NC alligator river NWR automatic gate

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to furnish and install an automated sliding gate at the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Maintenance and Operations Center in Manns Harbor, North Carolina. The project involves removing an existing 30-ft wide double swing gate and replacing it with a new 6-ft tall aluminum single track cantilever gate with specific technical requirements, including dual-height keypads, exit loop detector, and Knox entry bypass for emergency services. The solicitation (140FS325Q0021) requires contractors to submit quotes by January 24, 2025, at 3:00 pm EST, with questions due by January 17, 2025. The government will evaluate quotes based on technical approach, past performance, and price, with these factors being considered equally important. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 13, 2025, at 10:00 am to provide potential bidders with an opportunity to inspect the project location.

The contract is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 238990 with a size standard of $19 million. The period of performance is 90 days after contract award, with work to be completed during normal operating hours of 7:30 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Contractors must have an active SAM registration and submit a comprehensive proposal including signed amendments, company information, a completed quote schedule, and past performance references. The place of performance is 13518 Milltail Road, Manns Harbor, NC 27953. The procurement will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price contract, with additional optional line items for remote/garage door openers and alternative exit detector systems. Contractors are required to provide detailed documentation, including specification sheets, warranty information, and programmable keypad capabilities as part of their submission.