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Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (0002) updates site visit information for the solicitation.

• A site visit has been scheduled for May 07, 2026, at 09:00 AM Central Daylight Time (CDT).

• Updated site visit information is provided as attachment 0006.

• The Period of Performance is updated to 05/18/2026 to 09/18/2026.

• Item 9A (Amendment of Solicitation Number) is updated.

• Item 11 (This item only applies to amendments of solicitations) is updated.

• Attachment 0006 provides updated site visit information.

• The site visit date has been confirmed.

• Offerors must RSVP for the site visit by Wednesday, May 06, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT.

• Questions must be submitted electronically by Monday, May 11, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT.

• The period of performance has been adjusted.

Amendment / Modification

This document provides updated information regarding a site visit for the Control Tower and Observation Deck Rehabilitation project at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.

• Site Visit Date and Time: The site visit is scheduled for Thursday, May 07, 2026, at 09:00 AM EDT.
• Question Submission Deadline: All questions must be submitted electronically in writing by Monday, May 11, 2026, no later than 1:00 PM EDT. No telephonic questions will be accepted.
• RSVP Deadline: Parties planning to attend the site visit must RSVP by Wednesday, May 06, 2025, no later than 3:00 PM EDT.
• Point of Contact for RSVP: Mr. Patrick Williams at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site (Email: patrick_williams@nps.gov, Phone: 334.421.3175).
• Contracting Officer for Questions: Edward Dingle (Email: edward_dingle@ios.doi.gov).

Attendance at the site inspection is considered vital for preparing a competitive quote. Failure to attend may not be used as justification for omissions or miscalculations in technical or price proposals. A summary of questions and answers will be provided as an amendment to the solicitation. No oral questions will be accepted, and terms of the solicitation remain unchanged unless amended in writing.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the original solicitation (140P512600001, dated 04/16/2026) to correct the socio-economic set-aside requirement.

• The socio-economic set-aside requirement on page five (5), Part I, The Schedule Section A, Solicitation/contract form, has been changed.

• It was previously a Women-owned Small Business set-aside and is now changed to a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• The Period of Performance has been updated to 05/18/2026 to 09/18/2026.

• Bidders should acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in offer rejection. Offers may be changed via letter or electronic communication if received prior to the specified opening hour and date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides information regarding a mandatory site visit for the Control Tower and Observation Deck Rehabilitation project at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. It outlines the purpose of the visit, location, date, time, and procedures for submitting questions and RSVPing.

• Project: Control Tower and Observation Deck Rehabilitation, including replacing the Fire Escape System.
• Location: Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, 1616 Chappie James Ave., Tuskegee, Alabama 36083.
• Date and Time: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 09:00 am (EDT).
• Question Submission Deadline: Friday, May 01, 2026, by 1:00 pm (EDT). Questions must be submitted electronically in writing to edward_dingle@nps.gov. No telephonic questions will be accepted.
• RSVP Deadline: Tuesday, May 28, 2025, by 3:00 pm EDT. RSVP to Mr. Patrick Williams at patrick_williams@nps.gov or 334.421.3175.
• Site Visit Point of Contact: Mr. Patrick Williams.

Attendance at this site inspection is considered vital for preparing a competitive and cost-effective quote. It is emphasized that failure to attend may not be used as justification for omissions or miscalculations in technical or price proposals. All questions arising from the site inspection will be summarized and provided as a solicitation amendment. No individual site inspections will be offered. Parties planning to attend must RSVP.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To repair and rehabilitate the observation deck floor and fire escape of the Control Tower at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site (TUAI).

• Task 1: Repair Control Tower Observation Deck: Clean and inspect the observation deck floor for cracks and leaks. Repair deficiencies by layering elastomeric roofing to ensure proper flow to the scupper. Coat the entire deck surface with an elastomeric roofing system. Clean and seal the concrete parapet cap.
• Task 2: Replace the Fire Escape: Remove and document the existing wood fire escape. Construct a new fire escape system, including two balconies and a ladder, using pressure-treated wood materials that match the existing structure's dimensions. The new fire escape will be anchored with steel anchors and painted with approved exterior grade latex paint.

