Stephenson Taylor Water Line Extension

This solicitation (75H701-26-R-00038) is issued by the Indian Health Service (IHS) Division of Engineering Services in Seattle for the Stephenson Taylor Water Line Extension project. Estimated between $250,000 and $500,000, this project is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside under NAICS code 237110. Proposals are due by August 19, 2026, with an optional site visit scheduled for July 24, 2026. The scope of work requires the contractor to supply all labor, materials, equipment, and services to complete the water line extension. Key deliverables in the pricing schedule include installing 10,940 linear feet of 2-inch HDPE water pipe, directional boring, casing, rock excavation, tracer wire, gate valves, and air relief valves. The contract also features options for water meters, taps, and water service lines. The selected contractor must commence performance within 10 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and complete all work—including final cleanup—within 90 calendar days. Administration terms dictate the submission of a detailed Schedule of Values, weekly payrolls complying with Davis-Bacon wage rates, and daily progress reports. Furthermore, the contractor must provide a site-specific Safety and Accident Prevention Plan, obtain all necessary permits, utilize FedRAMP-authorized construction management software for documentation, and maintain required general, automobile, and workers' compensation insurance.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for Project OK 23-W92, which involves constructing a water line extension for Caddo County Rural Water District No. 3 near Binger, Oklahoma. The selected contractor will connect a new water line to the existing 3-inch PVC water main at County Street 2620 and County Road 1170. The primary scope of work includes furnishing and installing 10,940 feet of 2-inch DR 11 HDPE water main, 870 feet of 4-inch DR11 HDPE casing, and various appurtenances such as gate valves, flush hydrants, and tracer wire. The project also requires 815 feet of directional boring across roads, driveways, and a creek, alongside two open-cut gravel road crossings. Alternate bid items include installing four water main taps, service lines, and water meters for residential homes. Contractors must adhere to strict quality assurance, safety, and regulatory standards, including OSHA regulations and ASTM/AWWA specifications. Key performance milestones include maintaining proper gas line separation, performing hydrostatic pressure testing, and conducting successful disinfection and bacteriological testing (requiring two consecutive negative results 24 hours apart). All work must remain exposed for inspection by the project engineer prior to backfilling. The contractor must provide a minimum one-year warranty on all materials and labor, restore the construction site to its original condition, and deliver final record drawings to the project engineer upon project closeout.

This document outlines the technical specifications and contract requirements for the Stephenson Water Line Extension project (IHS Project OK 23-W92) in Caddo County, Oklahoma. Prepared by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS), the project is designed for the Caddo County Rural Water District No. 3 and is certified by Jeffrey Welsh, P.E. The scope of work requires the contractor to furnish and install 10,940 feet of 2-inch DR 11 HDPE water main, along with 870 feet of 4-inch DR11 HDPE casing. The project includes 815 feet of directional boring across roads, driveways, and a creek, as well as two open-cut gravel road crossings. Contractors must maintain strict clearance from existing gas lines. Alternate bid items involve installing four water main taps, water meters, and service lines to local residences. Additional responsibilities include installing critical appurtenances, performing hydrostatic pressure testing, and conducting successful bacteriological disinfection testing. The document establishes administrative and quality control procedures, detailing requirements for a pre-construction conference, progress scheduling, and submittal approvals. It outlines strict quality assurance guidelines, requiring work to be performed by state-licensed personnel and verified by independent testing laboratories. Closeout procedures mandate that the contractor perform final site cleanup, resolve punch list items, and submit comprehensive record drawings (as-builts) featuring precise swing-tie measurements for buried utilities, alongside a minimum one-year warranty on labor and materials.

This government document presents the engineering design plans for the Stephenson Water Line Extension project (Project No. OK23-W92) in Caddo County, Oklahoma. Prepared by the Department of Health and Human Services, Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service, and the Office of Environmental Health and Engineering (Lawton Field Office), the project is funded under Public Law 86-121. The initiative benefits the Apache Tribe of Oklahoma and is managed in cooperation with Caddo County Rural Water District No. 3. The project entails the installation of a new water distribution system, specifically featuring approximately 10,940 linear feet of 2-inch DR11 HDPE water mains divided across Line 1 and Line 2. Key construction elements include open-cut trenching, direct directional boring, and casing installations (4-inch DR11 HDPE) to cross roadways, driveways, creeks, and existing utility corridors. The plans specify connections to existing 3-inch water mains, the installation of water service lines (1-inch and 1.5-inch PE), air release valves, gate valves, flush hydrants, and individual water meters. All construction must comply with AWWA standards, state environmental quality regulations, and local road restoration requirements, ensuring proper testing, disinfection, and tracer wire installation for future utility locating.

