Clark AVE Sewer Line Replacement
Overview
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Qualification Details
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. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, specifically the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre & Gunnison National Forest, has issued a Special Notice announcing a sole-source award for the Clark AVE Sewer Line Replacement project in Paonia, CO. This award, under Identification Number 1240LT26Q0040, was made due to "Unusual and compelling urgency" (FAR 6.103-2) to address an emergency sewer line repair.
Scope of Work
The project involves the emergency replacement of approximately 76 feet of broken clay sewer pipe with 4-inch diameter PVC pipe at the Paonia Ranger District's living quarters. The scope includes excavation through asphalt, pipe connections to the Town of Paonia's main sewer line, installation of clean outs, backfilling, and road repairs. This urgent repair is critical to ensure public health and safety.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole-Source Award (Special Notice)
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), implemented by FAR 6.103-2 ("Unusual and Compelling Urgency")
- Estimated Value: $22,250
- Awarded Contractor: DARE-CASE Contracting Services (identified for unique qualifications and immediate response capability)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) - Note: While a set-aside is indicated, this is a sole-source award notification.
Timeline
- Published Date: March 25, 2026
Additional Notes
This Special Notice serves as a notification of a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A). Market research was conducted, which indicated potential capable vendors exist; however, the immediate urgency and strict timeline for repair necessitated the sole-source action. The agency plans to take steps in future acquisitions to remove barriers to competition, including providing information on SAM enrollment and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) acquisition.