A14_P1426R0010_Market_Research_-_Source_Sought_1.docx

Title: Sources Sought – Remodel the Visitor Center for New Exhibits at Golden Spike National Historic Park Notice ID: 140P1426R0012 Posted Date: March 6, 2026 Response Date:

Set Aside: Market Research Only NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction Size Standard: $45M

1. DISCLAIMER

This Sources Sought Notice is issued for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government is not obligated to issue a solicitation or award a contract as a result of this notice. Responses to this notice are not considered offers.

2. AGENCY INFORMATION

Department of the Interior Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Office

Point of Contact:

Stacy Vallie Stacy_Vallie@nps.gov

3. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT

The National Park Service (NPS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified contractors capable of performing construction services to Remodel the Visitor Center for New Exhibits at Golden Spike National Historic Park.

This project involves refurbishing the 4,500-square-foot Golden Spike National Historical Park Visitor Center. Built in 1968, the Visitor Center houses offices for seasonal and permanent park staff, the Western National Parks Association (WNPA), a library, exhibit space, an information desk, a small theater, and WNPA retail space. Open year-round, it serves all 63,000 annual park visitors.

The project will update interior spaces including many wall, floor, and ceiling finishes. It will update 1960’s era electrical components, install energy-efficient lighting and adjust circuits to support new exhibits, office space, and the park’s cooperating association store. Additional work includes updates to almost 60-year-old HVAC components and minor modifications to approximately 1,500 square feet of fire sprinklers, fire alarms, intrusion alarms, and communication systems to improve reliability. To enhance public health, the project also includes rodent-proofing, and asbestos and lead paint abatement.

The project addresses deferred maintenance and improves accessibility, energy efficiency, pest control, and office functionality. This refurbishment will transform the center from a tired space with ageing and inefficient systems, static displays, and poor lighting into a modern space with an engaging, interactive visitor experience that will need little additional investment to be able to serve the public for the next 50 years.

The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000 (FAR 36.204).

The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price construction contract.

5. SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS OF INTEREST

The Government is seeking capability statements from:

· Small Business

· Small Disadvantaged Business

· 8(a)

· HUBZone

· Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

· Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

· Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business (EDWOSB)

· Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE)

6. REQUESTED INFORMATION

Interested firms should submit a capability statement that includes:

1. Business Information (complete and return with the requested information below)

Name of Firm:

Address:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

UEI Number:

Business size under NAICS 236220:

2. Size status/SBA certification: Mark all that apply and return with the requested information. (See FAR Part 19, Small Business Programs):

☐Small Business (meets size standard for NAICS or Non-manufacturer) ☐Small Disadvantaged Business ☐8(a) ☐󠆢HUBZone ☐Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) ☐󠆢Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) ☐󠆢Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) ☐Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE)

3. Relevant Experience

a. Description of similar construction projects performed within the past 5 years

b. Project name, location, and dollar value

c. Description of work performed

d. Customer name and contact information

4. Bonding Capacity

a. Single project bonding capacity

b. Aggregate bonding capacity

5. Technical Capability

a. Experience with installation of underground utilities or fire protection water systems

b. Experience working on federal projects or within active facilities

6. Interest in Future Solicitation

a. Statement of interest in competing for this requirement if a solicitation is issued.

7. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Responses shall be no longer than 5 pages and submitted electronically in PDF format.

Submit responses to Stacy_Vallie@nps.gov

Subject line shall read, “Sources Sought Response – Golden Spike Visitor Center Remodel, 140P1426R0010”.

Responses are due no later than March 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time.

The solicitation is anticipated to be posted to SAM.gov under solicitation #140P1426R0012 in early or mid-May.

8. QUESTIONS

Questions regarding this notice may be submitted via email to the point of contact listed above.

9. NOTICE

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ).