National Park Service - Independence National Hist

The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking a small‑business, firm‑fixed‑price contractor to replace the plate heat exchanger in the central chiller plant at Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, PA. The work includes engineering submittals, removal of the existing unit, installation of a new heat exchanger, re‑insulation, labeling, and functional testing. The contract is a 100 % small‑business set‑aside with a performance period of roughly 90 calendar days (Oct 15 2026 – Jan 13 2027). The contractor must hold an active SAM registration, be classified under NAICS 238220, and comply with extensive safety, historic preservation, and environmental regulations. • Scope: procure, submit for approval, remove, install, and test a new plate‑and‑frame heat exchanger for a 1,100‑ton chiller plant. • Location: Central chiller plant, 143 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Independence Visitor Center). • Schedule: solicitation issued 09/03/2026; offer due 09/21/2026; performance 10/15/2026 – 01/13/2027. • Set‑aside: 100 % total small‑business (SB) – only SBs may submit. • Contract type: firm‑fixed‑price, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. • Required qualifications: experience with historic structures, HVAC/heat‑exchanger work, OSHA compliance, appropriate licensing and insurance. • Mandatory documentation: SAM registration, small‑business certification, biobased product certification (if applicable), past‑performance evidence, and required FAR provisions.