Z--CONSTRUCTION, ROOF REPLACEMENT AT FORT MATANZAS NA

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment provides the Questions and Answers document.

• All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged.

• The Questions and Answers document is being provided.

• The period of performance is stated as 03/01/2026 to 03/01/2027.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions received prior to the solicitation deadline of 01/30/2026.

• Visitor Center Operations: The visitor center will remain open during construction. Contractors must ensure no materials fall on entrances or surrounding areas and maintain a safe work site. Preferred methods include temporary fencing, overhead protection, traffic control, clear signage, designated pedestrian pathways, and daily housekeeping.
• Staging Area: The government will provide a staging area for materials for both the Visitor Center and Law Enforcement buildings.
• Gutters: Gutters for the Law Enforcement building must be solid copper and match the style of the Visitor Center gutters. 20 oz copper half-round gutters are acceptable.
• Roof Flashings: Copper is required where it currently exists on the Visitor Center roof for historical compliance. In other areas, aluminum or other non-steel products are acceptable if compliant with the Brava installation guide and Florida Building Code. No steel products are allowed due to the saltwater environment. All finishes must be consistent with existing materials for historical consistency.
• Pre-Construction Items: NPS staff will remove items attached to the building where gutters will be mounted (e.g., lights, antenna wiring) prior to the start of work.
• Superintendent Qualifications: Contractors must comply with all contract requirements regarding safety plans, OSHA standards, and certifications (CQM, SSHO). The onsite superintendent may perform work, as NPS does not control contractor staff assignments.
• Scope of Work Error: The reference to a standing seam roof in the scope of work is an error.

This document clarifies requirements related to site access, material specifications, and potential errors in the original solicitation, which may affect bidder proposals and understanding of the scope.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To replace existing cedar wood shake shingles on two structures and repair/replace gutters and chimney caps at the Fort Matanzas National Monument (FOMA) Visitor's Center/Interpretation Offices and Law Enforcement Office/Garage. The existing roofs are over 14 years old and have sustained damage from recent hurricanes and storms.

Visitor's Center/Interpretation Offices (approx. 19 squares of roof surface):

• Remove and dispose of existing roofing materials.
• Replace rotted roof rafters.
• Install new ridge vents.
• Remove/replace sheathing, soffit, and facia material as needed with like-kind material.
• Install peel and stick membranes and drip edge/flashing per manufacturer and Florida building code.
• Install Brava™ Cedar Shake shingles (color: "Weathered") using specified fasteners for high wind installation.
• Install Brava™ shake ridge and hip caps.
• Re-use existing copper gutter system, replacing damaged sections with new 20-ounce copper of the same shape and size. Remove debris from gutters and underground drainage pipe.
• Replace the Visitor's Center chimney cap with 20-ounce copper, maintaining existing shape.

Law Enforcement Office/Garage (approx. 9 squares of roof surface):

• Remove and dispose of existing roofing materials.
• Replace rotted roof rafters.
• Install new ridge vents.
• Remove/replace sheathing, soffit, and facia material as needed with like-kind material.
• Install peel and stick membranes and drip edge/flashing per manufacturer and Florida building code.
• Install Brava™ Cedar Shake shingles (color: "Weathered") using specified fasteners for high wind installation.
• Install Brava™ shake ridge and hip caps.
• Install a new 20-ounce copper gutter system (gutters, downspouts, fasteners) of the same shape and size as the Visitor's Center system.

General Tasks for Both Structures:

• Remove all construction debris.

• Return construction areas to their original condition.

• File/register manufacturer warranty.

• Work to be completed within 60 days after notice to proceed.

• Work hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. No work outside these hours or on weekends/holidays without COR approval.

• Location: Fort Matanzas National Monument, St. Augustine, FL.

• Contractor must comply with OSHA, NPS Management Policies, Florida Building Code, National Electric Code, National Plumbing Code, International Building Code, and Brava™ Shake Installation Guidelines (or approved equal).

• Contractor must protect site features from damage and repair any damage caused.

• Contractor must coordinate staging areas with the COR.

• Contractor is responsible for site safety and accident prevention/reporting.

• Contractors must field verify all measurements and quantities before submitting a proposal.

• Exterior paint color for replaced materials: platinum gray (Ben Moore Classic, ingredients B-1Y84, C-215, and I-70).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Roof Replacement at the Visitor Center and Law Enforcement Buildings at Fort Matanzas National Monument. The estimated magnitude of this project is between $25,000 to $100,000. This solicitation is set aside as a Total Small Business competitive action.

