Z--Munising Falls Trail Rehabilitation
Overview
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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 National Park Service (NPS) is conducting a Sources Sought (Market Survey) to identify qualified contractors for the Munising Falls Trail Rehabilitation project at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan. This market research aims to gauge interest and capability for renovating approximately 650 feet of trail, including replacing existing asphalt and bridges with elevated boardwalks. Work is anticipated to begin in late 2026. Responses are due by February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the comprehensive rehabilitation of an approximately 650-foot paved trail at Munising Falls. The scope includes:
- Widening the existing 5-foot asphalt trail to a typical 6-foot width.
- Replacing three existing wood bridges and sections of the on-grade trail with elevated boardwalks.
- The trail traverses varied terrain along Munising Creek, leading to an overlook deck at the base of Munising Falls.
- All necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, and mobilization will be required, including Prime/Subcontracting oversight.
- Work is projected to commence in late 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Survey)
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
- Small Business Size Standard: $45 Million
- Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Eligibility: Contractors must be registered in SAM and identify as a small business under NAICS 237990 to be considered. Firms should also consider their construction bonding capacities.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit the attached Market Research Sources Sought Survey via email to christopher_bauer@nps.gov by 12:00 PM EST on February 18, 2026. The email subject line must include the reference number 140P6426B0004. Required information includes:
- Firm Name, Address, Phone Number, Email Address
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number
- Size status/SBA certifications (e.g., Small Business, WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB)
- A Capability Statement detailing bonding limits and company capabilities relevant to the outlined work.
Important Notes
This is a market research effort only and does not constitute an Invitation for Bid (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP). It does not commit the Government to issue any solicitation. Any future solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov. All costs associated with responding to this market survey are the firm's responsibility.