Z--Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, is soliciting quotes for the Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam in Boulder City, NV. This project involves the complete replacement of the existing vessel barrier system, including a new boat access gate, to maintain security and control water-side access downstream of the dam. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide a complete, turnkey replacement of the existing riverside vessel barrier system. This includes the removal and disposal of the old system and the installation and commissioning of a new one. The new system must be engineered for continuous operation in fast-moving water, maintain structural integrity, be durable in all-season conditions, feature a high-visibility design, be constructed of self-rotating HDPE (or equivalent), and be compatible with existing dam safety and security operations. Deliverables include the fully assembled barrier system with an integrated boat access gate, all necessary mounting hardware, and maintenance/technical documentation.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price purchase order (Sealed Bid/IFB).
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000.
- Period of Performance: July 6, 2026, to August 21, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: Z2PZ - Repair Or Alteration Of Other Non Building Facilities.
- Place of Performance: Hoover Dam, Nevada Tail Bay, Boulder City, NV.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: June 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT.
- Written Questions Due: June 15, 2026.
- Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for June 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM PDT. Interested parties must contact Jennalyn Kent to request attendance.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is the lowest priced among those that conform to the technical and past performance acceptability requirements. Technical and past performance will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.
- Bonds: Payment Bonds are required for construction projects over $35,000, and Performance Bonds for projects over $150,000. These are due within 14 calendar days after award.
Important Notes
This solicitation (140R3026Q0066) has been amended to update wage determinations (NV20260024, published 05/18/2026), extend the quote due date, and revise the period of performance. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of amendments. Personnel will require Hoover Dam security badges, and work must be performed during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM PDT). Electronic invoicing will be processed through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). A "Release of Claims" form (Attachment 3) will be required prior to final payment.