Y--Arkansas Valley Conduit - Crowley Reach 1

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140R6026R0001, originally dated 04/06/2026, makes the following changes:

• Extends the deadline for submitting questions to 2:00 PM MDT on May 6, 2026.

• Provides the Digital Site Visit Recording (attachment 1).

• Provides the Digital Site Visit PowerPoint Presentation (attachment 2).

• The deadline for questions has been modified.

• Attachments 1 and 2 have been added.

• The deadline for questions has been extended. The impact on proposal submission deadlines is not specified in this amendment, but further amendments may be issued to address additional questions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This presentation provides an overview of the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Crowley Reach 1 project, a water conveyance feature of the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project. The AVC aims to deliver municipal and industrial water within Southeastern Colorado, supplementing or replacing poor-quality groundwater and meeting future water demands. This document is a presentation related to Solicitation No. 140R6026R0001.

The Crowley Reach 1 alignment is approximately 5.3 miles, extending east from the Town of Boone, Colorado, along State Highway 96.

Project Specific Areas of Concern:

• Potentially impacted soils/groundwater in Boone, Colorado: Requires a special encasement trench. Relevant specification sections include 01 11 00 (Summary of Work), 01 57 20 (Environmental Controls), 51 02 60 (Site Characterization Report), 51 02 61 (Soil and Groundwater Contaminant Assessment), and 52 00 00 (Drawings).
• Limited footprint for western Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) in Boone, Colorado: Relevant specification sections include 01 55 00 (Vehicular Access and Parking), 01 55 20 (Traffic Control), 33 05 22 (Horizontal Directional Drilling), and 52 00 00 (Drawings). A fire station is noted on First Street in Boone.
• Railroad Crossing Permits: Not finalized and included as a separate executable option (Option A). Relevant sections include 00 00 50 (Section B), 01 11 00 (Summary of Work), and 52 00 00 (Drawings).

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Questions and submissions should be made per instructions provided on SAM.gov.

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Prospective offerors are highly recommended to conduct a physical site visit. The slides are intended as a brief informational overview; refer to the official solicitation for comprehensive contract information. Contact information for David Bryan (david_bryan@ios.doi.gov) and Monica Burgio (monica_burgio@ios.doi.gov) is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains "UTILITY TEST HOLE REPORTS" for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Crowley Reach 1 project. These reports detail the findings of utility investigations conducted as part of a "SUE Quality Level A Investigation" on June 22, 2023.

Each report includes:

• Test Hole Number and Date
• Utility Owner, Type, Size, and Material
• Survey Data (Northing, Easting, Elevation)
• Ground Elevation, Top of Pipe Elevation, and Bottom of Pipe Elevation
• Depth to Top and Bottom of Utility
• Photographic Documentation
• Quality Control Checks

This document provides critical subsurface utility information, including the precise location, depth, type, and material of existing utilities. This data is essential for bidders to understand existing site conditions, identify potential conflicts with proposed construction, and accurately estimate costs and risks associated with underground utilities for the Crowley Reach 1 project. The detailed information will inform the planning and execution of construction activities to avoid damage to existing utilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the specific insurance requirements that the Licensee (or their Contractor) must procure and maintain as part of the Agreement. It details the types of insurance, minimum coverage limits, and specific endorsements required.

