A14-_40565021_Sources_Sought_pkg_1.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Scope of this contract is to supply, deliver and place, contemporary style furniture for single bedroom and double bedroom housing units.

Yellowstone National Park (YELL)

This is a “Sources Sought Notice” for the purpose of conducting market research and obtaining industry information ONLY. This is not a solicitation announcement for proposals and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Proposals are NOT being requested, nor accepted at this time. The purpose of this synopsis is to obtain information from businesses that would be interested and capable of providing the types of services noted below. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow-up information requests. The

National Park Service (NPS) will use information obtained through this sources sought as well as other market research to develop an acquisition strategy.

The National Park Service in Arizona is conducting market research to determine the availability of small businesses, certified 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-owned, and Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small

Business sources with current relevant qualifications, experience, personnel, and capability of delivering, supplying and placing furniture for single bedroom and double bedroom housing units within

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)

Code is 337121. The small business size standard is 1,000

The work will consist of providing contemporary style furnishings for the following living spaces for each of the 32 housing units: living, dining room, bedroom, and outdoor patio. See following for dimension requirements, quantity totals, delivery dates and pictures.

The Government will use responses to this sources sought announcement to make appropriate acquisition decisions. A decision will be made whether to issue the solicitation as a set-aside for 8(a), HubZone, Woman-Owned, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned contractors, or whether to issue a solicitation as full and open competition.

The Government invites contractors with the experience and capabilities to submit the following information:

1) Company name, address, point of contact name, phone number, e-mail address, and DUNS #.

2) The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 337121, Upholstered Household

Furniture; the largest a firm can be and still qualify as a small business for Federal Government programs under NAICS code 337121 is no larger than 1,000 employees.

Is your firm eligible for participation in a small business program (Small Business, HUBZone, Small

Business 8(a), Women-Owned Small Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, or

Other)

Yes, state small business program ________________________________

No, Large Business

United States Department of the Interior

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Arizona Major Acquisition Buying Office

1824 South Thompson Street, Suite 200

Flagstaff AZ 86001

No, nonprofit.

Other than small businesses are requested to respond to this notice in the event the market does not indicate Small Business interest.

3) If your company were selected, how many calendar days would your company need after the contract award date before you could begin providing services?

Note the requested delivery time frame for this procurement; note on the capability statement if your company can accommodate these delivery/production times.

30 days

60 days

Other ______

4) Please submit a brief Capability Statement (less than 5 pages) consisting of appropriate capability documentation and references with enough information to demonstrate to the NPS that your company can provide the services. To include color options and possible alternatives that your company can provide by the required delivery dates. Respondents must include references and a capability statement for at least two (2) projects/contracts within the preceding three years that are similar in scope and magnitude. For each reference include the company name and title, telephone number, and point of contact. Indicate whether your firm was the prime contractor or subcontractor on other similar projects. Respondents shall provide a list of projects by contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, project completion dates, overall performance ratings and evidence of the following specific capabilities:

a. Provide examples of contracts successfully performed as a prime contractor within the preceding three years of similar size, scope and complexity as the work indicated above. Indicate project specifics and provide references with names and phone numbers.

b. Provide proof of SBA certification, or similar, for 8(a), HubZone status, Woman-Owned, or

Service Disabled Veteran-Owned small business firm.

The capabilities statement request is not a Request for Quotations, Request for Proposals or Invitation for

Bids, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach, but rather the Government is requesting a short statement regarding your company’s ability to provide the services listed above. Any commercial brochures or currently existing marketing material may also be submitted with the capabilities statement. Submission of capabilities statement will assist our office in tailoring the requirement to be consistent with industry standards. The capabilities will be evaluated for the purpose of determining to Set-Aside for the Small Business Community or to conduct as an Unrestricted

Procurement.

5) Provide any additional feedback that you feel is relevant (e.g., problem or delays in delivery/lead times of such items on the park service requirement or any other issues experience with similar contracts).

6) See following for YELL contemporary style furniture dimension requirements, quantity totals, delivery date requirements and pictures of possible options (12pages).

Please respond to this announcement via direct email to Taylor_A_Jones@nps.gov

The subject line of the email shall state: YELL Furnishings -SOURCES SOUGHT. The Government is under no obligation to consider information received after 11 February 2022 as part of the formal market research for this or any future acquisition that may be contemplated. Telephone calls will not be accepted requesting a bid package or solicitation. At this time, there is no bid package or solicitation. In order to protect the procurement integrity of any future procurement that may arise from this announcement, information regarding the technical point of contact will not be given and no appointments for presentations may be made.

