Cyclic replacement of septic peat moss

The Department of the Interior National Park Service Southeast Region is seeking a contractor to perform cyclic replacement of peat moss for bio-filtration units at Moores Creek National Battlefield in Currie, North Carolina. The solicitation (Number 140P5325R0018) requires the selected vendor to dispose of existing peat moss sludge, install new peat moss media, and provide training for park staff on maintenance procedures. Interested vendors must have an active Systems for Awards Management (SAM) registration and a Unique Entity number to be eligible for the contract. The proposed solicitation will be issued electronically on SAM.gov on 5/28/2025, with all documents available in multiple formats including Microsoft Word, HTML, Excel, and Adobe PDF. Potential contractors should note that no phone calls will be accepted, and they are advised to periodically check the website for potential amendments or changes.

The contract is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS Code 113210 (Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products), with a $20.5 Million Size Standard. The project completion date is scheduled for 09/1/2025, with a targeted timeline for implementing the peat moss replacement within a 7-10 year cycle. While specific award values are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive scope of work that involves specialized environmental maintenance services. The procurement will focus on vendors capable of executing precise media replacement and staff training protocols. The contract appears to be a specialized service opportunity targeting small businesses with expertise in environmental filtration systems and maintenance procedures.