V--SWAN - WINTER MARINE BIRD SURVEY

The National Park Service (NPS), Alaska Region, is requesting quotes for a vessel charter in support of winter survey work in the Cook Inlet and coastal region of Lake Clark National Park and Preserve (LACL). The requirement includes a base year and up to two option years. Complete details are provided in the solicitation package.

Period of Performance: September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029
Acquisition Method: Issued under commercial item procedures and evaluated using simplified acquisition methods.
Estimated Award Date: August 25, 2026.
Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order.
Set Aside: 100% small business set aside.
NAICS Code: 483114 (Size Standard: 550 employees).

Important Requirements:
Offerors must be actively registered in SAM (www.sam.gov) at the time of quote submission. Prospective quoters must monitor the solicitation site for updates or amendments. No separate notifications will be issued. Quotes and questions must be submitted in writing to darcy_skinner@nps.gov.