J--Pump 123 Replacement for the Fort Hall Indian Irri
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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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Northwest Region, issued a solicitation (now an Award Notice) for the replacement of Pump 123 for the Fort Hall Indian Irrigation Project (FHIIP). This requirement was a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order. The solicitation closed on March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective was to replace one deep well pump (Pump 123) located in the Michaud Unit. The scope included providing all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision for:
- Pulling and inspecting the existing pump and components.
- Installing a new bowl assembly designed for 233 TDH @ 1340 GPM.
- Installing 100 feet of new 10" column and 100 feet of new tube and shaft.
- Re-installing the existing pump head and the existing 100 HP electric motor.
- Removing and replacing an existing wood canopy at the well site. Work was required to be completed without adversely impacting irrigation deliveries, which occur annually from April 15 through October 15.
Key Requirements & Technical Details
Technical specifications for Well No. 123 were provided, detailing well statistics (capacity, water levels), depth measurements, pumping head calculations, and horsepower estimations. A map (Attachment 2) provided crucial geographic context, including the location of Pump 123, roads, and landmarks. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement was 811310, Commercial & Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance, with a $12.5M small business size standard.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance: March 9, 2026, to April 15, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business.
- Place of Performance: Pump 123, off Siphon Road near exit 52 on I-86, within the Michaud Unit of the Fort Hall Indian Irrigation Project.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes were required to be received on or before March 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. Submissions were via email to Brian Roberts at brian.roberts@bia.gov, with a specific subject line. Quotes needed to include Unique Entity ID, business address, contact information, RFQ number, quote number, quote date, and FFP pricing addressing all SOW elements. Evaluation was based on Lowest Priced - Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Contractor inquiries were due by 12:00 PM Pacific Time, Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Additional Notes
A Wage Determination for Bannock County, Idaho, was applicable, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits under the Service Contract Act, which bidders needed to consider for pricing. Payment was to be made via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Brian Roberts, brian.roberts@bia.gov, 360-614-5851.