SOURCES SOUGHT DISCLAIMER:
This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is issued solely for market research, information, and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation or a Request for Quote (RFQ). All information received in response to this SSN that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this SSN. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this SSN.
The purpose of this SSN is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources, their size classification, and their socio-economic status relative to the specified NAICS code. The responses will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After a review of the responses, a formal solicitation may be published on SAM.gov.
Project Description:
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, has a requirement for a non-commercial construction project at the Shenango Ranger Station building in Hermitage, PA. The scope of the project includes, but is not limited to, the following modifications:
- Removal and disposal of existing cedar siding, insulation, furring boards, and associated roofing components like gravel stops and flashing.
- Temporary removal, relocation, and reinstallation of building-mounted equipment, including electrical service lines, internet cables, exterior lighting, and air conditioning units, while ensuring continuity of service.
- Installation of new 2x4 treated lumber furring, 1-½ inch insulation, and approximately 2,500 square feet of lap cement fiberboard siding, trim, and flashing.
- Installation of new roofing components, including aluminum gravel stops and flashing, tied into the existing EPDM roof.
- Adjustment and reinstallation of existing windows and doors with new prefinished extruded aluminum headers, sills, and side jamb coverings.
- Replacement of the existing cedar soffit and gutter at the porch ceiling and roof.
The acquisition will be a single firm fixed-price construction contract conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The estimated Period of Performance (PoP) is 180 Calendar Days after written Notice to Proceed (NTP).
The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, labor, materials, supplies, layout, and supervision necessary to (1) develop the required work plans for the modification of the existing Ranger Station Building, and (2) perform the required modifications in accordance with the approved work plans.
The NAICS Code is 238170 (Siding Contractors) and the Small Business Size Standard is $19,000,000.00.
Performance Location:
Shenango Ranger Station Building at the Shenango River Lake Camping Area in Transfer, Pennsylvania.
Submission Requirements
If your company is interested in providing services for this requirement, please respond via email with "Sources Sought W911WN26Q1AY6 – Shenango Ranger Station Siding Replacement" in the subject line and the following information to Mario.Taormina@usace.army.mil and Leanna.C.Lesefka@usace.army.mil:
- Company Name
- SAM CAGE Code
- SAM Registration Expiration Date
- Status as a Small Business and any applicable Socio-Economic Status
- CMMC Level: Please state your company’s current Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level
- Limitations on Subcontracting (FAR 52.219-14): Please confirm your company will meet the requirements set forth in FAR Clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting
- Confirm completion of a current NIST SP 800-171 Assessment within SPRS
- Please indicate if a Warranty of Craftsmanship of two (2) years will result in difficulty of receiving required bonds and performing this requirement
- Company Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone Number, and Email Address)
- A Capabilities Statement and/or other applicable documentation that demonstrates your company's ability to perform the work described
Submission Instructions:
Please respond with the above-requested information no later than 13 January 2026, 11:00 A.M. ET. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this SSN. Responses to this SSN are not a request to be added to a prospective quoters list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.
