Z--NACE REVITALIZE PARK ACCESS POINTS

Statement of Work (SOW)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for revitalizing park access points to improve visitor experience at Farmington Landing and Fort Foote parks, under the jurisdiction of the National Capital Parks-East (NACE) of the National Park Service (NPS).

The primary objective is to repair and improve access and visitor experience by addressing the poor condition of access roads and parking areas. Key tasks include:

• Farmington Landing:
  • Demolition of existing wooden parking guardrails, trash cans, and benches.
  • Repair and replacement of parking guardrails in original locations.
  • Grading and re-surfacing of parking lots with new crushed stone.
  • Installation of commercial-grade steel edging and geotextile fabric/grid.
  • Installation of new wood parking stops and aluminum fishing rod holders.
  • Installation of ABAAS-compliant, wildlife-resistant trash receptacles.
  • Planting of a native sycamore tree.
  • Optional: Replacement of Visitor Information Signage (VIS).
• Fort Foote:
  • Grading and re-surfacing of the access road and parking lot with new crushed stone.
  • Removal of a defunct composting toilet facility.
  • Installation of commercial-grade steel edging and geotextile fabric.
  • Installation of new wood parking stops.
  • Installation of ABAAS-compliant, wildlife-resistant trash receptacles.
  • Repair of the gravel driveway/roadway, including grading, infilling potholes, and replacing a metal culvert.
  • Optional: Replacement of Visitor Information Signage (VIS).
  • Optional: Provision and installation of new picnic tables and disposal of existing ones.

General Tasks for Both Locations:

• Traffic management and safety control.

• Demolition of designated barriers and ancillary components.

• Repair of parking lots and driveways.

• Proper disposal of waste materials.

• Restoration of areas to acceptable standards.

• Compliance with Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and ABA Accessibility Standards (ABAAS).

• All work must comply with ABAAS Chapter 10 Outdoor Recreational Standards.

• Materials and products must be certified and meet industry standards.

• A site-specific safety plan is required.

• Turf establishment at Fort Foote must meet specific coverage and weed-free standards.

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026 (120 Calendar Days After Notice to Proceed).

• Place of Performance: Farmington Landing, Accokeek, Maryland and Fort Foote, Fort Washington, Maryland.

• Contractors must visit the site to verify quantities and conditions.

• Strict adherence to environmental and archeological protection measures is required, especially at Farmington Landing.

• Contractor is responsible for providing temporary facilities (e.g., porta-potties).

• All materials and labor must carry a one-year warranty.

• Submittals for materials, safety plans, schedules, and other documentation are required.

• Contractor employees must wear identifiable company uniforms and conduct themselves professionally.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Visitor Information Sign System (VIS) and Wayside Hardware Specification Manual," Revision 5, dated March 15, 2023. It details the specifications for hardware used in the National Park Service's VIS.

• Material Options: Covers aluminum and steel options for VIS base hardware, including details on weathering steel and galvanized steel.
• Series and Panel Sizes: Outlines dimensions for 18" and 24" series panels across different hardware assembly series (LP, UP).
• Upright Series (UP) Details: Provides fabrication details for single-sided aluminum upright series posts, including dimensions, materials (e.g., 6061-T6 aluminum, 2" x 3" tubular aluminum posts), and assembly methods.
• Direct Embedment (DE): Details installation methods for direct embedment, including concrete footers, backfill, and gravel layers.
• Materials Overview: Specifies various aluminum extrusions, posts, core panels, C-channels, baseplates, and hardware used in the VIS.
• Paint Specifications: Details requirements for primer, topcoat, and color finishes, including specific NPS colors (Brown, Medium Grey, Dark Brown) and application methods.

This manual is crucial for any bidder involved in manufacturing, supplying, or installing VIS hardware. It defines the exact materials, dimensions, fabrication methods, finishes, and installation requirements for the system, ensuring consistency and durability across National Park Service sites.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "NACE Revitalize Park Access Points" project. The government anticipates awarding a firm fixed-price contract for construction services.

• Revitalize Park Access Points (Product/Service Code: Y1LZ)

• Install optional picnic tables and Visitor Information Systems (VIS) at two locations (Product/Service Code: Y1PA)

• Construction Delivery Date: 120 Calendar Days After Notice to Proceed (negotiable, offerors must propose their delivery time).

• Work includes construction of parking facilities and recreation facilities (non-building).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 237310 with a small business size standard of $45.0.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 20, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to brian_dankmeyer@ios.doi.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. The government may select other than the lowest priced quote if the perceived benefits merit the price differential.

• A site visit is scheduled for May 1, 2026, at 10:00 HRS ED. RSVP is required by April 29, 2026.

• NAICS Code: 237310

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0

• Firms involved in developing the design or specifications for this construction solicitation are not eligible.

• Attachments include SOW, DOL Wage Determinations, Hardware Manual Markup Details, NPS Sign Colors, NPS Recreation and Prohibition Symbols Markup, and Visitor Information System Markup.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an "active" status.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a comprehensive catalog of National Park Service (NPS) sign symbols, divided into "Recreation Symbols" and "Prohibition Symbols." It serves as a reference for standardized signage within NPS facilities.

