J--Rehab Well no. 2 at Yosemite Valley - Yosemite NP

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0005) to solicitation 140P8526Q0023 makes several key changes:

• Award Selection Process: Revises the process to state that award will be made to the offeror providing the best value, evaluated comparatively based on Price, Technical ability (including equipment, personnel, disinfection standards, proposed approach, and schedule), and Prior Experience.

• Statement of Work (SOW): Replaces the previous SOW with a revised version. The period of performance has been removed from the SOW.

• RFQ Due Date: Extended to March 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time.

• Answers to Contractor Questions: Provides clarifications on various aspects of the project, including:

  • Column pipe size (6 inches).
  • Pump configuration (unknown if suction/foot valve is present).
  • Project timeline (5-day period of performance deleted from SOW, bidders should propose their timeline).
  • Sounding tube size (1-inch Schedule 40 PVC).
  • Clarification that "well casing" refers to the pump column, not the well casing itself.
  • Pump column diameter (6 inches).
  • Confirmation that all wetted components must comply with NSF/ANSI 61.
  • Pump line shaft diameter (1-3/16 inches).
  • Disinfection method (AWWA C-651 "Swab Method" using sodium hypochlorite).
  • Flushing requirements (chlorine residual below 1.00 mg/L, dechlorination required).
  • Working days (Monday-Friday, 0700-1700, excluding Federal holidays).
  • Normal discharge pressure (140 PSI).
  • Minimum wall thickness for replacement pipe (must meet or exceed 0.277 inches).
  • Pump motor rating (100 HP, 600-800 GPM production).
  • Confirmation that removal and refurbishment of the turbine pump at 187 ft and the line shaft assembly is required.
  • Clarification that "well casing" in Section 4 refers to the pump discharge column.
  • Repairs outside the SOW will be treated as a differing site condition.
  • Video inspection is not required.
  • No records of last pump pull/service are available.

• Award Selection Process (Page 4 of solicitation)

• Statement of Work (SOW) - Period of Performance removed, revised SOW attached.

• Instructions to Offerors - Proposed schedule added to checklist.

• Various sections of the original solicitation addressed in the Q&A.

• The RFQ due date has been extended to March 31, 2026.

• Offerors must acknowledge this amendment as per instructions in Box 11.

• The award selection process has been revised.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To engage a Professional Deep Well Specialist to pull a well pump, assess repair needs, and replace spider bearings at Well #2 in Yosemite Valley, approximately 187 feet below grade.

• Remove motor and base from the well column.

• Pull the turbine pump set from approximately 187' depth using skylight/roof access.

• Assess conditions of components below grade and refurbish as necessary, including T&C column pipe water lube and 1-1/2” water lube shaft assembly. Replacement of spider bearings and other bolts is expected.

• Assess and potentially replace well casing (187') and PVC pipe for level transducer sounding tube due to age and glacial silt damage. This should be included in the bid.

• Notify the contracting officer in writing if repairs exceed the purchase order amount or are not possible.

• Re-install all components and adjust shaft to optimum impeller clearance.

• Remain onsite during NPS personnel start-up procedures to verify water production, amperage, and shaft stability.

• All work must comply with AWWA C654-03 (or most recent), sections 4.4, 4.5, and 4.5.1 for disinfection.

• Work must be completed within 5 days of notice to proceed.

• Work must be performed during park hours (7 am - 5 pm).

• No weekend or holiday work is permitted without written permission.

• Location: Yosemite Valley, approximately 4000' elevation, behind Yosemite Lodge on an uneven, unpaved road with potential muddy conditions.

• A 45' vehicle length restriction is in place on Highway 140.

• An NPS representative will always be onsite.

• Contact: Jerod Raines, Valley Utilities Supervisor, 209-347-1510.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0004) to solicitation 140P8526Q0023 modifies the original solicitation as follows:

• Extends the RFQ due date and time to March 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time (PT).

• Provides an update that the National Park Service (NPS) is reviewing contractor questions and will provide answers in a future amendment.

• The RFQ due date and time is affected.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to March 24, 2026, 2:00 PM PT.

• Further clarification on contractor questions will be provided in a subsequent amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) re-issues details from Amendment 0002 due to system issues. Key changes include:

• Extension of the RFQ due date and time.

• Addition of the site visit attendance roster.

• Establishment of a deadline for contractor questions.

• RFQ due date and time

• Site visit attendance roster (now attached)

• Deadline for contractor questions

• The RFQ due date is extended to March 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time (PT).

• All questions regarding the solicitation are due by the end of the day on March 4, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attendance roster for a meeting related to the Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project. It records attendees, their organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses.

• Meeting Title: Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project
• Organizer: Jarod Raines
• Date: 2/26/2026
• Time: 10:00 AM
• Attendees: A list of individuals with their associated organizations (e.g., Tri county, SCLI, Pump Pros, WBD, H:B, Hawk, DPP, Zim, RTDRILL, Laurel).
• Contact Information: Phone numbers and email addresses for each attendee.

