J--SJC RIO CHAMA TRAIL STAIRCASE
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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Regional Office is soliciting proposals for the SJC Rio Chama Trail Staircase project. This Firm Fixed-Price construction contract involves the removal of an existing staircase and cableway bridge, and the fabrication and installation of a new low-maintenance steel staircase, hand railing panels, and a kiosk. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due Monday, April 27, 2026, by 4:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The project requires the demolition and offsite disposal of the existing Rio Chama Trail staircase, handrailing, and cableway bridge. Contractors will then fabricate and install a new steel staircase, handrailing, and an educational kiosk. The scope includes site restoration, such as final grading and seeding of disturbed areas. Government Furnished Products (GFP), specifically steel materials and hardware, will be provided for pickup from the Chama Field Office for use in fabrication and installation.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price construction contract.
- Project Magnitude: Between $100,000 and $250,000.
- Period of Performance: 77 days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP), with a goal of completion by July 31, 2026. NTP is estimated 4-5 weeks after the solicitation closes.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238190, with a size standard of $19.0M.
- Bonds: Performance Bond (SF25) and Payment Bond (SF25A) will be required.
- Wage Rates: Adherence to Davis Bacon Wage Rates (NM20260011) for Heavy Construction Projects in New Mexico is mandatory.
Key Requirements & Clarifications
Bidders must comply with Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS) and environmental controls. Various submittals, including demolition plans, safety programs, and construction schedules, are required. A certified surveyor is needed to verify drawings, and AWS welding certifications are mandatory. New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax has been added to the pricing CLINs. Onsite assembly of stairs is acceptable, and quantity surveys are not expected, though a final list of installed GFP-related materials is. The site visit was held on April 10, 2026, and minutes are available, clarifying details such as no equipment access to the bottom of the staircase due to a 650-foot cliff drop.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be emailed to kristen_ruizjimenez@ios.doi.gov. Technical and pricing proposals can be submitted as a single document. The deadline for questions was April 14, 2026. Evaluation will be based on Technical Specifications/Capability, Past Performance, and Price.
Point of Contact
Kristen Ruiz Jimenez, kristen_ruizjimenez@ios.doi.gov, 5054623669.