Z--YUMA VALLEY LEVEE ROAD REPAIR

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 140R3026Q0032 provides responses to vendor questions and clarifies requirements:

• Bid Guarantee Removed: Provision 52.228-1, Bid Guarantee, previously on page L-6, is removed. No bid guarantee is required for this project.

• Quote Submission Clarification: Bids can be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist at kberry@usbr.gov, as stated in the solicitation's "Quote Submission" section.

• Forms Requirement: Offerors are responsible for reviewing Section L of the solicitation for complete instructions on all required forms for the bid package.

• Provision 52.228-1, Bid Guarantee (removed).

• Section L of the solicitation (referenced for forms).

• The deadline for receipt of quotes remains unchanged: March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM PD.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment as outlined in Block 11 of the amendment form.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for the repair of the Yuma Valley Levee Road, which has localized asphalt damage compromising its structure and creating unsafe conditions. The estimated magnitude of this construction project is less than $25,000.00.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to:

• Mobilization and demobilization

• Traffic control

• Saw cutting

• Removal and disposal of damaged asphalt

• Inspection and reconditioning of the base (ABC) material

• Preparation of the surface prior to asphalt paving

• Application of tack coat

• Placement and compaction of asphalt concrete pavement

• Placement of ABC along road shoulders

• Stripping of temporary and permanent road white edge lines

• Quality control

• Site clean-up

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but commencement is within 5 calendar days of Notice to Proceed, and completion is within 14 calendar days of Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Value: Less than $25,000.00

• Written Questions Deadline: March 4, 2026, 2:00 PM local time. Submit via email to kberry@usbr.gov.

• Quote Submission Deadline: March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM PS. Submit quotes electronically via email to kberry@usbr.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated based on Construction Plan, Past Performance, and Price. All proposed prices will be evaluated for reasonableness and any instances of unbalanced pricing.

• This solicitation is a 100% Set-Aside for Small Business.

• Vendors are urged to inspect the site. Failure to inspect the site does not relieve the contractor of claims after award.

• Payment bonds are required for projects exceeding $35,000.00, and performance bonds for projects exceeding $150,000.00 (not applicable here due to estimated value).

• The document references "Reclamation Safety and Health Standards" (October 2009).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the "Yuma Valley Levee Road Repair" project. The work is to be performed in accordance with an attached Statement of Work.

• Repair or alteration of highways, roads, streets, bridges, and railways.

• Specific work details are provided in Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.

• Delivery is expected 46 days after award.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office (Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, Regional Office, 500 Fir Street, Boulder City NV 89005) on or before 1200 PD on 03/10/2026.

• The document states it is a request for information and furnished quotations are not offers.

• It does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission.

• The RFQ is marked "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE."

• Additional provisions and representations may or may not be attached.

• The form is Standard Form 18 (Rev. 6/1995).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To repair and restore the functionality, safety, and durability of a 365-foot section of the Yuma Valley Levee Road in Yuma, Arizona. The project addresses localized asphalt damage caused by agricultural equipment.

• Preparatory Work: Includes developing and submitting preconstruction submittals such as a Safety Program, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Construction Plan, Project Schedule, material submittals, and required permits.

• Roadway Repair Activities: This involves saw cutting the perimeter of damaged asphalt, removal and legal disposal of damaged asphalt, inspection and preparation of the base material (including removal of unsuitable material and placement of supplemental Aggregate Base Course), surface cleaning, tack coat application, placement and compaction of hot-mix asphalt (3 inches total depth in two lifts), installation of shoulder material, and temporary and permanent white edge line striping.

• Traffic Control: Must comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and include cones, delineators, barriers, barricades, lights, and flaggers as needed.

• Mobilization and Demobilization: Includes assembling personnel, equipment, and materials, erecting temporary fencing, providing temporary utilities (except water supply from BOR), and site cleanup.

• Asphalt placement and compaction must meet specific density requirements (minimum 91% Gmm for asphalt, 95% maximum dry density for shoulder material).

• Moisture content for base material must be within ±2% of Optimum.

• Tack coat application rate and curing are specified.

• Edge line striping must match existing specifications and be applied with specific paint and glass bead rates.

• Quality control testing results must be submitted within 24 hours of performed testing.

• Period: 46 calendar days from the contract award date. NTP will be issued after preconstruction documents are approved.

• Place: Yuma Valley Levee Road, approximately half a mile west of the intersection of Figueroa Road and Yuma Valley Levee Road, Yuma, Arizona.

• Safety: Contractor must develop and implement a comprehensive Safety Program and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), subject to CO approval. An Onsite Safety Representative with specific qualifications is required. Compliance with OSHA, RSHS, and local safety programs is mandatory.