Firms responding to this sources sought announcement who fail to provide all of the required information may not be considered by the Government in making the acquisition decision, which is the intent of the sources sought announcement.

This posting is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the market research.

Provide Furniture for NPS Employee Housing

Yellowstone National Park

1. Project Description

The scope of this contract is to supply, deliver and place, furniture for single bedroom and double bedroom housing units within the boundaries of Yellowstone National Park. All housing units are new construction modular single-story type.

A. Mammoth Hot Springs -12 each single bedroom units, and 20 each double bedroom units

The entire order must provide some variety between housing units with color and finishes while being compatible enough to allow changes between housing units if needed.

Specific Responsibilities

Provide furnishings for the following living spaces for each of the 32 housing units: See attached pictures

• Living

• Dining Room

• Bedroom

• Outdoor Patio

The scope of work only includes those items listed here in.

Quantity recommendations for each space are listed below.

Livingroom furniture: Double units 2-bedroom Single units 1- bedroom

• Sofa/Loveseat: 1 each 0 each

• Armchairs: 1 each 1 each

• End Table: 2 each 1 each

• Floor Lamp: 1 each 1 each

• Coffee Table: 1 each 0 each

• Area rug 1 each 0 each

• Entry rug 2 each 1 each

Dining room furniture:

• Dining table 1 each 0 each

• Dining room chairs 2 each 0 each

• Kitchen counter height stools 3 each 2 each

• Kitchen island and stools 0 each 1 each

Patio Furniture:

• Patio chairs 2 each 2 each

• Patio table 1 each 1 each

Bedroom Furniture:

• Bed frame with headboard 2 each 1 each

• Queen mattress 2 each 1 each

• Nightstand 4 each 2 each

• Table lamp 4 each 2 each

Contractor shall provide all furniture items, delivery to their destination, unpackaging, placement and cleanup. Units are not large and space is limited, unit entry doors are 36 inches wide

Furniture Specifications

Furnishings shall be made in the United States of America

All wood products shall be FSC certified

All exposed wood shall be solid wood core.

All measurements provided are approximations

All furniture legs and bases shall be equipped with felt flooring protection installed before placement into housing units

All wood finishes shall have a lacquer/polyurethane finish applied by the manufacture.

The contractor is encouraged to provide furniture that is made of sustainable and or recovered materials, minimize toxic chemicals, stain treatments for fabrics and finishes, when they are available.

Furniture must be robust and sturdy with resilient finishes.

Items Furniture classifications shall be of a complementary design. Contemporary style furniture refers to furniture that is popular today. Modern furniture often looks clean, and lines are simple, uncomplicated, and the overall appearance tends to be fresh.

https://www.countrysideamishfurniture.com/products/contemporary-tables

Minimum requirements for each furniture classification are as follows:

Sofas frame construction:

• Frame construction/solid hard wood materials:

• Sofa framing construction shall be joined with mortise and tenon joints

• Reinforced corner blocks/wooden dowels and or metal screws and brackets

• A frame stapled and glued together is not acceptable

• Framing shall be constructed using kiln dried wood or engineered wood.

• All product used to construct sofa shall be formaldehyde free.

• The sofa shall be of a track/side arms design

• The sofa shall have 6 each, solid wood legs (plastic or man-made material not acceptable)

• Seat/frame design: heavy duty 2x4 all wood support rails with steel bolt fastening and reinforced corner blocks.

Sofa upholstered, fabric and spring material:

• Minimum 8-gauge sinuous springs spaced roughly 2 inches on center with metal clips and screw attachment points (webbing or mesh is not acceptable)

• Sinuous springs are “S”-shaped and run from the front of the frame seat to the back.

• Stabilizing support wires at a minimum to include two silent-tie wires running across and clipped to each spring.

• Cushions shall consist of a multi ply mix of high-density foam wrapped in low-density foam for longevity and comfort

• Unacceptable material: formaldehyde glues and adhesives are one of the biggest sources of chemical off-gassing from furniture—and they’re toxic to the body.

• Where an adhesive is required, a low-VOC, water-based emulsion will not endanger health with off-gassing fumes. The best furniture glue options will be certified by Green Guard, the best-known independent testing and certifying authority.

