USFWS J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service seeks firm fixed-price construction rehabilitation of four structures at J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge in Sanibel, Florida, with proposals due August 28, 2026, and questions due August 7, 2026. The procurement is set aside exclusively for small business concerns.

Place of performance is Sanibel, Florida. Work encompasses renovation of two government residences (950 and 948 Tarpon Bay Road), reconstruction of the Wildlife Observation Tower, and rehabilitation of the Cross-Dike Pavilion. Performance period is September 1, 2026, through March 1, 2027, with a project delivery date of November 30, 2026. The contractor must begin work within ten calendar days of notice to proceed and complete all work within 180 calendar days thereafter.

The contractor must demonstrate experience with marine-related, dock, and deck building projects and provide references from at least five past contracts. Past performance evaluation requires at least two relevant projects completed within the past five years with minimum contract values of $500,000 each. Work hours are limited to one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, Monday through Friday, unless written authorization is obtained for weekend or holiday work. Contractor is responsible for obtaining permits, complying with all federal, state, and local environmental laws, and managing hazardous materials encountered. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates for Lee County, Florida apply. Performance and payment bonds are required within ten calendar days of award.

Evaluation uses Lowest-Price Technically Acceptable methodology, weighing technical acceptability (project approach, progress schedule, and past experience) and price equally. NAICS code is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. PSC code is Y1QA, Construction of Restoration of Real Property. Final negotiated prices must remain valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days from submission. An organized site visit is scheduled for July 22, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. EST. Amendment 1, posted August 14, extended the deadline and posted Questions and Answers. Thomas Ikner serves as the contract specialist.