NM - SW NATIVE ARC - 5-Year BPA for Well Repair
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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. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotes for a 5-Year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for well rehabilitation, repair, and replacement services. This opportunity is for the Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources & Recovery Center (SNARRC) near Roswell, New Mexico. The government seeks the best value based on technical capability, experience, past performance, and price. Quotes are due June 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform inspection, removal, repair, replacement, reinstallation, testing, and start-up of well pumping equipment for up to five groundwater wells. Key requirements include:
- Equipment: Vertical turbine pumps (or approved equal) meeting manufacturer specifications.
- Materials: Components in contact with water must be stainless steel (e.g., 416SS) or approved corrosion-resistant equivalent.
- Tasks: May involve pump/motor assembly work, bowl assembly repair/replacement, column pipe/line shaft repair, packing box overhaul, and machining.
- Testing: Wells must be test pumped for a minimum of six hours upon reinstallation and produce clear water before acceptance.
- Site Conditions: Electrical power and water are available on-site. Work hours are limited to official daylight hours, Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., unless approved otherwise.
- Deliverables: Contractor must dispose of all surplus materials off Government property and submit product data for installed items and field test reports.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: 5-Year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
- Period of Performance: July 3, 2026, to July 2, 2031.
- Order Type: All calls will be firm fixed-priced orders.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Wage Determination: Bidders must adhere to the Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination for New Mexico (counties of Chaves, Eddy, Lincoln, Otero), which outlines minimum hourly wages and fringe benefits.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Email a combined/single PDF file to dana_arnold@ios.doi.gov.
- Required Documents: Completed SF 1449, Company Information (Name, UEI, POC), completed provision at FAR 52.225-2, and signed solicitation amendments (if any).
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability, Technical Experience, Past Performance (using CPARS and other sources), and Price.
Additional Notes
A site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17th, from 7 AM to 2 PM Mountain Time. Interested parties should contact William Knight to RSVP. All questions and quotes must be emailed to Dana Arnold at dana_arnold@ios.doi.gov. The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions.