CNWR & CVCA Irrigation and Maintenance
ID: 140R3026R0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONLOWER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICEBOULDER CITY, NV, 89005, USA

NAICS

Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating (115112)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- LAND TREATMENT PRACTICES (F006)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/218a0a288e524a52b1405e20608fa412/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation's Lower Colorado Regional Office, is soliciting proposals for Irrigation and Maintenance Services at the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge (CNWR) and Cibola Valley Conservation Area (CVCA). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, aimed at providing essential services such as irrigation system repair, site maintenance, and agricultural field preparation over a five-year period from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031. The contract, with a maximum cumulative value of $3 million and a guaranteed minimum of $3,000, supports the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program and is critical for maintaining vital habitats. Interested contractors must submit their proposals electronically by January 20, 2026, and can direct inquiries to Kathleen Berry at kberry@usbr.gov or by phone at 702-293-8460.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Berry, Kathleen (Kathy)
    (702) 293-8460
    702293
    kberry@usbr.gov
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    140R3026R0002_-_Attachment_1_-_Performance_Work_Statement.pdf
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services contract for farming, irrigation, maintenance, and support services at the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Unit #1 (CNWR) and Cibola Valley Conservation Area (CVCA) in La Paz County, Arizona. The contract supports the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCR MSCP) by maintaining 5,490 acres of cottonwood-willow and 1,320 acres of honey mesquite habitat. Key tasks include irrigation and water delivery, irrigation system repair, site maintenance (roads, dust control, field borders), and farming practices such as field preparation, grubbing, cover crop management, and furrow creation. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials, adhering to specific performance standards and quality control measures. The contract is a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity type, with performance anticipated from January 2026 to December 2031.
    140R3026R0002_-_Attachment_2_-_Wage_Determination_AZ_2015-5479_Rev__28.pdf
    The SAM.gov Wage Determination No. 2015-5479, Revision No. 28, outlines minimum wage rates and benefits for service contracts in La Paz County, Arizona, effective July 8, 2025. It details compliance requirements for Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) and 13658 ($13.30/hour), which mandate minimum wages for covered workers, adjusted annually. The document specifies fringe benefits, including health and welfare ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour for EO 13706-covered contracts), vacation (2-4 weeks based on service), and eleven paid holidays. It also provides wage rates for numerous occupations, from administrative support to technical roles, and clarifies exemptions for computer employees. Hazardous pay differentials for ordnance work and uniform allowance guidelines are included. A conformance process is outlined for unlisted job classifications, ensuring fair compensation. This determination is crucial for federal contractors to ensure compliance with labor laws.
    140R3026R0002_-_Attachment_3_-_Price_Schedule.pdf
    Solicitation No. 140R3026R0002, Attachment 3 – Price Schedule, outlines the estimated costs for Irrigation & Maintenance Services at CNWR and CVCA across a five-year performance period, from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031. The document specifies estimated annual quantities for various services, including irrigation, site and road maintenance, gopher trapping, agricultural field preparation, seed purchase and application, and utility fees for pump operations. It notes that quantities are estimates, not guaranteed, and the government reserves the right to adjust orders. The solicitation includes a guaranteed minimum dollar value over the five years, after which the government has no further ordering obligation. Certain items, like agricultural field prep, are fixed-price, while others, such as seed purchase and utility fees, are cost-reimbursement with
    140R3026R0002-Solicitation.pdf
    The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking proposals for Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for Irrigation & Maintenance Services at Cibola National Wildlife Refuge (CNWR) and Cibola Valley Conservation Area (CVCA). This 100% small business set-aside acquisition, under Solicitation No. 140R3026R0002, is for a 5-year ordering period starting February 1, 2026, with a maximum cumulative value of $3,000,000 and a minimum guarantee of $3,000. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, which is more important than price. A site visit is scheduled for January 7, 2026, and written questions are due by January 13, 2026. Offers must be submitted electronically via email to kberry@usbr.gov, with attachments not exceeding 10MB.
    Sol_140R3026R0002.pdf
    This government solicitation, Standard Form 1449, is for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside contracts for commercial products and services. It outlines the process for soliciting offers, awarding contracts, and administering payment. The document specifies that offers are due by January 20, 2026, at 1400 PS, and identifies the Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, as the issuing and administering office. It details requirements for contractors, including completing specific blocks on the form, and references Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. The solicitation includes a specific requirement for "Irrigation & Maintenance Services for Cibola National Wildlife Refuge (CNWR) and Cibola Valley Conservation Area (CVCA) IDIQ" with a period of performance from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031. The product/service code is F006 for Natural Resources/Conservation - Land Treatment Practices. The document also provides sections for recording receipt, inspection, and payment of goods or services.
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