Y--SIMON DRAW DIVERSIONS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Reclamation has issued a Presolicitation notice for the Simon Draw Diversions project, indicating an intent to award a sole source contract to WCA Construction, LLC. This project involves modifying an existing diversion structure and constructing a new one near Cortez, Colorado, to divert water for the irrigation of Simon Wetlands. The contract is set aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE). While a sole source award is anticipated, responsible sources may still submit a bid, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Responses are due by May 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project's primary objective is to enhance water diversion capabilities for the Simon Wetlands. Key deliverables include:
- Installation of suitable measuring devices at both the original and new diversion points.
- Modification of the existing diversion structure at the Earl Hart Ditch to accommodate and measure up to 3.3 CFS.
- Construction of a new diversion structure at the Simon Wetlands to accommodate and measure up to 0.5 CFS.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 237110 (Construction Of Water Supply Facilities) with a $45.0M small business size standard.
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
- Anticipated Awardee: WCA Construction, LLC.
- Justification: Sole source justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and FAR 6.302-2, citing unusual and compelling urgency to meet the 2026 irrigation season deadline.
- Response Date: May 1, 2026, 8:00 PM MT.
- Published Date: April 24, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
A solicitation (Number 140R4026Q0055) is anticipated but not guaranteed and will not be released via the General Procurement Environment (GPE). Interested vendors must request the solicitation by emailing the Government Point of Contact. Responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation, which will be considered.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for an award. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. All communication must be in writing and directed to the Contracting Officer, Tyler Spencer, via email.