Z--Crawford Dam Removal and Diversion - Zion NP
Overview
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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 National Park Service (NPS), Interior Regions 3/4/5, Ohio Major Acquisition Buying Office, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the Crawford Dam Removal and Diversion project at Zion National Park in southwest Utah. This project is 100% set aside for Total Small Businesses. An Invitation for Bids (IFB) is expected to be issued in May 2026.
Project Scope
The work involves the partial removal and disposal of an existing concrete dam and headgate structure. Key tasks include:
- Regrading approximately 300 feet of the North Fork Virgin River.
- Constructing a new intake structure with a fish screen.
- Removing and disposing of approximately 275 feet of existing CMP pipe and a concrete manhole.
- Installing approximately 285 feet of 18-inch diameter ADS N-12 pipe (with 40 feet placed within 24-inch diameter CMP pipe).
- Removing a concrete turnout box.
- Reseating an existing 12-inch flume.
- Installing approximately 150 feet of boulder embankment rip rap.
- Option 1: Installation of approximately 350 feet of smart ditch.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price contract, expected to be an Invitation for Bids (IFB).
- Project Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) with a $45 million size standard.
- Set-Aside: 100% for Total Small Businesses.
- Wage Rates: Construction Wage Rate Requirements for Washington County, UT will apply.
Key Dates & Information
- Presolicitation Published: March 31, 2026.
- Official Solicitation Release: Expected May 2026 on SAM.gov.
- Expected Award: August 2026.
- Performance Start: October 2026.
- Sources Sought (Market Survey): A market survey was conducted, with responses due by March 18, 2026, to gauge contractor interest and capability.
Site Visit
A site visit date, time, and meeting location will be announced in the official solicitation. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend to understand the requirements and site conditions.
Registration Requirements
To be eligible for award, offerors must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number and be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov. Online Representations and Certifications must be completed by the solicitation close date.
Point of Contact
Christopher Bauer, Contracting Officer, at christopher_bauer@ios.doi.gov or 330-468-2500 x5.