A3 WELL BOOSTER
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Columbia Environmental Research Center (CERC) is soliciting proposals for the A3 Well Booster project. This opportunity involves the removal and replacement of an existing centrifugal pump, and the installation of two (2) redundant inverter-duty centrifugal pumps, a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), and supporting controls. This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due May 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, labor, equipment, travel, and supervision to perform an electrical upgrade at the Administration Building (A3) at USGS CERC in Boone County, Missouri. Key tasks include:
- Removal of the existing 10 hp, 3-phase, 230v centrifugal pump and manual motor starter.
- Installation of two (2) redundant inverter-duty centrifugal pumps capable of 120-200 feet of head and 200 gallons per minute flow.
- Installation of a properly sized VFD with bypass function and BACnet capabilities.
- Installation of a digital flow meter and digital pressure gauges, both with BACnet capabilities, on the suction and discharge piping.
- Removal and replacement of current piping to allow for redundancy, including a bypass.
- Ensuring new pumps are level and easily accessible for maintenance/replacement. All circuits must comply with existing Local and National Electrical Code Standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 30 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP). The anticipated performance period is June 19, 2026, to August 3, 2026.
- Place of Performance: USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center, 4200 New Haven Road, Columbia, MO 65201 (Boone County, Missouri).
- NAICS Code: 333914 (Size Standard: 750 employees).
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- Bonds: A Bid Bond is required with quote submittal. Payment and Performance Bonds are required upon award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to dparkin@usgs.gov. Faxed quotes will not be accepted.
- Site Visit: A site visit is strongly encouraged and will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM Central Time at the USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center. Attendees must email Dayna Parkin (dayna_parkin@ios.doi.gov) or Michael Prince (mprince@usgs.gov) with names, emails, and phone numbers 24 hours prior.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated on Experience, Technical Capability/Approach, and Past Performance. Non-price factors are considered significantly more important than price.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 5, 2026.
- Registration: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
Key Attachments & Requirements
Bidders must adhere to the provided Statement of Work, Wage Decision MO20260084 (for prevailing wage rates in Boone County, MO), and various forms including SF 1413 (Subcontractor Acknowledgment), SF 25A (Payment Bond), and WH-347 (Certified Payroll Form). A Past Performance Questionnaire is also provided for reference on evaluation criteria.