All preservation work and practices must comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic Preservation. Salvageable fabric should be stabilized and reused where possible.

• Place of Performance: Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, 1616 Chappie James Venue, Tuskegee, Alabama 36083.

• Period of Performance: 4 months (120 days) from the notice to proceed.

• Contractor Responsibilities: Provide all necessary materials, equipment, parts, and labor. Dispose of waste offsite. Ensure a safe work environment for employees, visitors, and NPS staff. Work hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, unless otherwise approved.

• Safety: Comply with OSHA, EPA, Federal, State, and local regulations. Submit a company safety plan for approval, addressing areas such as heavy equipment operations, fall protection, public safety, traffic and scaffold safety, PPE, HAZMAT, and emergency response.

• Materials: Use architectural style asphalt shingles, aluminum drip edge, and approved sealants. Gutter components (gutters, end caps, downspouts, outlets) must be specific aluminum types and thicknesses. Use park-approved primer and exterior grade latex paint.

• Quality Assurance: Develop and maintain a Quality Control Program to ensure services meet commercial practices and identify/prevent defective services. The government will periodically evaluate performance.

• Submittals: Prior to Notice to Proceed, submit Project Safety Plan, Proof of Insurance, and Performance and Payment Bonding.

• Site Visit: Highly recommended for contractors to conduct a site visit prior to submitting a quote.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Historical Preservation team to Repair the Control Tower Observation Deck and Replace the Fire Escape System at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site in Tuskegee, Alabama. The project is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside.

• Repair the Control Tower Observation Deck.

• Replace the Fire Escape System.

• Provide a Historical Preservation team.

• Adhere to the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Comply with Davis Bacon prevailing wages for Macon County, Alabama.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 05/18/2026 to 09/18/2026 (120 calendar days).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a small business size standard of $45,000,000.00.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026, at 1:00pm EST.

• Submission Method: Via email only to edward_dingle@nps.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering Technical Approach and Capability, Past Performance and Experience, and Price.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Site Visit: April 29, 2026, at 9:00am CT.
  • Questions Due: May 01, 2026, at 1:00pm EST.
  • Quotes Due: May 15, 2026, at 1:00pm EST.

• This requirement is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside.

• Offerors must have an active SAM record and provide their UEI number and Cage Code.

• Offerors must possess a current and valid Alabama Contractor State License (BC-S classification or similar).

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (100% of contract price) within 10 days of award.

• A certificate of insurance is required with specific coverage amounts.

• Participation in the site visit is highly recommended.

• Offerors must submit quotes in three volumes: Technical, Past Performance, and Price (using Attachment 0003).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire attached to Solicitation Number 140P5126Q0001. Its purpose is to gather feedback from references regarding the offeror's performance on previous contracts. This information will be used as source selection information to evaluate the offeror's proposal for the project to Repair the Control Tower Observation Deck and Replace the Fire Escape System for Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.

• Contract Information: Requires details of the referenced contract, including contract number, value, period of performance, and a description of items provided.
• Evaluation Criteria: Provides definitions for performance ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) across several categories: Performance, Timeliness, Ability to Resolve Timeliness Problems, Quality of Work, and Overall Rating.
• Narrative Comments: Space is provided for detailed comments to support the ratings in each category.

Bidders must ensure their references complete and submit this questionnaire by the closing date of the RFP. The feedback provided by these references will directly impact the evaluation of the bidder's past performance, which is a critical factor in the source selection process. Accurate and positive feedback is essential for a strong proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision, specifically a Wage Determination, for building construction projects in Alabama. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for various labor classifications under federal contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act.

• Applicable Area: Barbour, Bullock, Butler, Coffee, Covington, Crenshaw, Macon, and Pike Counties in Alabama.
• Project Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Labor Classifications & Rates: Lists specific trades (e.g., Boilermaker, Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Laborer) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefit amounts.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations related to these orders.
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains various identifiers (e.g., SU, UAVG, SA) used to denote the source and type of wage rates.
• Appeals Process: Details the process for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates when preparing their proposals for federal construction contracts in the specified counties. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document also informs bidders about mandatory paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.