Z--MACA - REHAB CAVE TRAILS
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Interior, National Park Service is issuing a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the "MACA - REHAB CAVE TRAILS" project at Mammoth Cave National Park, KY. This project involves the reconstruction of deteriorating cave trail surfaces in the Ruins of Karnak, River Hall, and Rafinesque Hall. This is a Total Small Business set-aside with an estimated value of $19M. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project's purpose is to rehabilitate and reconstruct existing cave trail surfaces to ensure sustainability and safety for park visitors and staff. Key tasks include:
- Preparing existing ground for footings.
- Removing existing handrails.
- Installing concrete footings for elevated platforms.
- Installing elevated platforms constructed from fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP).
- Installing 2-inch stainless steel handrails.
- Transporting all necessary materials and equipment into and out of the cave.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice
- NAICS Code: 238990 - All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (Size Standard: $19M)
- Estimated Value: $19,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposed Solicitation Issue Date: April 20, 2026
- Anticipated Project Completion: February 28, 2027
- Product Service Code: Z2LB - Repair Or Alteration Of Highways/Roads/Streets/Bridges/Railways
Submission & Compliance
The upcoming solicitation will be issued electronically via SAM.gov. Proposal documents, specifications, and drawings will be available for download in various formats (Microsoft Word, HTML, Excel, Adobe PDF). Paper copies will not be provided. Interested vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov and a Unique Entity Number (UEI) to conduct business with the Federal Government. Vendors are advised to periodically check SAM.gov for any amendments or changes to the solicitation. No phone calls regarding this opportunity will be accepted.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Ashley Warcewicz, Contract Specialist, at Ashley_Warcewicz@ios.doi.gov.