Z--Nicodemus NHS - Tuckpoint Masonry & Painting

Quick Summary

The National Park Service (NPS), under the Department of the Interior, is seeking quotations for Tuckpoint Masonry & Painting services at the Nicodemus National Historic Site (NHS) in Nicodemus, KS. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside solicitation, conducted using simplified acquisition procedures. The project involves exterior masonry cleaning, tuck-pointing, and window repair/painting for the Township Hall building. Quotations are due by February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.

Scope of Work

The contractor will perform comprehensive exterior maintenance on the historic Township Hall building, including:

• Masonry Cleaning: Cleaning approximately 3,747 SF of exterior stone and brick surfaces using gentle methods (e.g., nylon bristle brush, power washing limited to 100 PSI).
• Tuck-pointing: Removing and replacing approximately 375 SF of loose and cracked mortar, including the chimney. Repairing broken stone under a lintel is preferred over replacement. Any tuck-pointing exceeding 375 sq ft requires agreement via modification.
• Window Repair & Painting: Inspecting, cleaning, reglazing, priming, and painting both the interior and exterior of approximately 16 multiple-pane steel frame windows. This includes handling asbestos-containing glazing (15% Chrysotile, non-friable) in most windows, requiring adherence to NESHAP regulations. Exterior wood trim and metal frames also require painting, with specific preparation guidelines.
• Site Logistics: Ground protection for lifts/scaffolding is mandatory. On-site water and electrical services are available. Interior work must be coordinated with visitor center closures (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
• Period of Performance: 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
• NAICS Code: 238140 - Masonry Contractors (Small Business Size Standard: $19.0M).
• Bonding: A Payment Bond OR Irrevocable Letter of Credit (100% of contract value) is required within 10 calendar days after contract award.
• Place of Performance: 304 Washington Avenue, Nicodemus, KS 67625.

Submission & Evaluation

• Quotation Due Date: February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.
• Submission Method: Via email to adam_kircher@nps.gov. The subject line must include the solicitation number, project name, and email number. Total email size limit is 25MB.
• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror providing the best value based on price, technical capability, and prior experience. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 60 days.
• Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov with an "active" status.
• Clarifications: Multiple amendments have been issued, including revised Q&A documents (latest Rev. 2) clarifying requirements for material analysis, window work, asbestos/lead paint handling, and stone repair.

Contact Information

• Primary Contact: Adam Kircher, adam_kircher@nps.gov, 402-661-1606.