WASH RACK MAINTENANCE

The Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, is issuing a solicitation for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for wash rack maintenance services. The solicitation number is 140R3026Q0006, with an offer due date of May 22, 2026, by 1700 Pacific Time. The contract is set aside for WOSB and falls under NAICS code 811310, with a size standard of $12.5 million. The period of performance for the wash rack maintenance is five years, from May 25, 2026, to May 25, 2031. The product/service code is H349, for inspection-maintenance and repair of shop equipment. All questions and quotes must be submitted via email to noah_maye@ios.doi.gov.

The provided file outlines a pricing structure for a five-year period, broken down by individual years. For each year, it details the "Monthly Price," the "Number of Months," and the resulting "Yearly Price." The document concludes with a "Total Five Year Price." This structure is characteristic of a cost proposal or a budget breakdown within a government RFP, federal grant, or state/local RFP, where vendors or grantees are required to provide detailed financial projections for services or projects spanning multiple years. The clear, itemized format allows for transparent evaluation of costs over the contract or grant period.

This government file outlines the contract clauses and solicitation provisions for RFQ No. 140R3026Q0006, titled "Wash Rack Maintenance 2026." It details clauses incorporated by reference from Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulations (DIAR), covering areas such as commercial products/services, whistleblower rights, small business set-asides, combating human trafficking, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Key additions include requirements for electronic invoicing via the IPP system and options for extending services and contract terms. The solicitation also provides instructions for offerors, outlining quote format, technical submission, past performance information, and electronic submission guidelines. Evaluation criteria for awarding the fixed-price purchase order prioritize technical capability, schedule, past performance, and price, with a comparative evaluation approach. Confidentiality provisions for proposal information are also included, emphasizing the protection of trade secrets and commercial data.

The Statement of Work outlines the requirements for a Wash Rack Service Agreement at the Hoover Dam, Boulder City, NV. The Property and Vehicle Maintenance Group needs scheduled maintenance of their electric pressure washer and water recycle system to factory specifications. The scope of work includes servicing and maintaining both the LP Gas fired, electric hot water pressure washer and the water recycle system on a monthly basis to ensure longevity and efficient performance. Tasks involve thorough testing and inspection of the recycle system, including reagent pumps, skimming system, sludge removal system, pH sensor, collection pit, electrically energized components, and filter media. The contractor must inform the on-site maintenance mechanic about any necessary part replacements. The work will be performed at the Hoover Dam Central Warehouse, with contractor employees escorted by a Bureau of Reclamation employee in secure areas.