• Commercial General Liability (CGL): Minimum $2,000,000 per occurrence, $4,000,000 aggregate. Must include ISO form CG 00 01 12 04 and a Contractual Liability Railroads endorsement (ISO form CG 24 17 10 01).
• Business Automobile Coverage: Minimum $2,000,000 per accident, covering liability for any auto (owned, hired, non-owned). Must include "Coverage For Certain Operations In Connection With Railroads" endorsement (ISO form CA 20 70 10 01).
• Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability: Statutory liability coverage, plus Employers' Liability with minimum limits of $500,000 per accident and $500,000 per employee for disease. Must cover U.S. Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers' Act, Jones Act, and Outer Continental Shelf Land Act if applicable.
• Environmental Liability Insurance (ELL): Minimum $2,000,000 per loss, $4,000,000 annual aggregate. Must cover bodily injury, property damage, cleanup costs, and defense. Retroactive date must precede the Agreement's effective date, with continuous coverage for five years post-completion.
• Railroad Protective Liability Insurance: Minimum $2,000,000 per occurrence, $6,000,000 aggregate. Required for the duration of work, especially for maintenance, repair, or reconstruction.
• Umbrella/Excess Insurance: Must "follow form" and afford coverage no less than primary policies.
• Additional Insured: Licensor must be named as an Additional Insured on most policies using ISO Additional Insured Endorsement CG 20 26 (or equivalent).
• Punitive Damages: Exclusion must be deleted unless unobtainable or prohibited by law.
• Waiver of Subrogation: Licensee and insurers must waive rights of recovery against Licensor for covered damages.
• Insurance Company Acceptability: Policies must be written by reputable companies with a current Best's Insurance Guide Rating of A- and Class VII or better, authorized to do business in the relevant state(s).

Potential bidders must understand these insurance requirements to accurately estimate costs and ensure compliance. Failure to meet these insurance obligations could disqualify a bid or impact contract performance. Bidders should confirm their ability to obtain the specified coverage and factor the associated costs into their proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire designed to gather feedback on a contractor's performance for a specific project. It is intended to be completed by the client and submitted to the offeror, who will then include it with their proposal. The government may also use this form for future solicitations and reserves the right to verify the information provided.

• Contractor Information: Firm name, address, contact details.
• Work Performed As: Whether the contractor acted as Prime, Subcontractor, Joint Venture, or Other.
• Contract Information: Contract number, type, title, location, award and completion dates, original and final contract prices.
• Project Description: Complexity, relevance to the current submission, and details of similar equipment/requirements.
• Client Information: Name, title, contact details, and role in the project.
• Rating Sections: The questionnaire includes detailed sections for evaluating the contractor's performance in:
  • Quality
  • Schedule/Timeliness of Performance
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Management/Personnel/Labor
  • Cost/Financial Management
  • Safety/Security
  • General (including willingness to rehire)
• Adjective Ratings: A scale from Exceptional (E) to Unsatisfactory (U), with 'Not Applicable' (N) also available.
• Narrative Remarks: Space for specific strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other comments.

This questionnaire is crucial for bidders as it directly relates to the past performance evaluation factor, which is often a significant part of the overall proposal assessment. Completing this form accurately and thoroughly provides evidence of the contractor's capabilities and reliability on previous projects, directly impacting their chances of winning the current opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) – Crowley Reach 1 project, located in Fryingpan-Arkansas Project, Colorado. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $40,000,000 and $65,000,000.

• The solicitation identifies several items that have historically presented challenges for contractors, including:

  • Quality Control & Quality Assurance: Requires a comprehensive Quality Control Plan and a qualified Quality Control Supervisor.
  • Quantity Surveys: Requires preliminary and final surveys, a surveying plan, and submission of all quantity survey notes and computations.
  • Submittals: Requires detailed and logically formatted submittals.
  • Project Record Documents: Requires detailed as-built drawings.
  • Cultural Resources Compliance and Archaeological Monitoring: Requires attention to potential discoveries of archaeological sites and artifacts.
  • Project Specific Areas of Concern: Includes potential contaminated materials in the Town of Boone and limited footprint for HDD installation.
  • Railroad Crossing Permitting: This is an optional executable item.

• NAICS Code: 237110

• Small Business Size Standard: $45,000,000

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract is contemplated.

• Period of Performance: Approximately September 11, 2026 (NTP date is estimated and subject to change).

• Estimated Magnitude of Construction: $40,000,000 - $65,000,000

• Proposal Due Date: May 18, 2026, by 1400 hours (local time).

• Proposal Submission: Sealed offers in original and 1 copy.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Technical Approach and Schedule
  • Past Performance
  • Cost / Price

• Non-price factors (Technical Approach and Schedule, Past Performance) are approximately equal in importance to each other and, combined, are approximately equal in importance to Cost/Price.

• Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration under NAICS code 237110 at the time of proposal submission.

• Small business set-aside requirements are detailed in Section I, Clause 52.219-6 and 52.219-8.

