A14_SSN_RELEASED_v2_May2026_1.docx

United States Department of the Interior

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

DENVER SERVICE CENTER

CONTRACTING SERVICES

1 DENVER FEDERAL CENTER, BUILDING 50

P.O. BOX 25287

DENVER, COLORADO 80225-0287

File Code: A14 Sources Sought Notice (SSN)

D5217 (DSC-CS)

CHIS 335648

Solicitation No. 140P2026R0096

** This is a SSN for the purpose of conducting Market Research. Proposals are NOT being requested, nor accepted at this time. Responses are being requested from both Large and Small Businesses. **

1. Purpose:

a. The purpose of this SSN is to gain knowledge regarding the types of interested businesses and their qualifications. Information obtained through this SSN by the NPS will be utilized to develop the acquisition strategy. The amount of interest, or lack thereof, will determine the possibility of a Small Business or other Socio-Economic Set-Aside for solicitation and award purposes. Analysis of the quality of responses to this SSN will be considered in the Market Research being conducted and in the making of any set-aside determination for this requirement.;

b. The Government anticipates conducting a competitive acquisition for this requirement. The amount of interest or lack thereof will determine the possibility of a small business or other socio-economical small business set-aside for solicitation. Analysis of the quality of responses to this source sought announcement will be considered in the market research being conducted, and in the making of any small business set-aside determination for this requirement; and

c. No solicitation, proposal package, specifications, or drawings are available with this SSN.

2. Cost Reimbursement: Response to this announcement is strictly voluntary. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this SSN, nor any follow-up information requests.

3. Bonding: Bid, Performance, and Payment Bonds will be required.

4. North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 237990 and Size Standard: $45M

5. Project Description:

The project is located at Santa Barbara Island in Channel Islands National Park. The Park Headquarters are located in Ventura County, CA. Santa Barbara Island lies approximately 38 miles west of the closest mainland point in Southern California. It is a remote, rugged island with boat access available only in the Landing Cove area. This area—referred to also as the “Landing Cove,” the “Wharf,” or the “Landing Dock” (as shown in Figure 2)—serves as the sole access point for Park, Concessioner, and visitor vessels.

This project will address storm related damage sustained at the Santa Barbara Island Wharf. Since 2016, the Wharf has experienced multiple storm events, including significant damage during the atmospheric river storms of 2023. Damage includes the complete loss of eight timber fender piles, one timber breasting pile, two timber bearing piles, the entire lower level (including the access ladder and railings), as well as damage to the upper-level wood deck and railings.

Figure 1 – Location Map

Figure 2 - Wharf (i.e. "Landing Dock" location

a. The project is located at: Santa Barbara Island in Channel Islands National Park. The Park Headquarters are located in Ventura County, CA.

b. The surrounding area is urban or rural with limited staging located at - A small upland staging area is accessible by helicopter and walking path. At the wharf, construction materials will be staged via barge. Access between the upland staging area and the wharf is by an unimproved walking path; no vehicles are allowed on the island.

c. Note any unique material delivery requirements - Due to the island’s remote location, all materials must be transported by boat or helicopter. There are no nearby suppliers.

d. The construction site is 48 miles from nearest suppliers and lodging facilities;

e. The Park will remain closed during construction, thus contract activities and logistics must be structured and scheduled to minimize visitor impact.

f. The site requires protective measures to ensure the surrounding area remains undisturbed;

g. The structure is a historic/natural/cultural resource;

h. The anticipated period of performance of 388 calendar days including any potential weather shutdown - Due to seasonal weather patterns and sea-level fluctuations, work may need to be conducted over two seasons. June through September typically provides the calmest ocean conditions and is typically the best time of the year for in-water work.

i. There are seasonal/other shutdowns mandated through the construction season, though environmental protection requirements for nesting seabirds and pinniped pups may impose seasonal work limitations.

j. Winter construction may be required. June through September typically provides the calmest ocean conditions and is typically the best time of the year for in-water work.

6. Project Scope: The scope of work for this project includes:

A. Replacement of 8 timber fender piles, pinning them to the vertical rock face with a steel support frame and bracing;

B. Installing two steel breasting piles with associated bracing, pinned to the vertical rock face and bearing on the sea floor;

C. Constructing a new two‑level lower landing area, including two access ladders and an IBC‑compliant guardrail system;

D. Installing of 2 new timber bearing piles;

E. Repairing and replacement of damaged pile hardware and bracing;

F. Replacing approximately 220 square feet of upper‑level decking with flow‑through decking and adding supplemental support framing.

Specialized skills include:

· Working in a logistically challenging environment, including operating construction vessels. Performing in-water work in a wavy, swell-prone cove with difficult rocky terrain. Offloading materials from a barge or helicopter to a damaged wharf infrastructure. Required daily use of a steep walking path from island housing to wharf work zone.

· Marine construction expertise, including underwater structural welding, drilling and anchoring capabilities; carpentry; metal fabrication.

· Compliance with NPS biosecurity and protocols and environmental sensitivity requirements. Compliance with the requirements of all permits.

Lodging: Housing is available on the island for up to 8 people, with an additional 8 primitive campsites. There is a nominal cost for housing. The Housing area is located in the upland area, near the Staging/Laydown area.

7. Solicitation: At this time, NPS DSC anticipates issuing a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) around Winter 2026; and awarding a single Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.

8. Submittal Instructions: Responses shall be captured by filling out (in its entirety) the attached Sources Sought Survey Questionnaire. The interested Contractor shall respond no later than July 24, 2026, 9:00am Mountain Time (MT) by emailing the questionnaire to the Contracting Officer at: Rachel Dyer, Rachel_dyer@ios.doi.gov.

Attachment: Sources Sought Questionnaire Attachment 1

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