. A 20% bid guarantee is required, and performance/payment bonds will be required at 100% of the award amount.
Additional Notes
Amendment 0002 extended the bid deadline to March 6 and clarified that monochromatic darker granite is acceptable for specific design details. Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and comply with Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations for Sebastian County, AR.