B09_Amendment_02_GRCA_257282_SR_WWTP_PreBid_Mtg_presentation_(8-11-26)_FINAL_0002.pdf

NPS ● 2025

REPLACE SOUTH RIM WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

NPS PMIS #: GRCA 257282

August 11, 2026

THIS MEETING WILL NOT BE RECORDED

PreBid Conference

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

Notice ID: 140P2026R0101

AGENDA

• INTRODUCTIONS and WELCOME - Tim Burger (CO) / Russell Moore (PM)

• PROJECT OVERVIEW – Russell Moore (PM)

• PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK – Russell Moore (PM)

• WORK PHASES – Russell Moore (PM)

• CONTRACTOR SUPPORT FACILITIES – Russell Moore (PM)

• CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE – Tim Burger (CO)

• BID INFORMATION – Tim Burger (CO)

• CONCLUSION / SITE VISIT LOGISTICS – Tim Burger (CO) / Russell Moore (PM)

GRCA 257282 Replace South Rim Wastewater Treatment Plant

• Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

• Magnitude of Construction: Greater Than $100M

• Design & Construction Method: Design – Bid – Build

• One firm-fixed-price contract with a single period of performance

• Procurement Method: Full & Open

• Procurement Dates:

• Solicitation Published: July 31, 2026

• Offers Due: November 2, 2026

• Award: Expected 1Q CY 2027

• Solicitation #: 140P2026R0101

• NAICS: 221320

• Period of Performance: 36 months

South Rim WWTP – Project Overview This project will replace the 1970s WWTP to improve treatment efficiency & meet current standards.

Project Scope Includes:

• The wastewater processes will be designed for a for a 0.65 MGD max monthly flow and 1.2 MGD peak hour flow

• Treatment based on MBR technology

• Class A+ reclaimed water

• Class B biosolids w/ small Class A biosolids stream (composting)

• Construction of new admin, laboratory and maintenance facilities

• Construction of new electrical service and new emergency generator

• Construction and phasing of new facilities, while maintaining uninterrupted operation of the existing plant throughout construction and commissioning period.

• Completion of tie-ins to existing wastewater influent manhole and effluent discharge

• Demolition of all existing structures including process structures, buildings, and all supporting systems

• Construction of a new paved access road generally following the route of an existing two-track dirt road.

• The road will be used as the primary contractor route to the SR WWTP and adjacent staging area (constructed as part of this project).

• ADEQ Permit has been issued.

• Process Control System Integrator (SI) for South Rim WWTP PLC and SCADA Integration will be handled under a separate contract

South Rim WWTP – Work Phases

• Access Road Improvements

• Improvement of existing two track access road and construction of a road extension

• South Rim WWTP Phase 1

• Demolition/relocation of temporary storage sheds

• Remove trees, clear and grub site for new treatment facilities

• Construct new liquid and solids wastewater treatment facilities and new admin facility

• Install new primary power connection and install emergency generator

• Commissioning, Demonstration Testing and Transition of Operation to New Facilities

• 12-month operation and maintenance of new treatment facilities

• South Rim WWTP Phase 2

• Cleanout wastewater, sludges, and any remaining process fluids and residues

• Decommission and demolish existing buildings and treatment facilities

• South Rim WWTP Phase 3

• Construct new maintenance, compost, and odor control facilities

• Complete stormwater pond conversion

• Complete startup testing, commissioning, and integration of new facilities

WWTP – Existing Facilities

Phase 1 – Demolition / Relocation / Site Prep

Demolish / Relocate

Remove Vegetation, Clear & Grub

Phase 1 cont’d - Construction of New Facilities

Phase 1 cont’d - Commissioning, Demonstration Testing and Transition of Operation to New Facilities

Phase 2 – Decommission & Demolition of Existing WWTP

Phase 3 - Construction of Remaining New Facilities

WWTP – Overall Site Plan – Completed Project

Headworks

Process Building (Blowers / RAS Pumps/ UV / Chemical Storage / RW PS / Plant Water

Aerobic Digestion

Reclaimed Water Storage

Septage Receiving

Composting

Odor Control

Drying Beds

Bioreactors & Flow Equalization

Maintenance Building

Administration Building & Laboratory

South Rim WWTP – Contractor Support Facilities

• Contractor Construction Operations and Staging

• An approximate less than 1-acre area located southeast of and adjacent to South Rim WWTP.

