S--SANTA CRUZ LAKE-DIABLO CANYON VAULT AND SEPTIC PUM
ID: 140L4025Q0023Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTNEW MEXICO STATE OFFICESANTA FE, NM, 87508, USA

NAICS

Septic Tank and Related Services (562991)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE (S222)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ee35dc1fb1894a34acf08ac65caf58e7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking proposals for vault and septic pumping services at the Santa Cruz Lake and Diablo Canyon recreation areas in New Mexico. The contract, designated as solicitation number 140L4025Q0023, is a total small business set-aside and will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, focusing on past performance and total price. This service is crucial for maintaining sanitary conditions in public amenities, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by August 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM PDT, and can contact Lashondra Hubbard at lhubbard@blm.gov or 520-780-3978 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Hubbard, Lashondra
    (520) 780-3978
    lhubbard@blm.gov
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    B04_Evaluation_Criteria_(LPTA)_Updated_8_8_2025_0003.pdf
    This government solicitation outlines the evaluation criteria for awarding a contract on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. The key factors are Past Performance and Total Price, with non-cost factors weighted equally. Past Performance is rated Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable based on recent and relevant experience, including three references from similar projects within the last three years, previous work for the Department of the Interior, and Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System reports. Total Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, with options included in the overall cost; unbalanced option prices may lead to an offer being deemed unacceptable. A written notice of award or acceptance forms a binding contract.
    B08_Questions_and_Answers_140L4025Q0023__0001.pdf
    This file pertains to solicitation number 140L4025Q0023 from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), detailing inquiries regarding a contract opportunity. Key questions address contract incumbents and values, confirming that such information is publicly accessible. Regarding service locations, water hydrants are available at Northshore Santa Cruz Lake, while no water is accessible at the Overlook Campground or Diablo Canyon, necessitating water transportation. A decision on contractor selection is anticipated by June 30, 2025. The document outlines logistics for waste management, indicating septic disposal sites in nearby counties, including facilities operated by the City of Santa Fe. Procedures for trash removal from vaults after septic pumping are also specified, indicating the use of specific tools for efficient cleanup. The document serves as a clarifying resource for potential contractors, outlining key logistics and operational requirements for the upcoming solicited services.
    B09_-_Price_Schedule_TFO_Edited.xlsx
    The Taos Field Office document outlines a price schedule for septic pumping services at various locations within Santa Cruz Lake and Diablo Canyon Recreation Site. It details pricing structures for three contract periods: Base Year, Option Year One, and Option Year Two, each with a total price of $13,000. The schedule specifies the sizes of septic tank systems in gallons, which range from single vaults of 1,000 gallons to dual vaults of 3,000 gallons. Each section includes locations such as the Northshore Boat Dock, Fishing Pier Parking, Campground, and others, all indicating their respective pumping needs. Additionally, there is a section for companies to input their pricing per gallon, with an estimated number of pumpings per year provided for calculation of total yearly costs—although specific figures are currently recorded as $0.00. This document serves as a Request for Proposals (RFP) associated with federal and state/local government procurement. It establishes the basic framework and pricing for contractors to submit their bids for septic pumping services, ensuring compliance with government operations at recreational sites while facilitating transparency and competition in government contracting processes.
    Sol_140L4025Q0023_Amd_0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for the TFO Santa Cruz Lake-Diablo Vault Pumping project, identified as amendment number 0001. Its primary purpose is to address specific questions and provide answers related to the solicitation. The amendment requires contractors to acknowledge receipt of this amendment by one of the stated methods, ensuring that their acknowledgment is submitted before the specified deadline to avoid potential rejection of their offer. Additionally, any changes to existing offers must be communicated via letter or electronic means, also before the deadline. While this amendment introduces some modifications, it clarifies that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Ultimately, the amendment serves to facilitate effective communication and maintain procedural compliance for the procurement process, ensuring that all contractors have access to the necessary information to submit valid offers for the project.
    Sol_140L4025Q0023_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document is an amendment to solicitation number 140L4025Q0023 for a contract modification regarding TFO Santa Cruz Lake-Diablo Vault Pumping. The primary purpose of this amendment, designated as 0002, is to extend the submission deadline for offers to June 26, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time. The amendment outlines necessary actions for contractors to acknowledge receipt, whether through signed copies, separate letters, or electronic communications, stressing that failure to comply may lead to the rejection of offers. All other terms and conditions pertaining to the solicitation remain unchanged. The modification ensures contractors are aware of the new deadline and the required acknowledgment procedures, facilitating proper management of the solicitation process.
    Sol_140L4025Q0023_Amd_0003.pdf
    Amendment 0003 to solicitation 140L4025Q0023 for the TFO Santa Cruz Lake-Diablo Vault Pumping project updates the evaluation criteria and extends the offer due date to August 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM PDT. This amendment, issued by BLM NM-STATE OFC-SANTA FE, specifies that offers must acknowledge receipt by completing items 8 and 15 and returning copies, or by separate letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified date and time may result in the rejection of the offer.
    Sol_140L4025Q0023.pdf
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Vault/Septic Pumping Services within the Taos Field Office, New Mexico. This combined synopsis/solicitation (No. 140L4025Q0023) seeks bids under a total small business set-aside, with a firm-fixed-price contract awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email by June 20, 2025, with a complete service description outlined in an accompanying Statement of Work. The contractor is required to remove waste from various vault toilets and septic tanks at the Santa Cruz Lake and Diablo Canyon recreation areas, performing the service twice per year. They must adhere to safety and environmental regulations per OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency, and keep the government informed regarding services and invoice timings. Key deliverables include ensuring waste disposal complies with local regulations and coordinating scheduling of services with project inspectors. The bidding process requires documentation proving technical capabilities, safety plans, and insurance. The successful contractor must also manage employee personnel effectively, with the government responsible for contract compliance and timely payment following job completion. This solicitation emphasizes maintaining public amenities' sanitary conditions while also supporting small business engagement in federal contracts.
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