Z--Trail Replacement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Interior Regions 3/4/5, Ohio Major Acquisition Buying Office, intends to issue an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Trail Replacement project at Indiana Dunes National Park (INDU) in Gary, IN. This project, with an anticipated magnitude between $1M and $3M, is 100% set aside for Total Small Businesses. The official solicitation is expected to be released in March/April 2026.
Project Scope
Work will involve providing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the removal and demolition of existing structures, followed by the new construction of boardwalks and staircases at the trail location. Work is anticipated to begin in late summer of 2026.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 140P6426B0002
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Magnitude: Between $1M and $3M
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
- Size Standard: $45 million
- Set-Aside: 100% for Total Small Businesses
- Anticipated Award: July/August 2026
- Performance Start: August/September 2026
- Wage Rates: Construction Wage Rate Requirements for Porter County, IN will apply.
Evaluation & Site Visit
Evaluation factors will be detailed in the official solicitation. A site visit date, time, and location will also be announced in the solicitation. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend to understand the requirements and site conditions.
Registration & Contact
To be eligible for award, offerors must have a UEI number and be registered and active in SAM.gov with completed Online Representations and Certifications by the solicitation close date. Point of Contact: Craig D Bryant, Contracting Officer, craig_bryant@nps.gov.
Previous Market Research
A Sources Sought (Market Survey) was previously conducted (posted January 12, 2026) to gauge contractor interest and capability for this project, with responses due January 16, 2026. This pre-solicitation notice confirms the government's intent to proceed with the IFB.