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Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140L1226Q0012 serves to answer questions from potential offerors regarding the project.

• The document provides answers to specific questions related to the solicitation.

• The amendment does not change the original solicitation's deadlines or requirements but provides clarifications to assist offerors in preparing their proposals.

• Budget: The engineer's estimate cannot be released. The Independent Government Estimate is $80,300.

• Mobilization/Demobilization: The road is a primitive dirt road, generally passable, but extreme wet conditions may pose issues for heavy equipment. The site is approximately half a mile from a paved road.

• Liquidated Damages: Information on liquidated damages is not provided.

• Equipment/Materials Storage: Equipment and materials can be stored onsite for the project duration. The rancher will need access to cattle grazing areas, and the well pad should accommodate this. The site is open to public access, but a locked gate may limit access overnight with management approval.

• Drilling Methods: The SOW does not specify acceptable drilling methods.

• Discharge Water: Discharge water from well development and pump testing may be discharged to the ground surface adjacent to the well, provided it does not recirculate into a shallow aquifer, cause flooding/erosion, or violate Kern County Environmental Health regulations. Site-specific erosion risk determination is the responsibility of the COR and contractor.

• Operating Pressure: The SOW does not specify an operating pressure requirement. The performance target is 2-4 GPM yield, with final pump sizing at 60-70% of tested aquifer capacity.

• Power Source: Solar power is confirmed as the only viable option due to the remote location and lack of grid utilities.

• Security/Vandalism: While no specific anti-vandalism standards are prescribed beyond a sanitary well seal, standard BLM practice includes fencing livestock wells. Bollards should be included, and ideally, the fence would encompass the solar panel array. Offerors should include recommended protective measures in their technical proposals.

• Engineer's Estimate: Cannot be released per federal procurement standards.

• Casing Material: No material preference. Steel per ASTM A589 is typical, but drill method may influence options. The licensed C-57 contractor's determination, in compliance with ASTM F480 (if thermoplastic) and NRCS NEH Part 631 Chapter 32, governs. Kern County Environmental Health has final approval authority.

• Period of Performance: 06/15/2026 to 06/14/2027.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The objective is to restore a sustainable livestock water supply by drilling and completing a new non-potable water source in Short Canyon, CA, while properly abandoning the existing non-functioning well. The new well must meet established state and NRCS technical standards and deliver a minimum pump rate of 2-4 gpm.

• Drill and complete a new 6-inch non-potable livestock water well at Short Canyon, in the general vicinity of the old well, with the exact location to be determined with the COR.

• Properly abandon the existing non-functioning 6-inch well according to Kern County Well Abandonment procedures and California State Water Well Standards.

• Furnish all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and professional services.

• The new well must meet NRCS Water Well Specifications (Exhibit 1) and California State Water Well Standards.

• Abandonment must comply with Kern County Well Abandonment Requirements (Exhibit 2).

• Deliver a Well Completion Report (drill log), pump test results (step-drawdown and 24-hour constant-rate tests), and a water quality analysis (CCR Title 22 standard).

• Emergency response times: 4 hours outside normal business hours, 2 hours during normal business hours.

• Period of Performance: One year from the award date.

• Place of Performance: Public land administered by the BLM in the vicinity of Weldon, CA, Kern County. Access is via Kelso Creek Road and a dirt two-track route.

• Obtain all necessary permits (well drilling, well demolition) from local regulating agencies prior to work commencement.

• Work must be performed by a licensed C-57 water well drilling contractor, where applicable.

• Contractor must submit a Contingency Plan as part of their proposal.

• Contractor must submit a draft emergency response plan prior to contract start date.

• Adhere to all safety and health standards (OSHA, California Title 19/8, BLM Safety and Health Standards).

• Site access is via rough, unimproved dirt routes; no utilities or restroom facilities are available at the work site.

• Contractor is responsible for safeguarding government property and securing facilities.

• Contractor personnel must present a professional appearance and carry appropriate identification.