• A site visit is not being conducted; a presentation will be issued via amendment.

• Questions and Answers must be submitted electronically by April 27, 2026, to david_bryan@ios.doi.gov and monica_burgio@ios.doi.gov.

• Attachments include specifications, drawings, insurance requirements, and Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains geology and soil classification data, including detailed logs for various drill holes (DH) and test pits (TP) within the Arkansas Valley Conduit project area, specifically the Boone Reach and Crowley Reach 1 sections. It provides information on soil types, rock strata, weathering, and physical properties.

• Drill Hole Logs (DH-22-114, DH-22-115, DH-22-118, DH-22-119, DH-22-122, DH-22-122A, DH-23-202, DH-23-203, DH-23-204A, DH-23-205, DH-23-206, DH-24-201, DH-24-216, DH-24-217, DH-21-1): Detailed logs of soil and rock strata encountered, including depth, classification (USCS), core recovery, SPT blow counts, and physical condition.
• Test Pit Logs (TP-22-106, TP-23-201, TP-23-202, TP-23-203): Logs for test pits, detailing soil classification, dimensions, and in-place conditions.
• Summary Tables: Compilations of gradation, hydrometer, and physical property analysis for drill samples and test pits.
• Geologic Maps: Surface geology maps for Boone and Crowley Reach 1 areas.
• Observation Well Diagrams: Schematics showing the construction of observation wells.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the subsurface geological conditions and soil characteristics along the proposed conduit alignment. This information is essential for assessing excavation challenges, material handling, foundation design, and overall project feasibility. The detailed logs and maps provide critical data for accurate bidding and project planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for wage determination, specifically for heavy construction projects in Colorado. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for various labor classifications under the Davis-Bacon Act.

• General Decision Number: C020260002
• Superseded General Decision Number: C020250002
• State: Colorado
• Construction Type: Heavy
• Counties Covered: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, El Paso, Jefferson, Larimer, Mesa, Pueblo, and Weld Counties.
• Labor Classifications and Rates: Details specific wage and fringe benefit rates for various trades including Asbestos Workers/Insulator, Bricklayers, Electricians (various specialties), Ironworkers, Laborers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Sheet Metal Workers, Truck Drivers, Boiler Makers, and Carpenters.
• Executive Order Notes: Includes information regarding Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors).
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum wage requirements for laborers and mechanics on federal construction projects in the specified geographic areas. Compliance with these wage rates is a mandatory requirement for contract performance. Bidders must factor these labor costs into their proposals to ensure compliance and accurate bidding.

Other / Unclassified

This document references RFO FAR 36.101-4, which requires agencies to provide descriptions of policies and procedures applicable to the definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts. It also mandates the provision of data on the time required to definitize these adjustments.

This document directs bidders to a specific URL (https://www.doi.gov/pam/acquisition/policy/constructioncontract) where they can find information regarding the government's policies and procedures for handling equitable adjustments and the timeframes involved in their definitization for construction contracts. This information may be relevant for understanding contract administration processes related to change orders.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains "Attachment_2_AVC_Crowley_Reach_1_Drawings.pdf", which provides detailed engineering drawings for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Crowley Reach 1 project. These drawings are essential for understanding the proposed pipeline route, typical construction details, and specific site conditions.

• Plan and Profile Drawings (Sheets 1-31): Detail the alignment of Crowley Reach 1, including stationing, existing ground surface, proposed pipeline centerline, hydraulic grade lines, and locations of various appurtenances such as air valves, blow-off assemblies, sectionalizing valves, sampling stations, and road crossings.
• Typical Section Drawings (Sheets 4, 17, 46): Illustrate standard trench dimensions, pipe installation methods (e.g., CLSM trench, select material trench), and surface replacement details for various conditions, including CDOT right-of-way.
• Detail Drawings (Sheets 33-45): Provide specific construction details for components like air valve assemblies, blow-off assemblies, thrust collars, sampling stations, and special encasements for utility crossings (e.g., Union Pacific Railroad, HDD).
• Symbols and Abbreviations (Sheet 3): A comprehensive legend defining symbols, abbreviations, and notations used throughout the drawings.
• General Notes and Pipe Classifications (Sheet 1): Provide project-specific notes, coordinate system information, and pipe classification details.

