Orpi FY25 propane

The National Park Service Intermountain Region is seeking a small business contractor to purchase and deliver propane for Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument (ORPI) located in southern Arizona. The solicitation (140P1525Q0026) requires delivery of liquid propane to ten tanks with varying capacities, with a maximum annual quantity of 6,000 gallons. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price procurement with a base year from March 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, followed by four potential option years. Quotes are due by 1:00 PM MST on February 12, 2025, with an anticipated award within 5 days of submission. The contractor must provide liability insurance coverage of $100,000 per person, $500,000 per occurrence, and $100,000 for property damage, and must be able to deliver propane within 72 hours of order placement during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM).

The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside under the Natural Gas Distribution NAICS category (221210). The performance location is a remote site 36 miles south of Ajo, Arizona, positioned approximately 5 miles north of the US/Mexico border. Delivery requirements include servicing ten propane tanks with capacities ranging from 250 to 1,000 gallons positioned throughout the facility. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the annual propane requirement of 6,000 gallons suggests a moderate-sized contract. The procurement documents include a detailed map showing tank locations and a blank bid schedule for pricing, which vendors must complete as part of their response. Contractors must be prepared to operate in a challenging, isolated environment and meet strict delivery and safety requirements specified in the solicitation.