Y--Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve TIMU-335507 Stabilize Kingsley Plan

Sources Sought Notice (SSN)

This notice is for market research purposes to determine the types of businesses qualified to perform work on the "Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Stabilize Kingsley Plantation Shoreline with Seawall Extension" project. The National Park Service (NPS) will use this information to develop an acquisition strategy, including potential set-aside determinations for small businesses. No proposals are being requested or accepted at this time.

• Location: 11676 Palmetto Ave, Jacksonville, FL.

• Magnitude: Construction estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Scope: Repair existing damage to the shoreline and seawall at Kingsley Plantation, and extend the seawall to provide future storm resiliency. This involves full replacement of the existing seawall, extending it eastward, and raising its height by 18 inches. The project aims to protect the natural ecology and historical significance of the preserve, which was impacted by Hurricane Ian.

• Site Context: The area includes preserved historic landscapes, natural habitats, and cultural sites. Staging areas are limited.

• Deliverables: Repair and extension of the seawall.

• Performance Period: Anticipated 259 calendar days, including potential weather delays. The park will remain open during construction, requiring minimized visitor impact.

• Site Protection: Measures are required to ensure the surrounding area remains undisturbed.

• Material Delivery: Deliveries coordinated daily with the Contracting Officer, limited to Mondays and Tuesdays when the park is closed to the public, unless otherwise approved.

• Logistics: Construction site is approximately 8 miles from suppliers and lodging in Jacksonville, FL.

• Environmental Considerations: The site is a historic/natural/cultural resource. The area is known for hurricanes and tropical storms; contractors should plan accordingly.

• Anticipated Contract Type: Single Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Anticipated Issuance: Request for Proposals (RFP) expected around Summer 2026.

• Bonding: Bid, Performance, and Payment Bonds are anticipated to be required.

• Response Required: Complete the attached Sources Sought Survey Questionnaire.

• Deadline: No later than 5:00 PM ET on June 22, 2026.

• Submission Method: Email the questionnaire to joseph_wingfield@ios.doi.gov.

• Responses are requested from both Large and Small Businesses.

• The NPS will analyze responses to determine the possibility of a Small Business or other Socio-Economic Set-Aside.

• This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research only. Proposals are not requested or accepted.

• No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with responding.

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 237990, Size Standard: $45.0M.

• No solicitation, proposal package, specifications, or drawings are available with this SSN.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) Survey Questionnaire, serving as Attachment 1 to Solicitation No. 140P2026R0081. Its purpose is to gather market research information from potential bidders to determine the appropriate solicitation method and any small business set-aside determination for the upcoming requirement. Bidders are instructed to complete and submit this survey to the Contracting Officer/Contracting Services by June 22, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.

• Company Information: Requires company name, address, Point-of-Contact name and email, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
• Experience: Inquiries about prime contractor experience with similar Federal Government construction contracts, recent experience with projects of similar size/scope/magnitude, and specific experience with installing seawalls in coastal Florida (including project name, dollar value, contract number, prime/subcontractor status, client contact, and description).
• Compliance: Questions regarding compliance with local construction building licensing and permitting for Florida.
• Bonding Capacity: Asks for the company's bonding capacity for insurance and performance/payment bonds.
• Small Business Certifications: Asks bidders to identify any applicable SBA certifications (EDWOSB, HUBZone, IEE, ISBEE, Native American Owned, SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, Other).
• Self-Performance: Requests the estimated percentage of work the company will self-perform.
• Proposal Commitment Factors: Asks what will influence the company's commitment to submitting a proposal (e.g., solicitation posting, schedule, specifications, other commitments).
• Additional Materials: Businesses may submit capability statements and brochures.

Completing this questionnaire is crucial for companies interested in this opportunity. The responses will directly influence the government's market research, the chosen solicitation method, and potential small business set-aside decisions. Failure to submit by the deadline may affect consideration for this requirement. The questions also help bidders assess their own qualifications and interest in the project.