These drawings are critical for bidders to accurately assess the scope of work, identify potential construction challenges, estimate material and labor requirements, and develop a compliant and competitive proposal. They provide the definitive geometric and construction detail for the Crowley Reach 1 pipeline.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a presolicitation notice for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) – Crowley Reach 1 construction project. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation intends to issue a competitive solicitation for this project, which is a total small business set-aside. The AVC project aims to provide a reliable municipal and industrial water supply to 40 communities in southeastern Colorado.

The work involves constructing a transmission line in the Town of Boone, Colorado, and along Colorado State Highway 96. Key components include:

• Installation of approximately 5.3 miles of 30-inch water transmission pipe.

• Installation of associated sectionalizing, air, and blowoff valve assemblies.

• Horizontal directional drilling.

• Bored and open trench crossings.

• Road cuts and restoration.

• NAICS Code: 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction)

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 million

• Estimated Magnitude of Construction: $40,000,000 to $65,000,000

• The solicitation is expected to be released electronically on March 6, 2026, via SAM.gov. All updates will be posted on SAM.gov.

• A site visit is planned for the week of March 30, 2026. Specific details will be in Section L of the solicitation.

• Offerors must be fully registered and have an active status in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) by the proposal due date.

• Total small business set-aside.

• This notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• The government will not be responsible for costs incurred in responding to this notice.

• Primary Point of Contact: Monica Burgio (mburgio@usbr.gov). Contracting Officer: David Bryan (dbryan@usbr.gov).

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Region, Eastern Colorado Area Office (ECAO) to gauge the availability and capability of small businesses for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Crowley Reach 1 construction project. The information gathered will help determine if a future solicitation will be a total small business set-aside and inform the government's acquisition strategy. This is for informational purposes only and not a Request for Proposals or Invitation for Bids.

The project involves the construction of approximately 5.3 miles of 30-inch water transmission pipe and associated components, including sectional, air, and blowoff valves, wash crossings, and jack and bore crossings. Traffic management is also included.

The work is situated in the Town of Boone, Colorado, and along Colorado State Highway 96 (SH96) between Boone and Nepesta, Colorado, in Pueblo County.

The estimated project cost is between $40,000,000 and $65,000,000.

237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, with a small business size standard of $45.0 million.

• Firm's name, address, contact information, Cage Code, UEI number.

• Business classification (size and socioeconomic status).

• Bonding capability (single and aggregate performance and payment bond limits).

• Brief capabilities statement demonstrating experience as a prime contractor on similar projects.

• List of 2-5 previous/current pipeline construction/installation projects, including size, scope, dollar value, and percentage of self-performed work.

• Responses should be submitted via email to Monica Burgio (mburgio@usbr.gov) and cc David Bryan (dwbryan@usbr.gov).

• Email subject line: 140R6026R0001 AVC Crowley Reach 1 – Sources Sought Response – (Your Company Name).

• Response deadline: December 5, 2025, by 5:00 pm CST.

• Draft Specifications & Drawings are attached.

• No reimbursement for costs associated with responding.

• Future solicitation announcements must be responded to separately.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (Solicitation No. 140R6026R0001) is for the "Arkansas Valley Conduit Crowley Reach 1" project, located in the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project, Colorado. The project involves the construction of approximately 5.3 miles of 30-inch inside diameter potable water transmission pipe and associated improvements.

• Construction of approximately 5.3 miles of 30-inch inside diameter potable water transmission pipe.

• Horizontal directional drilling, bored crossings (including Union Pacific railroad right-of-way), and road cuts and restoration.

• Open trench crossing of Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad right-of-way and SH96.

• Installation of sectionalizing, air, and blowoff valve assemblies and sampling stations.

• Testing of potentially impacted soil in the Town of Boone.

• Preparation of material management submittals for CDPHE approval.

• Installation of fiber conduit, cable, splice vaults, and associated improvements.

• Testing of fiber optic cable.

• Flushing and testing of installed piping.

