Reservoir Embankment Rehabilitation, Stuttgart, AR

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Reservoir Embankment Rehabilitation in Stuttgart, AR. The project is set aside for Total Small Business with NAICS code 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction).

• Rehabilitation of the reservoir embankment.

• The performance period is 270 calendar days after award.

• Prospective offerors must be registered with Systems for Award Management (SAM) with an active registration at the time of solicitation closing.

• The contract type is anticipated to be firm-fixed-price.

• The period of performance is 270 days after award.

• Offers are due by 06/24/2026 at 12:00 PM local time.

• Proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis for technical acceptability and past performance, with award made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

• The evaluation will consider technical approach, corporate experience, and price.

• Offerors must hold prices firm until September 30, 2026.

• This solicitation is set aside for Total Small Business.

• An organized site visit is scheduled for June 11, 2026. Vendors must notify Raeann Braithwaite@usda.gov to attend.

• Questions are due by June 15, 2026, to osvaldo.rodriguez@usda.gov.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions covering various aspects of construction contracts, including but not limited to, changes, inspection, payment, labor standards, and environmental controls.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains design drawings for the Reservoir Embankment Rehabilitation project at the Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center (SNARC).

• Cover Sheet (T-001): Project title, design contract and order numbers, location, and index of drawings.
• Overall Site Plan (C-100): Layout of the research center, including ponds, buildings, roads, and the East Reservoir Levee.
• Reservoir Embankment Sections (C-200): Detailed cross-sections of the East Reservoir Levee, showing existing and proposed profiles, dimensions, and materials like rip rap and silt fence.
• Typical Details (C-300): Illustrates standard construction elements such as the new levee section, rip rap key, and silt fence.
• Reservoir Outlet Pipe Replacement (C-301): Details the removal of the existing outlet pipe and installation of a new one, including pipe specifications, anti-seepage collar, and outfall pad.

These drawings provide the specific technical details, dimensions, and construction requirements for the reservoir embankment rehabilitation. Bidders will use these drawings to understand the scope of work, prepare bids, and execute the construction.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "Specifications" for "Reservoir Embankment Rehabilitation" at the USDA Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center (SNARC). It details the technical requirements and standards for the project.

• General Requirements: Covers warranty of construction, general paragraphs, contractor quality control, and general requirements.
• Earthwork: Details requirements for excavation, fill materials (structural, embankment, porous, topsoil, utility bedding), rip-rap, and geotextiles.
• Aggregate Surfacing: Specifies requirements for aggregate materials, gradation, placement, compaction, and smoothness.
• Seeding: Outlines requirements for topsoil, seed types, planting dates, and erosion control materials.
• Project Closeout: Includes requirements for as-built drawings, substantial completion, final inspection, and release of liens.
• Testing: Details testing procedures for various materials, including density, moisture-density relationships, sieve analysis, and liquid limit/plasticity index.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the technical scope, materials, and quality standards for the reservoir embankment rehabilitation project. It provides the detailed specifications that bidders must adhere to in their proposals and in executing the work. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurate bidding, project planning, and successful execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for the Davis-Bacon Act, specifically for "Heavy" construction types in Arkansas counties including Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, Drew, and Phillips. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications.

• General Decision Number: AR20260045
• Publication Date: 05/18/2026 (with a prior modification date of 01/02/2026)
• Applicable Construction Type: Heavy
• Geographic Area: Specific counties in Arkansas.
• Classifications and Rates: Lists wage and fringe rates for roles such as TRUCK DRIVER (DUMP TRUCK), OPERATOR (BULLDOZER, BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE), LABORER (PIPELAYER, COMMON OR GENERAL), and CARPENTER (INCLUDES FORM WORK).
• Executive Order (EO) 13706: Notes the applicability of paid sick leave for Federal Contractors awarded on or after January 1, 2017, requiring 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually.
• Executive Order 13658: Addresses minimum wage requirements for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, setting a minimum hourly rate (or applicable higher wage determination rate) for hours worked on the contract.
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains various identifiers (SU, UAVG, SA) used to denote different types of prevailing wage rates (union, survey, state-adopted).
• Wage Determination Appeals Process: Outlines the procedures for appealing initial decisions related to wage determinations.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits when preparing their proposals for any contract subject to the Davis-Bacon Act within the specified geographic area and construction type. Compliance with Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage is also a requirement. Understanding the different rate identifiers and the appeals process is crucial for ensuring compliance and addressing any potential discrepancies.