This government document is a comprehensive equipment list and regulatory compliance overview for a public works or transit-related project, outlining heavy machinery requirements, labor regulations, and environmental standards. The document details specific operational equipment needs, including variable reach forklifts, telescopic boom lifts, scissor lifts, diesel-powered utility vehicles (UTVs), flatbed trucks, and various trailer types (such as tilt-deck and heavy-duty utility trailers). Each equipment category specifies mandatory load capacities, lift heights, and terrain capabilities. Crucially, the document outlines strict labor compliance mandates under the state's Prevailing Wage Act and the federal Davis-Bacon Act. It details mandatory paid sick leave policies for employees under Executive Order 14026 or 13706, detailing accrual rates, usage rules, and record-keeping requirements. It also addresses standard classification structures for operators, laborers, and truck drivers under wage determination guidelines. Additionally, the document incorporates environmental and waste management regulations. It lists specific criteria for hazardous material handling and universal waste management, including classifications for batteries, lamps, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment, and aerosol cans. It establishes strict guidelines for the accumulation, storage, labeling, and disposal of these universal wastes to ensure full regulatory and environmental compliance during project execution.

This document is Attachment J03, the Self-Performed Calculation Sheet for Solicitation Number 75H70126R00038. Its primary purpose is to ensure offerors comply with the federal "Limitations on Subcontracting" regulations outlined in FAR 52.219-14 and 13 CFR 125.6. For construction contracts, prime contractors cannot pay more than 85% (or 75% for special trade contractors) of the government-paid amount to entities that are not "similarly situated." Cost of materials is excluded from this calculation. A "similarly situated" entity is defined as a first-tier subcontractor that shares the same small business program status qualifying the prime contractor for the award. To demonstrate compliance, offerors must complete the Self-Performance Worksheet at the time of proposal submission and again upon contract completion to report actual results. The worksheet requires contractors to input their total proposed price, subtract profits/fees and material costs, and deduct performance costs incurred by non-similarly situated entities. Contractors must also list all proposed subcontractors, their socioeconomic status, work activities, and corresponding dollar values. The document provides regulatory definitions and specific scenarios illustrating how subcontracting limits are calculated and enforced.

This document is a two-page template titled "Attachment J04 - Company Specialized Experience – Construction Form" for Solicitation Number 75H70126R00038 (and also referencing 75H70125R00054). It is classified under Volume II – Factor 1 – Specialized Experience as Source Selection Information (FAR 3.104). The form requires offerors to submit details of relevant construction projects completed within the last six years to demonstrate their experience with projects of similar scope and complexity. For each project submitted, offerors must provide: * Basic project identifiers, including the project name, location, owner, and facility type (e.g., hospital, office building). * Technical details, such as the building size (gross square feet and stories) and the general construction scope. * Execution details, including the contractor's role (prime, joint venture, or subcontractor), the scope of self-performed work, and the extent of subcontracted work. * Financial and schedule metrics, including the contract dollar value, construction start and completion dates, and percent completed. * Performance indicators, such as owner evaluations, history of terminations, or assessments of liquidated damages. * Contact information for the owner's reference point of contact. The form is designed to standardize the evaluation of a bidder's past performance and construction capabilities during the source selection process.

This document is Attachment J05, the Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) Form PPQ-0, for Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service (IHS) Division of Engineering Services (DES) Solicitation 75H70126R00038. It serves as a tool for evaluating an offeror's past performance on prior contracts. The questionnaire is divided into two primary sections: - **Contractor Information (Blocks 1–4):** Completed by the bidding contractor to detail company information, role (prime, subcontractor, or joint venture), contract details (type, price, and dates), and a description of project relevance and complexity. - **Client Information (Blocks 5–8 and Evaluation):** Completed by the client to assess the contractor's performance using a standardized five-tier rating scale: Exceptional (E), Very Good (VG), Satisfactory (S), Marginal (M), Unsatisfactory (U), or Not Applicable (N). The client rates the contractor across seven key performance areas: 1. **Quality:** Technical data, standards, problem resolution, and quality control. 2. **Schedule/Timeliness:** Milestone compliance and resource utilization. 3. **Customer Satisfaction:** End-user satisfaction, cooperativeness, and communication. 4. **Management/Personnel/Labor:** Subcontractor management, workforce retention, and multi-discipline coordination. 5. **Cost/Financial Management:** Cost control, invoicing accuracy, and default history. 6. **Safety/Security:** Compliance with safety plans and security guidelines. 7. **General:** Emergency responsiveness, contract compliance, and willingness to rehire. Completed questionnaires must be submitted by the client directly to the offeror for inclusion in their proposal, or submitted directly to IHS.

This document is a Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form issued by the Department of Health & Human Services, Indian Health Service (IHS). Its purpose is to allow offerors to self-certify as an IEE (under HHSAR 326.601) for solicitation number 75H70126R00038, titled "Stephenson-Taylor Water Line Ext." To qualify, the offeror must meet the IEE definition at three critical stages: when the offer is submitted, at the time of contract award, and throughout the entire contract performance period. Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing if they lose eligibility. Additionally, successful offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The form warns that submitting false or misleading information is a violation of federal law punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false performance claims are subject to penalties under the False Claims Act. To complete the representation, the offeror must state whether they meet the IEE definition and provide the name of the 51% owner, a certifying signature, the name of the federally recognized tribal entity, the business name, and the firm's DUNS number.