Recreation Symbols: Categorized into General, Accommodations, Services, Water Recreation, Land Recreation, and Winter Recreation. Each symbol is accompanied by a unique identifier (e.g., RS-002) and a brief description.

Prohibition Symbols: Features symbols indicating prohibited activities or items, also with unique identifiers (e.g., PS-001) and descriptions.

Accessibility and Miscellaneous Symbols: Includes symbols related to accessibility features and other general information or warnings.

This document is crucial for any bidder involved in projects requiring signage within NPS facilities. It defines the specific symbols that must be used for various recreational activities, services, and prohibitions. Understanding these symbols is essential for ensuring compliance with NPS standards in any signage design, fabrication, or installation work related to this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed color specifications for various park signage and identity panels, including Pantone and CMYK values. It serves as a guide for design intent and material selection to ensure color consistency across different applications.

• Identity Panel Colors: Specifies colors for ID Panels, ID Overbars, and Typography.
• Visitor Information System Panel Colors: Details colors for backgrounds, overbars, and panel backs for visitor information systems.
• Road Sign Panel Colors: Outlines colors for various road sign components like Motorist Guidance, Traffic Regulatory, Pathfinder/Park Boundary Overbars, Highway Green, and Advisory Panels.
• Post Colors: Specifies colors for sign posts.
• Color Codes: Includes MP (Manufacturer Part) numbers, PMS (Pantone Matching System) colors, and CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) values for each specified color.

This document is crucial for any bidder involved in manufacturing, fabricating, or installing signage for the National Park Service (NPS). It dictates the exact color requirements, ensuring that all materials and finished products meet the specified aesthetic and branding standards. Bidders must use these specifications to select appropriate materials and inks to match the required colors accurately.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides panel templates and design standards for the National Park Service's (NPS) Visitor Information System (VIS) for pedestrian signage. It outlines specifications for various sign types, including boundary, danger/warning/caution, and regulation/informational signs.

• Panel Types: Details on "Boundary" signs (entering/leaving parks), "Danger, Warning, and Caution" signs (color-coded by hazard level), and "Regulation and Informational" panels.
• Design Standards: Specifies fonts (Frutiger, Rawlinson), color palettes (Pantone references for overbars, panels, and decals), character height, letter spacing, and tactile/braille requirements compliant with the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA).
• Templates: Includes examples and templates for "Conference Room" and "Theater" signs, illustrating layout, character spacing, and tactile letter specifications.
• Visual and Tactile Signage: Covers requirements for interior and exterior signs, emphasizing contrast, raised text, and braille placement.

This document is crucial for any bidder involved in the design, fabrication, or installation of signage for the NPS. It serves as a comprehensive guide to the required specifications, materials, colors, fonts, and accessibility standards that all signage must adhere to. Understanding these detailed requirements is essential for accurate bidding and successful project execution.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (MD20260044) for heavy and highway construction projects in Prince George's County, Maryland. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction crafts and labor classifications. The decision is dated January 2, 2026, and supersedes a previous decision (MD20250044).

This document is crucial for bidders on construction projects in the specified geographic area and category. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal or federally assisted construction contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor standards when preparing their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for the National Park Service (NPS) to procure the "NACE Revitalize Park Access Points" project. The NPS anticipates issuing a solicitation for this project, which involves the repair of improved access and park visitor experience at Farmington Landing and Fort Foote.

• Repair of improved access and park visitor experience at Farmington Landing and Fort Foote.

• Improvements include grading and re-surfacing existing parking lots and the Fort Foote access road with new crushed stone.

• Replacement of existing vehicle barriers at both locations.

• Removal of damaged benches at Farmington Landing.

• Replacement of existing trash cans and addition of new trash cans at both locations.

• Removal of the existing defunct composting toilet facility at Fort Foote.

• Optional items: providing new picnic tables at Fort Foote and replacing in-kind Visitor Information Signage (VIS) at both locations.

• The project aims to address issues such as poor drainage, standing water, potholes, barriers, and lack of signage, and to improve visitor experience and meet accessibility standards.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price

• Estimated Magnitude: $250,000 - $500,000

• Period of Performance: 120-calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Solicitation anticipated to be issued on or around 4/21/2026.

• Full solicitation package will be available electronically at www.sam.gov.

• Paper copies will not be available.

• Closing Response Date: TBD on or about 5/21/206.

• Contract Award Date: TBD on or about 5/28/2026.

• Offers will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) comparative evaluations and FAR 13.106-3.

• A pre-proposal conference/site visit is anticipated on or around 5/1/2026.

• This acquisition will be a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Proposals will be solicited only from total small business concerns.

• NAICS Code: 237310 – Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0

• All offerors will be required to have a UEI number and an active registration in SAM.gov.

• Offerors will be required to complete Online Representations and Certifications at the SAM website.

• Bid bond required at 20% (not to exceed $3.0 Million).

• Performance and Payment Bonds required within 10 days after award at 100% of the contract award price.