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, Interior Regions 3/4/5, intends to issue an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the Bridge 447 – Timber Replacement project at Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Brecksville, OH. This project, valued between $250,000 and $500,000, is 100% set aside for Total Small Businesses. The official solicitation is expected mid/late December 2025.
Scope of Work
Work involves providing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment to install new bridge timbers on Bridge 447, which is approximately 207 feet long. Specific tasks include:
- Installing all new bridge timbers, matched to correct tie and location.
- Installing 14 approach ties on each end of the bridge (Standard 7”x9”x8’-6” track ties).
- Installing approximately 420 feet of new 132lb rail on the bridge section, reusing existing tie plates.
- Removing and reinstalling bridge inner guard rail, timber spacing bars, walkway grating, and handrail. All work must comply with 49 CFR Part 214 Subpart B Bridge Worker Safety Standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Invitation for Bids (IFB)
- Project Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Size Standard: $45 million)
- Anticipated Award/Performance Start: Early February 2026
- Solicitation Release: Mid/late December 2025
- Wage Rate Requirements: Construction Wage Rate Requirements for Summit County, OH will apply.
Site Visit
A site visit date, time, and meeting location will be announced in the solicitation. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend to understand requirements and conditions.
Registration Requirements
To be eligible for award, offerors must have a UEI number and be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov, with completed Online Representations and Certifications by the solicitation close date.
Point of Contact
Christopher Bauer, Contracting Officer Email: christopher_bauer@nps.gov Phone: 330-468-2500 x5