• Contractor shall provide 12 parking spots with unrestricted access for NPS Operations staff.

• Contractor shall provide and install temporary storage containers accessible to and for the sole use of NPS Operations staff.

• Contractor RV Trailer Parking

• Existing 20 construction RV trailer pad site(s) and adjacent approximate 1-1/2 acre graded area located west of FMD facility are provided for Contractor use.

• Contractor Laydown Area

• An approximate 8-acre off-site area located within park boundary.

• Contractor Stockpiling and Spoils Storage

• An approximate 1.5-acre area for storage and management of excavated spoils from project site located off-site within park boundary.

• Access Road

• Contractor to maintain for year-round access and be accessible to NPS staff for access to SR WWTP and APS power utility for maintenance of power lines.

SOLICITATION NO.140P2026R0101

SUMMARY OF SOLICITATION AND AWARD INFORMATION

Refer to the Solicitation for complete information.

• PRE-PROPOSAL VIRTUAL CONFERENCE – August 11, 2026, at 10:00am Local Time

• PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTIONS DUE – 7 days prior to Offers Due

• OFFERS DUE – November 2, 2026, at 1400 Local Time

• SUBMISSION – Electronic only to: See Section L of RFP

• SECTION L – 52.216-1 – Type of Contract – Firm Fixed Price

• NAICS Code: 221320

• This is a Full and Open Procurement

• PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1,095 days from Notice to Proceed.

• CONTRACT VALUE: More than $100M

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GRCA 257282 Contract Price Schedule

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Key Contract Requirements Critical Clauses

• Performance & Payment Bonds (required at award).

• Liquidated Damages: $5,856.43 per calendar day (Section F, FAR 52.211-12).

• Key Personnel / Key Trades Substitution: CO approval required;

substitutes must have comparable qualifications.

NPS ● 202517

Evaluation Factors—Strategic Overview

• The Government uses a multi-factor, best-value tradeoff process (FAR Part 15.1).

• Each factor is designed to reveal your team’s ability to deliver complex, high-risk infrastructure in a remote, regulated environment.

• The evaluation panel will focus on risk, realism, and demonstrated capability—not just compliance.

NPS ● 202518

Section L & Section M—Alignment is Critical

• Section L: Proposal instructions—what you must submit, page limits, formats, and required content.

• Section M: Evaluation criteria—how your submission will be assessed for strengths, weaknesses, and risk.

• Key Point: High-scoring proposals connect the dots: every Section L requirement is mapped to a Section M criterion.

• Tip: Use Section M as your internal review rubric before submission.

NPS ● 202519

What Sets Top Proposals Apart

• Clear, direct responses to each factor—no ambiguity or generic language.

• Evidence of relevant experience, technical depth, and risk mitigation.

• Realistic schedules, resource plans, and commissioning strategies.

• Transparent handling of past performance issues and lessons learned.

• Proactive identification of logistical, regulatory, and environmental challenges.

NPS ● 202520

Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

• Overly optimistic schedules or resource assumptions.

• Failure to address seasonal, logistical, or site-specific constraints.

• Weak linkage between narrative and supporting documentation.

• Ignoring page limits or required forms.

• Not connecting Section L content to Section M evaluation criteria.

NPS ● 202521

New Proposal Self-Check Resource for Offerors Guidance Coming in Upcoming Amendment

To support offerors in preparing complete and responsive proposals, the Government has developed a new resource titled:

“Questions Evaluators Will Ask for Each Factor”

This document:

• Helps offerors double-check their proposals against the evaluation criteria

• Clarifies what evaluators look for under each Factor

• Reinforces page limits, key requirements, and critical content

• Is intended to improve proposal quality and reduce clarifications during evaluation

Offerors are strongly encouraged to review this guidance before submitting their proposals.

NPS ● 202522

Questions

• All questions shall be submitted in writing via email to:

• Contracting Officer: Tim Burger; timothy_burger@ios.doi.gov

• Contracting Specialist: Kristin Tauber; kristin_tauber@ios.doi.gov

• Submit email with Subject: “GRCA 257282 – (Company name), Question Set 1”

Questions and answers will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation. Offerors are required to fill out and sign the acknowledgment of amendments received (SF1442 Section 19) and include this when submitting your offer on the Form 1442.

The DEADLINE FOR QUESTIONS IS: Seven days prior to close of the solicitation. This presentation and the recorded pre-proposal site visit meeting will be available to participants via an e-mail attachment.

Thank you