Cany_AV

The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a contractor to upgrade audiovisual systems at two visitor centers within Canyonlands National Park in Utah, specifically the Island in the Sky and Needles locations. The solicitation (140P2125Q0013) requires a comprehensive replacement of existing HD systems with new UHD 5.1 audio/video systems, including 85" UHD televisions, digital media players, receivers, and speaker systems. Contractors must provide all labor, materials, and services to design and install accessibility-compliant AV programs and equipment, with a strong emphasis on ease of use and minimal maintenance. The evaluation criteria will prioritize Technical Capability, Management Capability, and Past Performance, with these non-price factors being significantly more important than cost. Key dates include a deadline for questions on December 16, 2024, and proposal submissions due by 5:00 PM EST on January 8, 2025, with an expected contract period from January 31, 2025 to October 31, 2025.

The contract is open to small businesses under NAICS code 238210 with a size standard of $19.0 million, and there is no specific set-aside designation. While no incumbent contractor is mentioned, the project requires TAA-compliant equipment and adherence to detailed NPS audiovisual specifications, including requirements for digital media players, accessibility features, and comprehensive documentation. The scope covers two distinct visitor center locations with different architectural characteristics, including drywall and drop tile ceilings. Contractors must provide post-installation documentation such as as-built drawings, operations manuals, and electronic copies of programming files. The project involves surface-mounted speaker wiring, potential display mounting, and integration with existing infrastructure, with a focus on creating user-friendly and maintainable audiovisual systems for National Park Service facilities.