A14_Market_Research_-_SSN_140P1426Q0054_GLAC_STP_Cabin_Materials_2.docx

United States Department of the Interior

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

CONTRACTING OPERATIONS - CENTRAL

1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Contracting Operations (ConOps) Central Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office (NR MABO) Project Title Glacier National Park (GLAC) - STP MG Cabin 2 and MED Cabin 1 – Construction Materials for 2026–2027 School‑to‑Park Program Response Due Date 4/9/2026 at 12:00 (Noon) pm, Mountain Time NAICS Code

236115 – New Single-Family Housing Construction (Except For-Sale Builders)

Size Standard:

$51.0M PSC Code 5680 – Miscellaneous Construction Materials Point of Contact (POC) Sally Leitch Contract Specialist / Contracting Officer Email: Sally_Leitch@ios.doi.gov

1. NOTICE TYPE

This is a Sources Sought Notice issued solely for Market Research under FAR 15.201(e).

It is not a Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), or Invitation for Bid (IFB), and no solicitation exists at this time.

Responses are voluntary. The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with submitting information. Submission does not guarantee participation in any future solicitation.

2. PROJECT OVERVIEW

The National Park Service (NPS) seeks information from capable vendors able to supply construction materials for two student‑built cabins under the School‑to‑Park (STP) Program for the 2026–2027 school year. Construction will occur in partnership with Columbia Falls High School.

Delivery Location Columbia Falls High School – West Lot 610 13th Street W Columbia Falls, MT Materials will be received and inspected by the NPS Point of Contact (POC). Vendors must coordinate delivery directly with the POC.

Delivery Period August 26–27, 2026 Alternate dates may be considered if coordinated in advance; however, acceptance outside the primary window cannot be guaranteed due to NPS personnel operating at remote field locations.

A complete materials requirements list is included in Appendix A.

3. PURPOSE OF THIS NOTICE

NPS is conducting market research to:

• Identify qualified small and large business concerns

• Determine industry capability to supply materials per Appendix A

• Support acquisition strategy and potential set‑aside determinations All information received will be used for planning purposes only.

4. REQUIRED RESPONSE CONTENT

Interested vendors should submit a Capability Statement addressing the following:

A. Company Information

• Company name

• Mailing address

• Point of contact name, phone, and email

• UEI and CAGE Code

• Business size and socioeconomic designations B. Capability & Experience

• Ability to supply materials matching Appendix A

• Relevant experience providing similar construction‑grade materials

• Ability to meet the August 26–27, 2026 delivery window

• Any industry certifications or specialty qualifications

• Identification of subcontractors/distributors (if applicable) C. Pricing Information (Optional but Helpful) Commercial price lists or historical project pricing

5. RESPONSE FORMAT

Submit responses electronically in PDF or Microsoft Word format.

Email Subject Line:

Sources Sought Response – GLAC STP Cabin Materials Page Limit:

10 pages (excluding attachments such as catalogs)

6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This notice does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

• A solicitation may or may not be issued at a later date.

• Non‑response does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.

• No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

APPENDIX A – SAMPLE MATERIALS TAKE‑OFF FOR ONE CABIN

The following Sample List of materials list (does not obtain all possible materials at this time) includes all required structural, exterior, interior, roofing, truss, electrical, plumbing, insulation, trim, and hardware components needed for construction of a single 18' x 26' School‑to‑Park cabin.

1. FOUNDATION & FLOOR MATERIALS

• 3‑1/2" x 12" x 26' Engineered Microlam Beam – 2 EA

• 3‑1/2" x 12" x 18' Engineered Microlam Beam – 2 EA

• 2‑5/16" x 11‑7/8" x 18' Engineered Wood I‑Joists – 9 EA

• Top‑flange joist hangers – 8 EA

• 3/4" T&G ACX plywood – 17 EA

• Subfloor adhesive – 5 Tubes

2. EXTERIOR WALL MATERIALS

• 2x6x8' fir/larch No. 2 & better – 110 EA

• 2x6x16' Select Structural – 40 EA

• 2x10x16' Select Structural – 10 EA

• 1/2" CDX plywood – 40 EA

• House wrap (9'x100') – 1 Roll

• Rigid foam insulation – 1 EA

3. CRAWL SPACE MATERIALS

• 2x4x16' – 12 EA

• 2x4x8' – 24 EA

• Pressure‑treated lumber – various sizes

4. DECK MATERIALS

• 2x8 joists

• Trex Select decking

• 6x6 posts & galvanized bases

• Simpson hardware

5. INTERIOR WALL MATERIALS

• 2x4x8' – 30 EA

• 2x4x16' – 10 EA

• 2x6 bathroom framing lumber

6. ROOFING MATERIALS

• Ice & Water Shield – 4 Rolls

• 5/8" CDX plywood – 24 EA

• Metal roofing panels – 60 EA

• Ridge cap – 4 EA

• All associated fasteners, sealants, and flashing

7. FASTENERS

• Structural screws, nails, staples, and framing nails in required quantities

8. EXTERIOR SIDING & INTERIOR WALL COVER

• Hardie Plank Lap Siding – 110 EA

• 1/2" AC Plywood – 45 EA

• Pine Battens – 100 EA

9. INTERIOR CEILING & TRIM

• T&G Pine ceiling boards

• Interior casing and jamb extensions

10. EXTERIOR CEDAR TRIM

• Cedar fascia, belly band, trim, gable detail

11. INSULATION

• R‑21 exterior wall insulation

• R‑11 interior wall insulation

• R‑38 ceiling insulation

• Vapor barriers & tape

12. ELECTRICAL MATERIALS

• Electrical boxes

• Romex wire (multiple gauges)

• Ground rods & clamps

• Alarm device

13. PLUMBING MATERIALS

• Toilet, drain, vent components

• PVC pipe and fittings

• Uponor ProPex fittings

14. TRUSSES

• Energy Heel Scissor Trusses – 7 EA

• Energy Heel Common Trusses – 5 EA

• Gable End Trusses – 3 EA

• Simpson truss screws

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