• Products made to construct the sofas shall be certified Green Guard GOLD to meet the most restrictive standard for low chemical emissions.

• Natural appearance light brown/oatmeal colors.

• Durable/high resilience. Inter-woven, stain resistant, no VOC/formaldehyde.

• Arm Covers shall be provided

• 3 back and 3 seat cushions (2 each for loveseat),

• Cushions shall be loose/removable, with removable covers for the seat.

• Extra firm seat cushions shall consist of a polyester fiber wrap, soft foam kicker panels, and high-density foam core

• Under the sofa upholstery there shall be padding over the frame. To protects the outer upholstery from unnecessary wear and tear.

Armchairs:

• Armchair construction shall consist of an underlying frame, upholstery, legs, arms, cushioning, and outer fabric

• Chair construction shall include Side rails, stand, front rail, back stretcher rail, and front arm post

• Outer frame construction/hard wood materials only

• Inner frame shall be constructed of kiln-dried hardwood.

• Wood or brushed stainless steel materials – exposed elements the same tones and colors as the sofa if applicable.

• Open frame design with real wood legs

• Wood stain on legs is mocha

Armchair upholstered, fabric

• Seat height is 17"

• Fabric/soft materials: The fabric shall be constructed of natural materials

• Fabric shall be of a shrink- resistant type

• The seat cushion shall be made from soft upholstery material for added comfort.

• Armchair to be fabric covered - preferably in the same fabric or complimentary to the sofa

• Firm box seat cushions tailored in woven fabric.

Nightstand double unit specifications:

• Product dimensions 23"W x 17"D x 28.75"H

• Solid wood construction

• Nightstand shall have 2-3 drawers

• Nightstand shall be equipped with either a USB port outlet or designated cell phone holder tray

• Bronze drawer pulls

• Five-piece drawer box with English dovetails

• Cedar bottom panels lining the bottom drawer(s)

• All drawers shall have full extension drawer glides for easy open and close

• Weight not to exceed 62 lbs.

• Same finish and color as the bedframe

Nightstand single unit specifications:

• Product dimensions: 27 in. H x 13 3/4 in. W x 19 7/8 L

• Solid wood construction or minimal manufactured wood top with metal base legs

• Color: top surface wood should be natural or mocha in color, base legs should be a black powder coat finish.

• Bronze drawer pulls

• C-shaped accent table

• Nightstand shall be equipped with either a USB port outlet or designated cell phone holder tray

• Same finish and color as the bedframe

Mattress: Queen size

• Mattress height 9” min to 13.25” max

• Fiber shall provide antimicrobial properties

• Cool type gel foam

• Multi-layer design for pressure relief and contouring with breathable cover for airflow

• Firmness of between 6 and 8 on the firmness scale.

• This mattress shall be engineered for maximum pressure relief, and ideal for all sleeper types

(side, back, stomach, and combination sleepers).

• Method to reduce motion transfer such as individually wrapped coil system

• Mattress designed with removable cover and a zipper, so it can be removed for machine washing.

• Mattress shall have edge encasement reinforcement

Bedframe:

• A mattress, no matter how sturdy relies on substantial support. The bed frame shall ensure the mattress is held in place, leaving no room for it to slide or sag. durable and supportive solid wood bed frame shall prevent any disturbance caused by creaking, squeaking, or screeching.

• Frame, legs, and slats - kiln-dried hardwood or minimal engineered wood

• Bedframe to include a headboard, low rise footboard, rails, and platform (box spring is not required)

• Bed frame assembly shall be assembly with off the shelf metal fasteners (wood or metal screws are unacceptable)

• If the bed base design is slats, they shall be spaced at just under 3” apart to evenly hold up the mattress while providing optimum support and breathability.

• The bed design shall not squeak or creek and have a weight capacity of 1500 lb.

• Wood stain in mocha

Floor Lamps:

• Overall: 18.5"Dia. x 59"H, 9.24 lbs.