• Replacement of roofs at the Visitor Center Building and the Law Enforcement Building.

• The contractor shall provide all labor, parts, tools, equipment, and supervision necessary for the roof replacement.

• Work must be completed within 364 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price construction contract.

• Period of Performance: 03/01/2026 to 03/01/2027.

• Performance and Payment Bonds will be required.

• Proposals are due by February 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

• Submit offers via email to Tony_eusebio@nps.gov with the subject line: “Proposal 140P5426R0001”.

• Proposals must include: Completed SF-1442, Technical Proposal, Capabilities and Experience, Past Performance Questionnaires, and Cost Proposal.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Approach, Past Performance, Experience, Technical Capability, and Cost Proposals.

• This solicitation is a Total Small Business competitive action. Bidders must have this designation in their SAM.gov registration.

• A site visit is scheduled for January 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Contractors must email Stephen Greulich at stephen_greulich@nps.gov to confirm attendance by January 28, 2026.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer by January 30, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. ET. Answers will be posted as an amendment around February 2, 2026.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determinations related to heavy construction projects, specifically including sewer and water lines, in St. Johns County, Florida. It supersedes a previous decision number (FL20240135) and provides updated wage rates and fringes for various construction crafts.

This document is crucial for bidders on projects requiring these types of heavy construction in the specified location. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project, as mandated by the Davis-Bacon Act. Bidders must consult these rates to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor standards. The document also details paid holidays and provides information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors, as well as the process for appealing wage determinations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire for Solicitation # 140P5426R0001. It is used to gather feedback on the Offeror's performance for a previous or current contract, specifically related to the "Roof Replacement at Visitor Center and Law Enforcement Buildings" opportunity.

• Contractor Information: Name of the Offeror being rated, their contact phone and email.
• Contract Referenced: Details of the contract being evaluated, including Contract or Identifying Number, Contract Value, Period of Performance, and a brief description of items provided.
• Person Completing Questionnaire: Name, Agency/Company, Title, Phone, and E-mail of the individual providing the evaluation.
• Evaluation Sections: The questionnaire asks for ratings on:
  • Performance (Overall ability to meet requirements)
  • Timeliness (Ability to provide products promptly and resolve timeliness problems)
  • Quality of Work (Ability to meet task requirements and overall quality)
  • Overall Rating of Contractor's performance (considering requirements, schedule, and price).
• Evaluation Definitions: Provides definitions for ratings from "Exceptional" to "Unsatisfactory" and "Not Applicable (N/A)".
• Comments: Space is provided for detailed comments for each evaluation section and general comments.

This questionnaire is a critical tool for the government to assess the past performance of potential bidders. Bidders should ensure that their references are aware of this requirement and are prepared to provide accurate and detailed feedback. The information gathered will directly impact the evaluation of proposals for the referenced opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice for a Firm Fixed Price construction contract to be awarded by the Department of the Interior-National Park Service (NPS) Contracting Operations East. The project involves Roof Replacement at the Visitor Center and Law Enforcement Buildings located within Fort Matanzas National Monument, St. Augustine, FL.

• The work includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, supplies, transportation, and supervision for roof replacement.

• Detailed specifications and drawings will be provided when the formal solicitation is issued.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction Contract.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000 and $100,000.

• Expected Award: Late March 2026 or early April 2026.

• Federal Construction Wage Rates for Saint Johns County, Florida will apply.

• The solicitation will be issued electronically via SAM.gov around the week of January 5th, 2026, and will remain posted for 30 days.

• Submission will require a technical proposal, price proposal, and past performance documentation.

• Offerors must upload their organization's representations and certifications on SAM.gov prior to submitting their offer.

• Best value will be determined based on price and other factors.

• Payment Bonds will be required.

• This requirement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Interested offerors MUST have an active vendor record in SAM.gov.

• Offerors must be a Small Business under NAICS Code 238160 – Roofing Contractors (Size Standard: $19.0M).

• Offerors must NOT have any active exclusion such as a delinquent federal debt or debarment.

• This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for offers.

• Drawings or specifications are not available at this time.

• A single site visit will be scheduled and announced in the solicitation.

• It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor SAM.gov for amendments, updates, and responses to questions/answers.

• No hardcopies or email copies of the solicitation will be provided, and no verbal questions will be accepted.