V--YELL ARMORED CAR SERVICE, FEE COLLECTION

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically for Armored Vehicle Transport Services for Yellowstone National Park. The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the vendor offering the highest perceived benefit. This solicitation (RFQ 140P1426Q0018) is the only one that will be issued.

• Secure collection, transportation, and deposit of fees collected by the NPS throughout Yellowstone National Park.

• Services must comply with RM22a requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• The contract includes a Base Period and two (2) Option Years.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance:

  • Base Period: April 15, 2026 – October 31, 2026 (7 months)
  • Option Year One: April 15, 2027 – October 31, 2027 (7 months)
  • Option Year Two: April 15, 2028 – October 31, 2028 (7 months)

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• NAICS Code: 561613 - Armored Car Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $43 Million.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: February 9, 2026, 12:00 PM MT.

• Questions Due: February 3, 2026, 12:00 PM MT.

• Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation of offers. The relative importance of evaluation factors is not stated.

• Submission Requirements: Quotes must be in accordance with the order detailed in the solicitation. Key components include:

  • Completed and signed SF 18 (Request for Quotation).
  • Completed Quote Checklist.
  • Completed Price Schedule Table.
  • Completed Contractor Core Data.
  • Completed Provisions: 52.204-24 and 52.212-3(b) highlighted.
  • Description of the Offeror's proposed technical approach, resources, and capabilities.

• Technical Submission Areas:

  • Understanding of the Requirement
  • Technical Approach
  • Armored Vehicles & Equipment
  • Personnel & Staffing
  • Security & Risk Management
  • Compliance & Quality Control
  • Transition & Start-Up

• Prior Experience.

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses and provisions by reference. Offerors are advised to review these carefully.

• Point of Contact: Barbara Glen, barbara_glen@nps.gov.

• Attachments include Statement of Work, Payment Matrix, and DOL Wage Determinations for Park County, Gallatin County, and Teton County.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (Wage Determination No.: 2015-5407, Revision No.: 27) for the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific areas of Wyoming, including Big Horn, Fremont, Hot Springs, Park, and Washakie counties.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658, detailing paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.
• Outlines provisions for vacation, holidays, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Describes the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a federal contract that falls under the Service Contract Act and is to be performed in the specified Wyoming counties. It dictates the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor laws regarding wages and benefits for service employees.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-6027, Revision No. 3) for Gallatin County, Montana. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2015, and not renewed or extended on or after January 30, 2022.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour under EO 13706).
• Details provisions for paid sick leave (EO 13706), vacation, and holidays.
• Outlines the conformance process for unlisted classifications.
• Includes information on hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard).
• Mentions uniform allowance requirements.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a federal contract in Gallatin County, Montana. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals and ensures compliance with federal labor laws. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums for all covered employees.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Payment Matrix," outlines the service frequency and dates for armored vehicle transport services within Yellowstone National Park. It serves as a reference for pricing and scheduling across different operational periods.

• Service Locations: Details specific locations within the park where services are provided, including Cash and Debt Management, Tower Backcountry Office, Bridge Bay Ranger Station/Lake Ranger St., Grant Village Visitor Center/Grant Village Ranger St., and West Entrance.
• Service Frequency: Specifies the number of days per week services will be provided (e.g., 3 Days Per Week, 5 Days Per Week).
• Date Ranges: Defines the start and end dates for each service period within the Base Year and Option Years (OY1, OY2).
• Total Costs: A section for summarizing total costs, with defined date ranges for the Base Year and Option Years.
• Note on Option Year Dates: Clarifies that Option Year dates are for planning and pricing, and exact dates may vary annually while service frequency and duration remain consistent with the Statement of Work.

This matrix is crucial for bidders to understand the expected service schedule and duration for each component of the armored vehicle transport service. It directly informs pricing strategies and proposal development by detailing the operational periods and frequency of service required throughout the contract term, including base and option years.

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

To provide secure collection, transport, holding, storing, and deposit of sealed or locked shipments containing currency, coins, checks, securities, and other valuables from within Yellowstone National Park (YNP) to a designated financial institution.

• The contractor shall provide all personnel, supervision, transportation (armored vehicles), labor (armed guards), and ancillary tasks necessary for the service.

• Services include pick-up, transport, and delivery of cash and other monetary documents within YNP to a designated financial institution (Wells Fargo Bank, Bozeman, MT) by the next business day.

• Specific pick-up and delivery schedules are detailed for various locations within YNP, including Mammoth Hot Springs, Tower Backcountry Office, Fishing Bridge Visitor Center, Grant Village Visitor Center, and West Entrance.

• Services must be performed in accordance with all contract requirements.

• 100% compliance is required.

• Surveillance methods include validated customer complaints and random sampling or verification by the COR.

• Positive performance may lead to option period exercise; lack of compliance may result in reduced payments.

• Base Period: April 15, 2026 – October 31, 2026

• Option Period 1: April 15, 2027 – October 31, 2027

• Option Period 2: April 15, 2028 – October 31, 2028

• Performance occurs within Yellowstone National Park and at Wells Fargo Bank in Bozeman, Montana.

• Contractor must be fully bonded for not less than $300,000 per occurrence.

• Proof of insurance and evidence of bonding for employees are required.

• Personnel must possess necessary skills, knowledge, training, licenses, and permits.

• Employees must be qualified to use weapons in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Contractor employees must adhere to all applicable laws, codes, regulations, and permit requirements.

• Compliance with OSHA, EPA laws, and YNP safety regulations is mandatory.

• Employees must have valid driver's licenses and comply with motor vehicle regulations.

• Contractor must establish and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used by the COR to monitor performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5409, Revision No. 27) establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations. It is applicable to contracts subject to the Service Contract Act in the specified area of Wyoming Counties of Lincoln, Sublette, Sweetwater, Teton, and Uinta.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658, detailing paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.
• Outlines general benefits such as vacation and paid holidays.
• Provides information on hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances.
• Details the conformance process for additional classifications and wage rates.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under a federal contract in the specified geographic area. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by defining the required wage rates and benefits for various job classifications. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to comply with the Service Contract Act and related Executive Orders.