• Environmental Compliance: Adherence to Yuma County Best Management Practices (BMPs) and reporting of spills are required. Spill prevention measures must be implemented.

• Submittals: A detailed list of required submittals, including a Construction Plan, Safety Program, JHA, Traffic Control Plan, and others, with specific due dates, is provided in Table 2.

• Site Security: Contractor must restrict access to the project site and maintain a sign-in sheet. The work area is near the US-Mexico border, requiring awareness of potential border activity.

• Coordination: Professional conduct with the public and government entities is expected. Inadvertent discoveries of cultural resources or human remains require immediate cessation of work and notification.

• References: The SOW references various standards including USBR, FHWA FP-24, ASTM, ADOT, and MUTCD.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and plans for the "YUMA VALLEY LEVEE ROAD REPAIR" project. It provides the visual specifications and layout required for the construction work.

• Location Map & Vicinity Map: Shows the general and specific geographic location of the project site.
• Plan View: Illustrates the road alignment, repair limits, and stationing (0+00 to 3+65) along West Levee Road.
• Roadway Typical Section: Details the proposed construction for the road repair, including new asphalt concrete pavement, aggregate base course, and shoulder work.
• Details: Provides specific views and dimensions for elements such as saw cuts, pavement transitions, and shoulder construction.
• Schedule of Work: Outlines the sequence of tasks, including saw cutting, removal of existing pavement, replacement with new asphalt, re-striping, and aggregate base placement.
• General Notes & Earthwork Notes: Includes important instructions regarding materials, workmanship, utility locating (811), traffic control, as-built records, dust abatement, and protection of existing power lines.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the physical scope, dimensions, and specific construction methods required for the levee road repair. They directly inform cost estimations, resource allocation, and the technical approach for proposal development.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains images related to a SAM.gov opportunity. These pictures likely depict the current condition of a site or asset that is the subject of the opportunity, providing visual context for potential bidders.

• The images show a damaged road surface adjacent to a railway track. The asphalt is broken and displaced, indicating significant wear or damage.

These visual aids are crucial for bidders to assess the scope of work required, understand the existing conditions, and estimate the resources needed for any repair, maintenance, or construction activities associated with the opportunity. Bidders should review these images to inform their understanding of the project's physical requirements and potential challenges.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ No. 140R3026Q0032) is for the "Yuma Valley Levee Road Repair" project. The Bureau of Reclamation requires repairs to the Yuma Valley Levee Road due to localized asphalt damage that has compromised the pavement structure, creating unsafe conditions for vehicles. The estimated magnitude of this construction project is less than $25,000.00.

The project involves providing all labor, equipment, and materials for various tasks including:

• Traffic control

• Saw cutting

• Removal and disposal of damaged asphalt

• Inspection and reconditioning of the base (ABC) material

• Cleaning the prepared surface prior to asphalt paving

• Application of tack coat

• Placing and compacting asphalt concrete pavement

• Placing ABC along 1'8" road shoulder

• Stripping temporary and permanent road white edge lines

• Quality control

• Site clean-up

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price purchase order.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but work must commence within 5 calendar days and be completed within 14 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Value: Less than $25,000.00.

• Written Questions Deadline: March 4, 2026, by 2:00 p.m. local time. Submit via email to kberry@usbr.gov.

• Quote Submission Deadline: March 10, 2026, by 12:00 PM PS. Submit electronically via email to kberry@usbr.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated based on Construction Plan, Past Performance, and Price. A comparative evaluation will be performed.

• 100% Set-Aside for Small Business.

• Vendors are urged to inspect the site. Failure to inspect the site does not constitute grounds for a claim after award.

• Payment bonds are required for projects over $35,000.00, and performance bonds for projects over $150,000.00 (not applicable here due to estimated value).

• The solicitation includes various FAR clauses and Bureau of Reclamation clauses related to contract administration, safety, security, and other requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination, specifically AZ20260050, applicable to highway construction projects in Yuma County, Arizona. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for various labor classifications.

• General Decision Number: AZ20260050
• Publication Date: 01/02/2026
• State: Arizona
• County: Yuma County
• Construction Type: Highway
• Labor Classifications: Includes rates for Power Equipment Operators (e.g., Bulldozer, Tractor, Crane/Derricks, Horizontal Directional Drill, Trencher), Laborers (e.g., Grade Setter, Pipelayer, Fence Erector), Carpenters, Cement Masons, Electricians, Ironworkers, Truck Drivers, and Painters.
• Rates and Fringes: Provides specific hourly rates and fringe benefit amounts for each classification.
• Executive Order 13706: Notes applicability of paid sick leave for federal contractors.
• Executive Order 13658: Details minimum wage requirements for federal contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document specifies the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the construction project.