• General requirements, concrete, metals, thermal and moisture protection, finishes, specialties, electrical, communications, earthwork, exterior improvements, and utilities.

• Solicitation No. 140R6026R0001

• Posted Date: 2025-11-13

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• The document is a "DRAFT" version.

• Utility Test Hole Reports are available, providing detailed subsurface utility information (type, size, material, depth, location) from contractors like GOODBEE & ASSOCIATES, INC. This data is crucial for bidders to understand existing conditions and potential conflicts.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for various components of the Arkansas Valley Conduit project, specifically focusing on Crowley Reach 1. It includes general notes, pipe classifications, symbols, abbreviations, and detailed plan and profile views of the pipeline route. Additionally, it provides typical trench details, air valve and blowoff data tables, sectionalizing valve assemblies, sampling station details, corrosion protection measures, and various construction details such as joints in concrete structures and location markers.

• General Notes: Applicable to all drawings, covering aspects like excavation limits, cover requirements, road crossings, and railroad requirements.
• Pipe Classifications: Defines how pipe types are designated based on diameter, cover, and pressure head.
• Symbols and Abbreviations: A comprehensive legend for understanding graphical representations and shorthand used in the drawings.
• Plan and Profile Views: Detailed layouts showing the pipeline alignment, stationing, ground surface, hydraulic grade lines, and existing utilities.
• Trench Details: Illustrates standard and shored trench configurations, including excavation limits, bedding, embedment, and surface restoration.
• Component Details: Specific drawings for air valves, blowoff assemblies, sectionalizing valves, sampling stations, and corrosion protection systems.
• Construction Details: Information on concrete joints, pipe installation with soil pads, and road rehabilitation.
• Survey Control Information: Data related to horizontal and vertical control points used for the project.

This collection of drawings is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout, construction methods, material specifications, and site conditions for the Crowley Reach 1 segment of the Arkansas Valley Conduit. It provides the necessary detail to accurately estimate costs, plan construction activities, and ensure compliance with project requirements. Bidders must review these drawings to comprehend the scope of work, identify potential challenges, and prepare a compliant and competitive proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed geological logs and test pit data for various drill holes (DH) and test pits (TP) conducted as part of the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project, specifically for the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Boone Reach and Crowley Reach 1. It provides critical geotechnical information for proposed construction.

• Drill Hole Logs (DH-22-114, DH-22-115, DH-22-118, DH-22-119, DH-22-120, DH-22-121, DH-22-122, DH-22-122A, DH-23-202, DH-23-203, DH-23-204A, DH-23-205, DH-23-206, DH-24-201, DH-24-216, DH-24-217): These logs detail soil and rock classifications, depth, core recovery, SPT blow counts, and geological interpretations (Quaternary Alluvium, Cretaceous Pierre Shale, Artificial Fill). They include laboratory test data for various samples, noting properties like fines content, sand content, liquid limit (LL), plastic index (PI), moisture content (MC), dry unit weight, and classification.
• Test Pit Logs (TP-22-101, TP-22-105, TP-22-106, TP-23-102, TP-23-201, TP-23-202, TP-23-203): These logs provide similar classification and description of materials encountered in test pits, along with in-place conditions and geological interpretations.
• Observation Well Diagrams (DH-22-118, DH-22-119, DH-22-122A): These diagrams illustrate the construction details of observation wells, including casing, screens, backfill materials, and depths.
• Summary Tables: Tables provide summarized data on gradation, hydrometer analysis, and physical properties (Atterberg Limits, moisture content, dry density) for various samples.

This comprehensive set of geotechnical data is crucial for bidders to understand the subsurface soil and rock conditions along the proposed AVC alignment. It informs decisions regarding:

• Site suitability: Assessing the feasibility of construction in different areas.
• Excavation and foundation design: Estimating excavation challenges, required support, and foundation requirements.
• Material properties: Understanding soil strength, plasticity, and other characteristics that impact construction methods and costs.
• Risk assessment: Identifying potential geotechnical risks and planning mitigation strategies.

Bidders should review these logs and data to accurately estimate project costs, timelines, and potential challenges related to subsurface conditions.