Y--WA-TOPPENISH NWR-DESIGN/BUILD WELL
ID: 140FC324R0011Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, CONSTRUCTION A/E TEAM 3Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES (Y1NE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c0248c7e7df949b2a6f6a15749df2dde/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is seeking contractors for the design and construction of a new domestic well at the Toppenish National Wildlife Refuge in Washington. The project involves engineering services, construction documentation, and drilling operations, with a focus on adhering to federal guidelines and environmental compliance. This initiative is part of the government's commitment to enhancing infrastructure within national wildlife refuges, ensuring sustainable water supply and ecological management. Interested contractors should note that the site visit is scheduled for July 30, 2024, and proposals are due by September 16, 2024, with a project budget estimated between $500,000 and $1 million. For further inquiries, contact Jessica Tines at jessica_tines@fws.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tines, Jessica
    (000) 000-0000
    jessica_tines@fws.gov
    Files
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    A04_SOW_1.pdf
    A06_MAP_0002.pdf
    The document outlines the details regarding a project related to the Refuge’s existing domestic well, located at specific geographical coordinates. The main focus is on scheduling a site visit to the Refuge Headquarters Office, which is near the well. The file emphasizes the importance of following a mapped route indicated by blue dots leading to the well site. This pertains to governmental efforts to maintain or upgrade water resources, pertinent for federal government requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants. The context suggests an environmental or infrastructural project aimed at ensuring sustainable water supply and possibly assessing the site for future development plans. Overall, this initiative highlights the government’s commitment to ecological management and community resources.
    Sol_140FC324R0011_Amd_0001.pdf
    This document outlines an amendment to a solicitation aimed at modifying a contract, specifically referencing Solicitation No. 140FC324R0011. The amendment updates the scheduled site visit from 10:00 am PDT to 12:00 pm PDT on July 30, 2024, at a designated location in Toppenish, WA. It notes that for contracts exceeding $35,000, a Payment Bond is required, while contracts over $150,000 necessitate both payment and performance bonds, expected within 10 calendar days post-award. The period of performance for the related project is set from September 23, 2024, to January 22, 2026. Questions about the solicitation should be submitted via email by August 5, 2024, at 10:00 am PDT to the designated official. Overall, this document serves as a formal communication to prospective contractors about changes to the solicitation process and emphasizes critical compliance requirements for bidding.
    Sol_140FC324R0011_Amd_0002.pdf
    The document is an amendment to solicitation number 140FC324R0011, issued by the FWS Construction A/E Team, detailing important updates for contractors regarding a specific project near Toppenish, WA. Key changes include instructions for acknowledging receipt of the amendment and requirements for modifying submitted offers. It specifies that amounts awarded over $35,000 necessitate a Payment Bond, while contracts exceeding $150,000 require both payment and performance bonds within ten days post-award. The project's magnitude is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a site visit scheduled for July 30, 2024. All Phase 1 inquiries must be submitted via email by August 5, 2024, and the project's performance period is set from September 23, 2024, to January 22, 2026. The amendment emphasizes protocols for communication and submission to ensure compliance with federal contracting procedures.
    Sol_140FC324R0011_Amd_0003.pdf
    This document amends solicitation FC324R0011 and initiates Phase II of the bidding process for a construction project in Falls Church, VA. Offerors selected from Phase I have been notified and are eligible to submit proposals. Key dates include the deadline for Phase II questions on September 6, 2024, at 10:00 am PST, and the proposal due date on September 16, 2024, at 10:00 am PST. The amendment underscores the requirement for payment bonds for awarded amounts exceeding $35,000 and both payment and performance bonds for awards over $150,000, due within ten calendar days post-award. The project has a budget magnitude between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a performance period extending from September 23, 2024, to January 22, 2026. Overall, this amendment outlines critical procedural steps, requirements for submission, and financial bonding conditions in the context of federal contracting.
    Sol_140FC324R0011.pdf
    The document outlines the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction of a new domestic well and associated services at the Toppenish National Wildlife Refuge in Washington. The solicitation number is 140FC324R0011, and the project encompasses various base tasks including engineering services, construction documents, and drilling operations. The contractor must adhere to federal guidelines, including submission of required payment and performance bonds. The project's expected performance period is from September 23, 2024, to January 22, 2026, with a site visit scheduled for July 30, 2024. Additionally, the RFP details environmental compliance requirements, payment processes, and hazardous material handling protocols. The document emphasizes the crucial role of contractors in fulfilling project requirements while ensuring safety and proper environmental practices. Overall, this RFP exemplifies the government's commitment to enhancing infrastructure within national wildlife refuges while adhering to strict regulatory standards.
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