Z--BRIDGE 447 TIMBER REPLACEMENT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) has awarded Wintrow Construction Inc. a sole-source contract (140P6426C0001) valued at $377,099.54 for the timber replacement of Bridge 447 at Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Scope of Work
This contract addresses urgent repairs to Bridge 447, which had critical structural defects including wide gauge, defective bridge timbers, loose tie plates, and spikes, as mandated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). The scope involves:
- Fabrication and installation of custom-engineered bridge timbers.
- Installation of new 132-lb railroad rail for Bridge 447.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Sole Source)
- Awarded To: Wintrow Construction Inc., 673 Norton AVE, Barberton, Ohio 44203-1725
- Value: $377,099.54
- Product/Service Code: Z2LB (Repair Or Alteration Of Highways/Roads/Streets/Bridges/Railways)
- Award Date: Published April 22, 2026 (actual award date not specified, but notice published then)
Evaluation & Justification
The award was made on a sole-source basis due to a Justification & Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition. Key factors included:
- Urgent Need: FRA mandated a 30-day deadline for corrective action due to safety concerns.
- Tight Timeline: Requires a 90-day fabrication period for custom timbers and installation within the January non-operational window to avoid disrupting park services.
- Specialized Requirements: Bridge timbers must be cut to exact dimensional tolerances, dapped, and produced using certified engineering drawings unique to Bridge 447.
- Market Research: Concluded that only one contractor could simultaneously meet all requirements: fabricate custom timbers within 90 days, install new timbers and rail within the January shutdown window, meet FRA safety/compliance, and mobilize quickly under emergency conditions. Full competition would have caused unacceptable delays and safety hazards.
Additional Notes
Questions regarding this award may be directed in writing via email to Christopher Bauer at christopher_bauer@ios.doi.gov. Phone inquiries will not be accepted.