Sources_Sought_PORE_140P8426Q0023_1.pdf

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

POINT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE, MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA

RESCUE VESSELS SERVICE AND REPAIR

SOURCES SOUGHT

140P8426Q0023

1. Introduction: THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY- This Source Sought is solely for information and planning, as a means for the government to conduct market research, identifying interested parties and their capability to support the requirements for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract to provide routine and non-routine service and repair of two NPS-owned emergency rescue vessels located within Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County, California.

Analysis of the quantity and quality of responses to this sources 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.

2. Place of Performance: Work shall be performed at the successful vendor’s marine service center location, or if appropriate and approved in advance by the NPS Contracting Officer, at Point Reyes National Seashore headquarters located in Marin County, California.

The Government intends to use NPS personnel and trailers to transport the six-ton vessels to the vendor’s service location, requiring careful planning, trained personnel, and compliance with NPS travel policy. Special certifications and safety considerations are needed for transporting these vessels. To minimize risk and cost, the Government seeks to transport the vessels the shortest distance possible. Therefore, the Government seeks vendors with a repair shop location no farther than 110 miles from park headquarters at 1 Bear Valley Road, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956.

For any work that may be performed on-site at Point Reyes National Seashore, the successful vendor must ensure timely on-site service at Point Reyes National Seashore as scheduled or within a reasonable period for urgent repairs.

Disclaimer: This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. This is not a request for proposal (RFP) or an invitation to bid (IFB). There is no bid package, solicitation, specifications, or drawings available with this announcement. After a review of the responses received the Government anticipates conducting a competitive acquisition for this requirement through Federal Contract Opportunities at www.SAM.gov. Responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation.

3. Contractor Capability: The successful vendor shall provide a qualified mechanic to service four Suzuki DF 300 HP outboard engines (two per vessel). The engine service and inspections must be performed as required by the Suzuki DF 300 HP manual. The successful vendor shall have (as examples) proven experience in marine engine maintenance, general vessel repair and upkeep, hull and trailer inspections, and proficiency in vessel electronics and lighting systems, preferably supported by relevant certifications and/or demonstrated expertise.

4. Basic Description of Work: The National Park Service (NPS), Point Reyes National Seashore (PORE), located in Marin County, California has a requirement for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract to provide routine and non-routine service and repairs of two NPS-owned emergency rescue vessels, including general vessel repair and upkeep, inspection and maintenance of engines, hull, trailers, and electronics and lighting, as examples. A base year plus four (4) option years are contemplated.

Response to Sources Sought: Interested contractors must be currently registered (or be able to register prior to any future award) in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the official SAM website at www.sam.gov (SAM registration is FREE - there is no cost to use SAM).

If you are interested, please submit in WRITING via email to Alanna_Gardner@nps.gov, details of your experience that demonstrate the capability of your company to complete this work.

If you chose to respond, clearly identify:

The notice number: 140P8426Q0023 Company or Entity Name 12-Character (Alpha-Numeric) Unique Entity ID (UEI) issued by sam.gov Socioeconomic status: 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran, WOSB, EDWOSB, Small Business, or None (large business or other than small business).

Contact Information (Phone and Email) for primary Point of Contact Any Relevant Information Demonstrating Capability

The amount of interest or lack thereof will determine the possibility of a competitive set-aside or full and open competition (the size of a small business firm includes all parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, etc.-see 13 CFR 121.108.) Misrepresentation of size status can result in penalties.

5. Email Responses directly to Contract Specialist Alanna Gardner at Alanna_Gardner@nps.gov.

Any questions can be directed to Alanna Gardner via email or by telephone at (415) 858-9668.

Responses are due no later than Friday, March 20, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.