Notice of intent to contract for AE services

The Department of the Interior National Park Service National Office has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Contract for Architectural and Engineering (AE) Services located in King Salmon, Alaska. The notice represents a hybrid Firm-Fixed-Price/Time and Materials single award contract focused on Title III Services for a construction project. Scheduled for performance from April 2025 to May 2026, the contract will involve comprehensive services including submittal reviews, request for information (RFI) responses, office services, site visits, as-constructed drawings preparation, and regulatory approvals. The solicitation is open to all businesses and will utilize NAICS code 541310 with a size standard of $12.5 million. The contract's primary scope involves designing and supporting a water treatment system project in a challenging Alaskan environmental context.

Contractors interested in this opportunity must submit their responses by 1500 MDT on 04/11/2025, with evaluations based on six critical factors: professional qualifications, specialized experience in water treatment system design, capacity to complete work, past performance, geographical knowledge, and team member expertise. Special consideration will be given to firms with specific experience in Alaska, particularly those demonstrating capability in designing water treatment systems for extreme environmental conditions including cold temperatures, permafrost, frost heaving, and seismic activity. Key personnel requirements include a Project Manager, a Civil Engineer specializing in water treatment, and a Geotechnical Engineer. The National Park Service seeks contractors with robust technical capabilities and proven experience in addressing complex infrastructure challenges in remote and environmentally demanding locations. Eligible firms should carefully review the detailed requirements and prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their technical proficiency and regional expertise.