• Preserve historical and archeological data; suspend operations and notify COR immediately upon discovery of potential historical or archeological data.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for construction services related to the "Short Canyon Well Replacement/Abandonment" project. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking quotations for these services, which will be acquired using simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 36. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract.

• Well Abandonment and Drilling at Short Canyon in Weldon, CA.

• Work must be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and all attachments.

• Product/Service Code: Z2QA (Repair or Alteration of Restoration of Real Property).

• Contract Type: Construction, Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract.

• Period of Performance: 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, estimated from 06/15/2026 to 06/14/2027.

• Place of Performance: Kern County, CA.

• Type of Construction: Residential.

• Site Visit: May 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time.

• Questions Due Date: May 15, 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific Time.

• Quote Due Date: May 22, 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific Time.

• Quotations must be submitted via email to michael_anson@ios.doi.gov and branden_bayze@ios.doi.gov.

• Quotations must be valid for a minimum of 60 days.

• Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quotation demonstrates acceptable technical capability and past performance, and offers the lowest price.

• Evaluation Criteria: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• This acquisition is designated as a Small Business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 237110, with a small business size standard of $45.0 Million.

• Offerors classified as other than a small business will be considered ineligible for award.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Applicable Federal, State, and local taxes should be included.

• Construction wage rate requirements are applicable, and current prevailing wage determinations are included.

• The document references numerous FAR and DIAR clauses and provisions that bidders must comply with.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a price schedule for the Short Canyon Well Abandonment / Drilling opportunity. Bidders are expected to use this schedule to provide their pricing for the listed line items.

• Mobilization: Lump Sum
• Well Abandonment: Lump Sum
• Well Drilling and Casing: Lump Sum
• De-Mobilization: Lump Sum

This price schedule outlines the specific work items for which pricing is required. Bidders must complete the 'Unit Cost' and 'Cost' columns for each item to submit a complete proposal. The total cost will be calculated based on the entries in this schedule.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

Offerors must submit a technical proposal demonstrating their ability to perform the work. Key elements to address include:

• Experience and Licensing: Evidence of a valid California C-57 Well Drilling License and recent project descriptions for deep agricultural/livestock well drilling (200-500 ft) and legal well abandonment compliant with Kern County standards.
• New Well Construction Methodology: Details on drilling method (e.g., Mud Rotary, Air Rotary), borehole diameter, and proposed casing/screen materials.
• Abandonment Methodology: Proposed sealing material for the existing well, method and equipment for placing the seal (e.g., tremie pipe), and the method for physically capping the well.
• Testing and Reporting: Approach for Step-Drawdown and Constant Rate pump tests, including equipment and data recording methods.

Submit a list of up to three (3) similar contracts completed within the past five years. "Similar scope" includes agricultural/livestock water well drilling, well rehabilitation, or well abandonment/destruction.

For each contract, provide:

• Project Title and Location
• Contract Number (if applicable)
• Period of Performance
• Total Contract Value
• Client Point of Contact (POC) (Name, title, phone, email)
• Brief Description: Narrative explaining relevance to Short Canyon requirements (e.g., similar depth, geology, regulatory environment).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) from the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, establishing prevailing wage rates for various construction trades in San Bernardino County, California. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements on federal or federally funded construction projects.

• General Decision Number: CA20260026
• Effective Date: January 23, 2026
• Geographic Area: San Bernardino County, California
• Construction Types: Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), and Highway
• Classifications: Lists numerous specific job classifications (e.g., Asbestos Workers, Boilermaker, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Plumber, Truck Driver) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Modifications: Includes a history of modifications to the decision with publication dates.
• Premium Pay: Details additional pay requirements for specific locations (e.g., military bases) or conditions (e.g., working at heights, hazardous environments).
• Zone Pay: Outlines additional pay for specific geographic zones within California.
• Footnotes and Scope of Work: Provides specific details and limitations for certain classifications and work types.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Contractors must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these prevailing rates to comply with federal labor laws. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to bid disqualification or contract violations.