H--YOSE-ANNUAL FIRE SUPPRESION INSPECT/TEST

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 140P8526Q0026 serves the following purposes:

• Includes an updated version of Attachment 5, specifically "Attachment 5 140P8526Q0026 RFI Answers V2."

• Attachment 5 has been updated.

• The solicitation closing date remains unchanged: March 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the YOSE Fire Suppression ITM opportunity (Solicitation 140P8526Q0026).

• Lift Requirement: A scissor lift will be needed for visual inspection of sprinkler heads in the El Portal Warehouse (EPQ 759).
• Scope Confirmation: Hydrants are explicitly excluded from the scope of work.
• Access & Escorts: Escorts are required for building and residential unit access. The National Park Service (NPS) will provide escorts and addresses will be provided for scheduling.
• Availability: Access is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• System Inclusions: The contract covers annual inspections for both fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems.
• Inspection Frequency: The contract is solely for annual inspections; no 5-year inspections are included.
• Dry Chemical System: The El Portal Battery Storage building contains one Monarch/Pyro-Chem - PCI-70 ABC Industrial Fire Suppression System.
• Field Surveys: "Field surveys" are low-level assessments to count risers, tamper switches, flow switches, and sprinkler heads (installed and spare) for the fire suppression systems, to populate a provided spreadsheet.

These clarifications refine the scope of work, access procedures, and specific system details, which bidders should consider when preparing their proposals.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the YOSE Fire Suppression ITM opportunity (Solicitation Number 140P8526Q0026).

• Lift Requirement: A scissor lift will be required to access sprinkler heads in the El Portal Warehouse (EPQ 759) for close visual inspection.
• Hydrant Scope: Hydrants are explicitly excluded from the scope of work.
• Building Access: Escorts are required for entry into buildings and residential units. While addresses will be provided for scheduling, escorts will be furnished by the National Park Service (NPS).
• Access Availability: Access to work areas is available Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

These clarifications do not appear to alter any stated requirements, due dates, or submission rules of the original solicitation, but bidders should incorporate this information into their understanding of the work environment and access procedures.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule for the YOSE FY 2026 Fire Suppression ITM (Inspections and Testing and Maintenance) requirement. It outlines the cost breakdown for various services related to fire suppression systems.

• Lump Sum Items:
  • Fire Suppression Inspections and Testing
  • Fire Alarm Inspections and Testing
  • Other Type System Inspection and Testing (dry chemical)
  • Report Preparation
  • Travel Expenses
• Cost Components:
  • Sub-Total
  • Overhead
  • Profit
• Grand Total

Bidders are expected to use this pricing schedule to provide their cost proposals for the fire suppression ITM services. It details the specific categories for which pricing is required, including inspections, testing, report preparation, and travel, along with the breakdown for overhead, profit, and the final grand total.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The National Park Service (NPS) intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for the inspection, maintenance, and testing of fire equipment in support of Yosemite National Park. This announcement serves as the only solicitation (RFQ 140P8526Q0026), and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Inspection, maintenance, and testing of fire equipment.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, to October 30, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 541350 (Building Inspection Services) with a size standard of $11.5M suggests a significant contract value.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to brian_roppolo@nps.gov.

• Key Deadlines: Offer Due Date is March 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value, based on a comparative evaluation of the following factors:

  1. Price
  2. Proposed Project Schedule
  3. Past Performance

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

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541350 (Building Inspection Services).

• Small Business Size Standard: $11.5M.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions, including those related to commercial items, representations and certifications, and specific requirements for small businesses.

• Attachments include a Pricing Schedule, SOW, System Inventory, and Wage Determination #2015-5661.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Service Contract Act Wage Determination (WD #2015-5661, Revision 29) for the state of California, County of Mariposa. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work covered by the Service Contract Act in this geographic area.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles and corresponding minimum wage rates and, in some cases, footnotes indicating specific conditions or additional requirements.
• Fringe Benefits: Details the required health and welfare benefits ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week) and paid sick leave provisions (EO 13706 rate of $5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week).
• Vacation and Holidays: Outlines paid vacation accrual (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Special Conditions: Includes notes on hazardous pay differentials (8% or 4%), uniform allowances, and specific requirements for computer employees and air traffic controllers/weather observers.
• Conformance Process: Details the procedure for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. It ensures that all service employees working on the contract are paid at least the minimum wage and receive the specified fringe benefits, vacation, and holiday pay. Failure to comply can lead to penalties. The document is crucial for understanding the total labor cost component of any bid for services in Mariposa County, California, subject to the Service Contract Act.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a detailed inventory of fire suppression and alarm systems across various facilities. It serves as a reference for potential bidders to understand the existing infrastructure, which may be relevant for maintenance, upgrade, or replacement opportunities.

• Facility Information: Includes facility name, district, location, and asset number.
• System Details: Specifies the type of fire suppression system (e.g., Wet Pipe Sprinkler, Dry Pipe Sprinkler, Dry Chemical System, Water Mist System) and fire alarm system (e.g., Fire Alarm Signaling System).
• Technical Specifications: Details system classifications (e.g., Residential 13D, Commercial 13), specification templates, and specific components like sprinkler head types, number of risers, tamper switches, water flow switches, and installed/spare sprinkler heads.
• Fire Alarm Components: Lists Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) make/model, remote annunciators, smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, and notification devices.
• Notes: Provides additional context, such as installation details, antifreeze types, system interconnections, or specific equipment notes.

This inventory is crucial for bidders to assess the scope and complexity of potential work related to fire protection systems. It highlights the types and quantities of systems, their locations, and specific technical details, enabling more accurate bidding and resource planning for any related solicitations.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the National Park Service's (NPS) requirement for inspection, testing, and inventory of fire protection and life safety systems within Yosemite National Park.

• Inspection, Testing, and Inventory: Perform NFPA-compliant inspection and testing of approximately 100 fire protection systems across various locations in Yosemite National Park.

• Systems Covered: Includes water-based systems (wet and dry pipe sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps), chemical agent systems, and fire detection and notification systems.

• Deficiency Identification & Cost Estimating: Identify system deficiencies, cite applicable codes, and provide Class C cost estimates for repairs using RS Means CostWorks® or similar industry practices.

• Documentation: Document all findings on appropriate NFPA forms, create electronic reports for each asset in a specified format (Asset#-YOSE-Mo-Year-Brief Description), and provide a comprehensive Executive Summary.

• No Maintenance: The contractor shall not perform any maintenance on the fire protection systems.

• All services must adhere to accepted industry standards, applicable codes (primarily NFPA), and NPS Policy.

• Phase 1 (field work) requires a licensed and/or certified contractor.

• Phase 2 (documentation and cost estimating) requires NICET Level 2 or equivalent for sprinkler systems, and NICET Level 2 or equivalent/manufacturer certified for alarm systems.

• Contractor is responsible for using the most current NFPA codes and standards.

• Place of Performance: Yosemite National Park, specifically in the El Portal, Mather (Hodgden Meadows and Crane Flat), Yosemite Valley, and Wawona districts.

• Period of Performance: Field work to be completed by September 30, 2026. Final reports, executive summary, and cost estimates due by October 30, 2026.

• Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, supervision, tools, transportation, lodging, per diem, and nitrogen for testing.

• Immediate reporting of imminent hazards to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) is required.

• All identified deficiencies must be documented with applicable code citations.

• Cost estimates must include all labor and materials for repairs, including associated finish work.