Caco - composite decking material

The Department of the Interior National Park Service Northeast Region is seeking composite decking materials for the Marconi Beach Elevated Boardwalk located in Cape Cod National Seashore. The solicitation requires structural plastic lumber manufactured with high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and fiberglass reinforcement, specifically in light gray color with a wood grain non-slip surface. The materials must meet rigorous performance specifications, including resistance to environmental conditions such as termites, marine borers, salt spray, and UV degradation, with an expected minimum lifespan of 50 years. Key requirements include using recycled post-industrial and post-consumer materials, with specific technical requirements of 2,750 PSI flexural strength and 2,842 PSI compression strength. The solicitation (140P4325Q0009) is open for quotes until February 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, with a required delivery date of March 28, 2025.

This contract opportunity is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 321211 (Hardwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing), with a size standard of 600 employees. The specific procurement involves three sizes of composite decking boards: 34 pieces of 5/4" x 6" x 16'-0", 12 pieces of 5/4" x 6" x 12'-0", and 400 pieces of 5/4" x 6" x 8'-0". The place of performance is 545 US-6 in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, with forklift unloading available Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The contract period of performance spans from February 28, 2025, to March 28, 2025. While specific award values are not disclosed, the solicitation provides detailed technical specifications that potential contractors must meet, including material composition, performance characteristics, and aesthetic requirements.