Y--SC Multi Parks (CONG, COWP, KIMO, NISI) - Pavement Preservation
Overview
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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 DSC Contracting Services Division under the Department of the Interior, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Pavement Preservation services across multiple parks in South Carolina. This includes Congaree National Park, Cowpens National Battlefield, Kings Mountain National Military Park, and Ninety Six National Historic Site. The purpose is to gauge industry interest and capabilities to inform the acquisition strategy for a future competitive Request for Proposals (RFP). Responses are due by April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.
Project Scope & Locations
The project involves comprehensive pavement preservation activities such as cleaning and sealing asphalt cracks, seal coating, asphalt milling and overlaying, patching, full-depth reconstruction, signage improvements, and aggregate shoulder support. Work will be performed at:
- Congaree National Park (Richland County, SC)
- Cowpens National Battlefield (Cherokee County, SC)
- Kings Mountain National Military Park (York County, SC)
- Ninety Six National Historic Site (Greenwood County, SC)
Key Details
- Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237310 – Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, with a size standard of $45M.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated at 132 calendar days, including potential weather shutdowns.
- Bonding: Bid, Performance, and Payment Bonds are anticipated to be required.
- Operating Environment: Parks will remain open during construction, necessitating careful scheduling to minimize visitor impact.
- Special Construction Requirements:
- Roads and parking areas must remain open and accessible during the week of July 4th.
- All construction in Kings Mountain National Military Park (KIMO) must be completed before October 1st.
- No construction in Congaree National Park (CONG) between October 15-18 and during the Synchronized Firefly Festival (mid-May to early-June).
- Winter construction may be required.
Future Solicitation
The NPS anticipates issuing a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) around FALL 2026, leading to a single Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract award. The market research will help determine potential small business set-aside decisions.
Response Instructions
Interested contractors must complete and submit the attached "Sources Sought Survey Questionnaire" by April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time. Responses should be emailed to Shellie Murphy at shellie_murphy@ios.doi.gov. The questionnaire covers company information, experience, licensing, bonding capacity, pavement preservation experience, and small business certifications.