Z--Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam
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 Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Dams Office, Hoover Dam, is seeking a contractor for the Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam. This is a Presolicitation Notice for a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The project involves a complete, turnkey replacement of the existing vessel barrier system, which has reached its end-of-life. The new system will maintain the security perimeter and control water-side access. An RFQ for Construction using Simplified Acquisition Procedures is anticipated to be released on May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a complete, turnkey replacement of the existing riverside vessel barrier system. This includes:
- Removal and disposal of the current system.
- Installation and commissioning of a new vessel barrier system.
- Integration of a new boat access gate.
- Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Construction using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- NAICS: 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction ($45.0 Million size standard).
- PSC: Z2PZ - Repair or Alteration of Other Non-building Facilities.
- Anticipated Release Date: May 13, 2026.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 22, 2026.
- Published Date: April 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Boulder City, NV (Hoover Dam).
Submission & Evaluation
All responsible sources may submit a quotation. Submissions will be accepted via email to jennalyn_kent@usbr.gov. Technical data required to respond will be furnished as part of the solicitation.
Additional Notes
FAR Part 36 definitization requirements will apply to any resulting award. Qualification requirements are not applicable for this acquisition.