Y--Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants Tailrace S
ID: 140R1024R0014Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONPACIFIC NW REGION PN 6615BOISE, ID, 83706, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (Y1PZ)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6858d69037e643e8a240d937509e8856/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Reclamation, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of the Tailrace Semigantry Crane at the Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants, part of the Columbia Basin Project in Washington. This project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with an estimated contract value between $5 million and $10 million, and requires adherence to specific completion timelines as outlined in FAR 52.211-10. Interested contractors must submit a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access solicitation documents, with key deadlines including a contractor question cut-off on August 22, 2024, and a mandatory site visit on August 15, 2024. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Lance Fleming at 208-378-5338 or via email at lfleming@usbr.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Fleming, Lance
    (208) 378-5338
    208378
    lfleming@usbr.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    7-2577__Federal_Non-Disclosure_Agreement.pdf
    The document is a Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) issued by the Bureau of Reclamation, focusing on the handling of sensitive information labeled "For Official Use Only." The recipient of such information acknowledges the obligation to protect it from unauthorized disclosure and agrees to use it solely for the intended purposes. The NDA specifies that the information remains the property of the Bureau and outlines the conditions under which it may be shared with authorized individuals who have also signed the agreement. The document further emphasizes that the terms remain in effect until the Bureau determines the information no longer requires protection or upon mutual written agreement between the parties. This NDA underlines the importance of confidentiality in government operations, pertinent to RFPs, federal grants, and various state/local engagements, ensuring that sensitive data is securely handled throughout its lifecycle.
    B_01_Sources_Sought_LPH___RPH_Semi_Gantry_Crane_Replacem_1.pdf
    C02-01_Pre_Sol_Notice_2.docx
    C06-01_Attachment_1_Final_Q_A_0002.pdf
    The government has clarified its policy regarding milestone payment applications for specific line items related to the furnishing, installation, and testing of semi-gantry cranes for the RPP and LPP projects. Specifically, milestone payments will not be permitted for these line items (CLIN 17 and CLIN 19). Offerors are required to adhere to the terms of the existing solicitation and contract conditions, which include the stipulations outlined in FAR 52.232-5 concerning payments for fixed-price construction contracts dated May 2014. This ensures that all contractors understand the payment structure and conditions they must follow while executing the project.
    C08-04_Attendee_List_0001.pdf
    This document pertains to a pre-bid construction site visit for the Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants Tailrace, identified by Solicitation No. 140R1024R0014. It outlines key participants including various contractors and contacts at Garco Construction and Crane & Hoist businesses. The visit is an essential step in the bidding process for potential contractors, providing insight into the project's specifics and requirements. Important contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses for various stakeholders, is listed for communication purposes. Overall, this document signifies the preliminary stage of contractor engagement for a significant federal construction project, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and compliance during the bidding process.
    Sol_140R1024R0014_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment related to solicitation 140R1024R0014 concerning the replacement of the Tailrace Semigantry Crane at the Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants. It outlines procedures for acknowledging receipt of the amendment, which is critical for ensuring that offers are not rejected due to lack of acknowledgement. The amendment provides a site visit attendee list from a recent site visit on August 15, 2024, and reaffirms that the deadline for contractor questions remains set for August 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM MDT, with no questions accepted after that date. Contact information for relevant officials is included for further inquiries. Importantly, all solicitation terms, conditions, and performance periods from December 18, 2024, to October 26, 2026, remain unchanged. This amendment is part of the administrative processes that ensure clear communication and compliance for potential contractors in federal procurement.
    Sol_140R1024R0014_Amd_0002.pdf
    The file outlines an amendment to solicitation number 140R1024R0014 for the replacement of the Tailrace Semigantry Crane at the Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants. It stipulates that all proposals must acknowledge receipt of the amendment by specified methods before the established deadline, which has been extended from September 4, 2024, to September 11, 2024, at 1300 MDT. The amendment includes new photographs requested during a site visit and addresses contractor questions received prior to a specific time on August 22, 2024, stating that no further inquiries will be entertained afterward. The document emphasizes that all other terms remain unchanged and outlines the period of performance from December 18, 2024, to October 26, 2026. It highlights the importance of proper acknowledgment of amendments to avoid rejection of proposals. This amendment reflects ongoing communication and adjustments typical in government RFP processes, ensuring transparency and compliance among contractors.
    Sol_140R1024R0014.pdf
    The solicitation outlines a construction project for the replacement of the Tailrace Semigantry Crane at the Grand Coulee Left and Right Powerplants, part of the Columbia Basin Project in Washington. This Request for Proposal (RFP), issued by the Bureau of Reclamation, is designated as a small business set-aside, with a project magnitude between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The proposal requires completion based on FAR 52.211-10 regarding work commencement and completion. Key deadlines include a contractor question cut-off date set for August 22, 2024, and a mandatory site visit on August 15, 2024. Participants must pre-register by August 14, 2024, and foreign nationals must submit passport information by August 13, 2024. The period of performance is specified from December 18, 2024, to October 26, 2026, with deliveries expected within 665 days following a notice to proceed. Additionally, interested bidders must ensure a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is submitted to access the solicitation package, emphasizing controlled information handling. The document includes instructions on how offers should be submitted, underlining the importance of complying with government regulations throughout the bidding process.
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