H--Annual Fire Extinguisher Services and Inspections 140P1425Q0095
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AI-generated · Aug 24, 2025Glacier National Park is seeking a contractor to perform annual fire extinguisher maintenance across the park, including approximately 900 extinguishers with about 150 units requiring annual service plus 6-year internal inspections and hydrostatic testing. The work requires all labor, materials, tools, and travel (potentially exceeding 450 miles to reach sites) and is planned to occur in the fall before snow reduces access. The market research invites both large and small businesses (including various small-business categories) to submit capability statements to help the government determine its acquisition approach; responses are voluntary and should outline the bidder’s ability to perform the work.
A separate formal solicitation has been issued titled Annual Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Servicing (East and West Glacier) for Glacier National Park, indicating the government is moving from market research to solicitation/awarded procurement. Details are not provided in the notice, but bidders can expect a formal package with specific requirements for inspection and servicing at both East and West Glacier and should monitor for the actual solicitation documents to address scope, terms, and submission instructions.
SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT: The National Park Service (NPS) is conducting market research to determine the interest and capability of contractors for a possible upcoming need at Glacier National Park. This announcement is for Large Businesses, Small Businesses, Certified 8(a) Small Businesses, Certified HUBZone Small Businesses, Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, and/or Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises. All costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement shall be the responsibility of the firm. Any information submitted is voluntary. The Contracting Officer will make an acquisition strategy determination based on the results of all market research gathered. Potential Need Overview: Provide all labor, materials, tools and other equipment necessary for fire extinguisher annual service, 6-year internal inspection and hydrostatic inspections/testing (estimated 150 units) for approximately 900 fire extinguishers throughout Glacier National Park. It is anticipated that work would begin in September 2025 and complete not later than early October 2025 as sites begin to lose accessibility due to snow. Glacier National Park has approximately 314 miles of roadway. It is anticipated that a contractor performing this service could travel more than 450 miles to perform this required service. The NAICS code for this project is 541990, All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, with a small business size standard of $19.5M. This market research is being conducted to acquire additional information about potential contractors that may be interested in and capable of performing this work. This is not a request for proposal (RFP) or request for quote (RFQ) and does not constitute any commitment by the Government to issue any solicitation. All interested firms must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from responses to this sources sought announcement. All responses must be submitted via email not later than 10:00 AM MT on August 7, 2025. Email address: colton_nelson@nps.gov. Include a capability statement and a short write-up on your entity's ability to accomplish this work given the information above.
From Sources Sought posted on Aug 04, 2025Annual Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Servicing (East and West Glacier) for Glacier National Park
From Solicitation posted on Aug 20, 2025Annual Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Servicing (East and West Glacier) for Glacier National Park
From Solicitation posted on Aug 26, 2025Notice history
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Sources Sought Posted Aug 04, 2025
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Solicitation Posted Aug 20, 2025View changes (4)
- Title: H--Annual Fire Extinguisher Services and Inspections → GLAC ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERV/IN
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Sources Sought → Solicitation
- Response Deadline: Aug 07, 2025 → Sep 03, 2025
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Solicitation LATEST Posted Aug 26, 2025View changes (1)
- Title: GLAC ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERV/IN → H--GLAC ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERV/IN
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