This roster provides contact information for individuals and organizations that attended a project meeting. Bidders may use this information to identify potential partners, subcontractors, or stakeholders involved in the Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attendance roster for a meeting related to the Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project. It records attendees, their organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses.

• Meeting Title: Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project
• Organizer: Jarod Raines
• Date: 2/26/2026
• Time: 10:00 AM
• Attendees: A list of individuals with their respective organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses.

This roster provides contact information for individuals and organizations that attended a project meeting. Bidders may use this information to identify potential partners, subcontractors, or to follow up on discussions related to the Yosemite Valley Well Rehabilitation Project.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 140P8526Q0023, with an effective date of March 2, 2026. It modifies the solicitation, extending the hour and date specified for the receipt of offers.

• Item 9A: Amendment of Solicitation Number (140P8526Q0023)

• Item 9B: Dated (02/03/2026)

• The deadline for offer submission has been extended. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the new specified hour and date to avoid rejection of their offer. Changes to submitted offers can be made via letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment, provided they are received before the new opening hour and date.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140P8526Q0023 reschedules the site visit due to weather conditions.

• The site visit date and time have been changed.

• New Site Visit Date: February 26, 2026

• New Site Visit Time: 10:00 AM PT

• Meeting Location: Yosemite Valley Well No. 2

• RSVP Deadline: End of day, February 24, 2026, to Tim Modjeski at tim_modjeski@nps.gov.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To engage a Professional Deep Well Specialist to perform urgent repairs and rehabilitation of Well #2 in Yosemite Valley, which is experiencing issues with shaking/wobbling shafts, noises, pitting, and excessive wear due to glacial silt.

• Remove the motor and base from the well column.

• Pull the turbine pump set from approximately 187 feet depth.

• Assess and refurbish components below grade, including T&C column pipe water lube and 1-1/2” water lube shaft assembly. Replacement of spider bearings and other bolts is expected.

• Assess the well casing (187') and PVC pipe for the level transducer sounding tube for damage from age and glacial silt. Replacement of these components should be included in the bid.

• Notify the contracting officer in writing if necessary repairs exceed the purchase order amount or are not possible.

• Re-install all components and adjust the shaft to optimum impeller clearance.

• Remain onsite during startup procedures to verify water production, amperage, and shaft stability.

• Disinfect the well and equipment in compliance with AWWA C654-03 (or most recent), sections 4.4, 4.5, and 4.5.1.

• Location: Yosemite Valley, approximately 4000' elevation, behind Yosemite Lodge on an uneven, unpaved road with potential muddy conditions.

• Work Hours: Must be performed during park hours (7 am - 5 pm). No weekend or holiday work is permitted without written permission.

• Completion: Work shall be completed within 5 days of notice to proceed.

• Vendor must comply with AWWA C654-03 for disinfection.

• A 45' vehicle length restriction is in place on Highway 140.

• An NPS representative will always be onsite.

Jerod Raines, Valley Utilities Supervisor, 209-347-1510

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, issued by the National Park Service (NPS) for the rehabilitation of Well No. 2 at Yosemite National Park. The work involves urgent rehabilitation of the well, including pulling and reinstalling a turbine pump (approximately 187 feet deep), inspecting and refurbishing components, and replacing spider bearings. All work must comply with the provided statement of work.

• Rehabilitation of Well No. 2 at Yosemite Valley.

• Pulling and reinstalling a turbine pump (~187' depth).

• Inspecting and refurbishing pump components.

• Replacing spider bearings.

• Compliance with AWWA C654-03 disinfection standards.

• Completion within a twenty-one (21) day period.

• Work must be performed under site constraints (e.g., roof/skylight access, elevation/weather conditions).

• The contract will be a firm fixed-price contract.

• Delivery is required within 21 days after award.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to tim_modjeski@nps.gov.

• Key submission requirements include a completed SF 18, signed acknowledgement, acknowledged amendments, completed provisions, a project narrative (max two pages), and three prior experience examples.

• Evaluation will be based on Price, Technical capability, and Prior Experience.

• Technical evaluation includes assessing equipment/personnel availability, AWWA C654-03 compliance, completion timeframe, and proposed approach.

• Prior experience evaluation includes depth/capacity of wells serviced and past performance references.

• The proposal submission deadline is March 5, 2026, at 1400 PST.

• This is a 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 221310.

• The small business size standard is $41,000,000.

• A written solicitation will not be issued; this RFQ is the only solicitation.

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

• A site visit is scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT at Yosemite Valley Well No. 2. RSVP to tim_modjeski by February 17, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5661, Revision No. 29) for the Service Contract Act, applicable to the Mariposa County, California area. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work covered by the Service Contract Act.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job titles with corresponding codes.
• Minimum Wage Rates: The minimum hourly wage required for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specifics on Health & Welfare benefits are provided, including rates for regular hours and those covered by Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, outlining specific requirements and minimum rates.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details the paid vacation and holiday provisions required for service contract employees.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing the contract. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by establishing the baseline wages and benefits that must be paid to employees working on the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these minimums to be compliant.