• Base: 17"W x 17"D

• Shade: 18.5"Dia. x 11"H

• Cord: 6.08'L

• Style: Farmhouse and/or Industrial

• Made of rubberwood, paper bamboo and metal

• Includes natural bamboo-paper shade

• Uses LED lightbulb 150 watt maximum

• Dimmable switch with high, medium, and low light settings

• UL listed

Table Lamps:

• Dimensions: 17.5 Inches (H) x 11 Inches (W) x 11 Inches (D)

• Style: Farmhouse and/or Industrial style

• Base/stand material: Ceramic, neutral gray tone

• Shade style: Drum in neutral white or beige tone

• Shade size approximately: 8 inches (H) x 9 inches (D)

• Shade Color: Beige

• Shade Fabric: Cotton, Polyester

• LED lighting dimmable UL listed

Dining table and chairs:

• Table dimensions: 54 in. W x 30 in. H x 16 in. deep

• Table construction: rectangular, solid wood with hinged fold-down leaves

• Table shall have a water fall edge trim design

• Table shall be finished on all sides

• The leg of your table shall fit the style of the dining room table. Tapered tubular rectangular legs finished in a black stain

• Table Finish: medium brown wood stain with clear urethane protective coating on all surfaces

Dining table chairs:

• Chair dimensions: 32'' H x 18'' W x 23.5'' D

• Two each per unit specified

• Preformed solid wood chairs, metal legs

• Chair seat area black in color

• The seat shall be to be fastened using threaded inserts in the base (wood screws are unacceptable)

• Base material: painted black #304 grade stainless steel

• Hoop/rectangular design round metal legs with rubber feet

Kitchen counter height stools

• 26-inch maximum seating height

• 16-inch-wide x 12- inches deep seat

• 20-inch-wide tubular base with a 12- inch from floor footrest

• Weight capacity 300 pounds

• Saddle seat, with footrest

• The barstool shall have angled legs and floor protectors to ensure reliable stability.

• Metal hardware is finished in black.

• Kiln-dried wood helps prevent warping, splitting, cracking, and developing mildew.

• Barstools: wood saddle style seat with metal mid-century legs

• Barstool finish: medium brown wood stain, black metal

Kitchen island and bar stools:

• Island dimensions 30.125W x 30.125D x 36.188H

• Seat/stool dimensions 18.5W x 12.25 x 25.75H

• Three pieces: kitchen island and two bar stools

• Construction: rectangular, solid wood tabletop

• Solid wood base with solid wood top

• Suitable for use as a dining table, desk, or entryway table

• Designed to coordinate with counter-height stools

• Brace piece/stretcher for added stability

• Solid wood chairs, cushioned seats that tuck under the table when not in use

• Finish = medium brown wood stain with clear urethane protective coating on all surfaces

Chairside table/end table:

• Overall: 20" wide x 20" deep x 21.5" high

• Features 1 drawer for additional storage.

• Crafted of kiln-dried solid wood with ½ inch round steel hairpin design leg frame.

• Medium brown stain

• Leg frame features a powder coated antique bronze finish.

• Drawer pulls are made of metal with an antique bronze finish.

• Kiln-dried wood helps prevent warping, splitting, cracking, and developing mildew.

Coffee Table

• Dimensions: Overall: 39.5" wide x 24" deep x 16" high

• Features 2 drawers for additional storage.

• Crafted of kiln-dried solid wood with ½ inch round hairpin design steel leg frame.

• Medium brown stain

• Leg frame features a powder coated antique bronze finish.

• Drawer pulls are made of metal with an antique bronze finish.

Patio Furniture:

Table: Width 18", Height 38.75", Depth 21"

Seat: Width 16", Height 17.5", Depth 16"

• Three-piece patio set to include two chairs and a round table

• Solid wood construction (acceptable wood types are acacia or teak)

• Chairs shall include a slat design

• No seat cushions, or if cushioned, they shall be removable

• Furniture for outdoor use

• No assembly required

• Weather and bug resistant teak harvested responsibly from well-managed plantations

• Hand sanded finish is gold

• Slated tops and seats designed to let water pass through and avoid puddles

• Carefully kiln dried to protect against cracks and shrinking

• Marine-grade stainless steel hardware shall not rust

• Weight capacity: 250 lbs.

• Finish: Natural Teak

• Material: Teak Wood

• Foldable

Area Rug:

• Size: 5ft x 8ft

• Made of polyester with cotton canvas backing, low pile

• Neutral colors in tone of white, yellow and/or blue

• Patterned: stripes, large zigzag, Gabbeh/Persian, or similar styles

• Must have finished edges, no tassels, or loose woven ends

Entry Rug:

• Size: 3 ft. x 5 ft. entry rug

• Material: Jute rug, ½ in. thickness, black finished border trim

Period of Performance:

All furnishings shall be delivered and placed within housing units no later than April 30,2022