The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to assess potential vendors for the Arroyo Canal Fish Screen/Sack Dam Fish Passage Project in California. This construction project, categorized under NAICS code 237990, is essential for restoring the spring-run Chinook salmon population in the San Joaquin River, following priorities established in the 2006 Settlement. The project involves significant construction activities, including dewatering, installation of concrete structures, fish ladders, and habitable facilities, with an estimated budget between $100 million and $200 million. Interested businesses, regardless of size, are encouraged to submit their capabilities by September 24, 2024. Responses must provide detailed company information, qualifications, and bonding capacity. This announcement does not request proposals or guarantee any contracts. Information gathered will inform the Government's acquisition strategy while ensuring that no costs incurred by participants will be reimbursed. The Bureau of Reclamation highlights its commitment to environmental restoration and compliance with regulatory requirements through this strategic initiative.
The Bureau of Reclamation's upcoming $100-200 million Sack Dam Fish Passage Project aims to enhance fish passage and river ecosystem health. The two-day industry event is scheduled for August 2024, comprising a virtual presentation and a site visit. Day one, a virtual session, will provide an overview of the project's requirements and objectives, with industry feedback sought. Day two, a site visit, will offer a hands-on look at the worksite, located east of Los Banos, California. The project entails complex construction and engineering tasks, including river modifications, concrete structures, and automation systems. Key tasks include dewatering, cofferdam installation, sheet piling, and embankment construction. Additionally, the project requires the installation of steel piles, concrete headwork, and a fish ladder. Riverbank stabilization, a maintenance building, and a SWPPP further contribute to the project's scope. With an estimated duration of 1,095 days, this undertaking is a significant endeavor. Industry participants are encouraged to register for the event, contributing to the government's market research and gaining insight into the upcoming project.