McAlpine Locks and Dam Life Safety and Canal Entrance Sign Installation

This RFQ seeks a qualified small‑business contractor to remove an existing Canal Entrance sign system at the McAlpine Locks and Dam (Louisville, KY) and design/install two new government‑furnished signs, including all labor, equipment, materials, mobilization, demobilization, and disposal. Work must comply with federal, state, and local regulations, and the contractor must begin within 30 calendar days of receiving a Notice to Proceed. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced offer and is a 365‑business‑day performance period. A pre‑bid site visit is strongly encouraged on 10 Sep 2026. • Scope: removal of existing sign, posts, framing, foundations; installation of two new signs near Shippingport Island. • Requirements: full provision of personnel, equipment, materials, PPE, and compliance with attached specifications. • Set‑aside: 100 % small‑business (NAICS 238990). • Submission: electronic quote via PIEE by 22 Sep 2026, 10:00 AM ET; bid and payment bonds required. • Evaluation: Lowest price to the Government; award after bid opening. • Site visit: 10 Sep 2026, 1000 EDT, highly encouraged but not mandatory. • Contract start: within 30 calendar days of NTP; duration 365 business days.