Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation

SOL #: 140FC126R0003Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior

Us Fish And Wildlife Service

FWS CONSTRUCTION & A/E - BIL/DISASTER

Falls Church, VA, 22041, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

Construction Of Other Non Building Facilities (Y1PZ)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/53564be2c83e4522a4872c24235af216/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 20, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 26, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 13, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation project at the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in New Orleans, LA. This project involves the rehabilitation of the boardwalk, which was damaged by Hurricane IDA. The estimated magnitude for the project is between $250,000 and $500,000. Offers are due electronically by March 13, 2026, at 1700 hours (local time).

Scope of Work

The contractor will furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to rehabilitate the Ridge Trail Boardwalk. Key tasks include:

Removal and replacement of existing deck boards, toe boards, deteriorated piles, beams, and hurricane tie straps.
Installation of new boardwalk components according to provided drawings and specifications.
Proper disposal of all replaced boardwalk materials.
The project includes government-furnished property/material.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction contract.
NAICS Code: 237990 (Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors) with a size standard of $45 Million.
Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000.
Period of Performance: 90 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP).
Place of Performance: Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge, New Orleans, LA.
Set-Aside: None specified in the main solicitation documents.

Submission & Evaluation

Offers Due: Electronically by March 13, 2026, at 1700 hours (local time) to joann_mallory@fws.gov. Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.
Pre-Proposal Site Visit: Scheduled for February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Questions Due: Must be submitted in writing via email to Joann Mallory (joann_mallory@fws.gov) no later than five calendar days before the proposal due date (March 8, 2026).
Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, considering Recent Relevant Experience, Technical Capabilities and Ability to Deliver, and Price.
Proposal Format: Requires submission of completed SF 1442, acknowledged amendments, a price schedule (using Attachment 4-Bid_Schedule.pdf), contractor evaluation documentation, and representations/certifications.

Key Requirements & Notes

Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds (SF 25 and SF 25-A) are required within 10 calendar days after award.
Past Performance: Bidders must use the provided Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment 5) to solicit feedback from references. Completed questionnaires are due by February 13, 2026, 3:00 pm EST to joann_mallory@fws.gov.
Wage Determination: The Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination (WD # LA20250008) applies, specifying minimum wage rates and fringe benefits.
Contractor Requirements: Must possess a state general contractor license, provide all necessary resources (labor, materials, equipment), ensure a qualified on-site supervisor, implement quality control, coordinate subcontractors, minimize waste (aim for 50% diversion), obtain all permits, and adhere to environmental regulations.