C05_-_Well_Screen_Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_-_04-06-26.pdf

Solicitation Number: 140R6026Q0046

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for construction prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subparts 13 and 36, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number

140R6026Q0046 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition

Circular 2025-06.

It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. They may be accessed in full text at the following websites:

https:/www.acquisition.gov/far/ and https://www.acquisition.gov/diar. The associated

North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is

237110 with an associated small business size standard of $45M.

Price Schedule CLIN Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price

0001 Dewatering

Well #1 Repair

(Station 10+25), FFP

1 JB. $ $

Grand Total $

Total price shall be inclusive of all applicable fees and taxes. The required period of performance shall be July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026. Performance will occur at the

Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel Water Treatment Plant, (Leadville treatment plant), 749

Highway 91, Leadville, Colorado.

Construction Magnitude In accordance with FAR 36.204, the estimated magnitude of construction for this project is: Between $25,000 and $100,000.

This estimate is provided solely for the purpose of assisting offerors in developing proposals and understanding the anticipated scale of the requirement. It shall not be construed as a warranty or representation of the actual cost that may be incurred by the contractor.

Description of Services

The Contractor shall provide all qualified personnel, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to perform well screen repair and replacement services for Dewatering Well #1 located near the Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel Water

Treatment Plant (LMDT), Leadville, Colorado. The work includes removal of the deteriorated well casing screen, inspection of the well casing and pumping assembly, installation of a replacement screen, and associated tasks required to restore proper pumping functionality in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Services include, but are not limited to:

• Removal of the existing damaged well casing screen and any associated components required to access and extract the screen assembly.

• Field inspection of the well casing, screen seating surfaces, and any structural or corrosion‑related degradation.

• Installation of a new well casing screen meeting all specifications, including correct sizing, materials, and required fittings or couplings such as the identified dielectric coupler needed to prevent dissimilar‑metals corrosion.

• Protection of the existing vertical turbine pump during screen removal and replacement; plant personnel will disconnect and reconnect motor components as identified in the PWS.

• Verification that the installed screen prevents the intrusion of particulate material from the tunnel interior, thereby preventing pump damage and maintaining uninterrupted influent flow to the treatment plant.

• Site work is performed under remote, unimproved, forested‑road access conditions; the Contractor shall ensure all vehicles and equipment are suitable for these conditions (e.g., four‑wheel drive).

• Proper handling, staging, and removal of materials in accordance with all safety and environmental considerations applicable to LMDT operations.

The Contractor shall arrive on site with all personnel, tools, and equipment required to perform the work unless otherwise identified in the PWS.

Deliveries or Performance

The period of performance shall include a single Base Period of July 1, 2026 – September

30, 2026. The Contractor shall perform all repair and replacement tasks in accordance with the PWS and within the schedule established during the post-award coordination meeting.

Performance requirements include:

• The Contractor shall coordinate mobilization activities with Reclamation personnel to ensure safe access to Dewatering Well #1 at Station 10+25 along the tunnel alignment.

• All work shall be performed promptly upon mobilization, with the expectation that well access, screen extraction, and installation activities will be conducted in a continuous and efficient manner to minimize downtime of the groundwater pumping system.

• The Contractor shall maintain a performance schedule that accounts for site access constraints, expected weather conditions inherent to the Leadville area, and operational considerations associated with ongoing LMDT treatment plant activities.

• Any inspection reports, installation documentation, torque/fit-up verification, or installation certifications required by the PWS shall be submitted within the timelines identified therein.

• All materials installed must meet design specifications and shall be verified as compliant prior to demobilization.

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS — SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION

PROCEDURES (FAR PART 13)

(a) Submission of Quotes.

Quotes shall be submitted no later than 3:00 PM (MT) on April 30, 2026 to the Contracting Officer via email: jamahel_fayall@ios.doi.gov. Late offers may be considered in accordance with the FAR.

Quotes must include:

1. Technical Information demonstrating the offeror’s ability to perform all requirements of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

2. Price Quotation using the CLIN structure provided in the solicitation.

mailto:jamahel_fayall@ios.doi.gov

3. Representations and Certifications.

Offerors shall maintain current and accurate representations and certifications in

SAM.gov at the time of quote submission.

(b) Electronic Format.

All documents must be in PDF format and under 20 MB per email. Questions submitted via telephone calls or mail submission will not be accepted. Offerors who fail to complete and submit as required may be considered nonresponsive.

(c) Validity of Quotes.

Offerors shall hold the prices in their quote as firm and valid for a period of 60 calendar days after the close of the solicitation.

(d) Site Visit.

Prospective offerors may contact Plant Supervisor Jenelle Stefanic to schedule a site visit no later than April 10, 2026.

Contact shall be made via email: JStefanic@usbr.gov.

Participants will meet at the Leadville Water Treatment Plant, located at 749 Hwy 91, one mile north of Leadville, Colorado.

Participation in site visits is voluntary and is at the interested party’s own expense.

Participants shall bear all costs and liabilities associated with attending the site visit and the Government will not reimburse, compensate, or otherwise be responsible for any costs arising from or related to attendance.

(e) Technical Questions.

All questions must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer by 3:00 PM (MT) on April 20, 2026. Responses will be provided via solicitation amendment, if necessary.

(f) Amendments.

Offerors are responsible for acknowledging receipt of all solicitation amendments with their quote submission. Failure to acknowledge amendments may render a quote ineligible for award.

(g)Quote Preparation Costs.

The Government shall not reimburse any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of a quote.

(h)Award Without Discussions.

The Government intends to make award without discussions but reserves the right to hold discussions if determined necessary.

(i) Debriefing.

If provided, will include information as required by the FAR.

(End of Instructions)

Quote Submission Instructions. Offerors shall ensure their submission is clear and organized, formatted as described below:

A) Technical Information

1. Technical Approach

2. Key Personnel and Staffing Plan

3. Equipment, Tools, and Materials

4. Past Experience

B) Price Quote

Period of Performance. July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026.

Basis for Award. Award will be made in accordance with FAR 13.106‑2, utilizing a

Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Only those quotations determined Technically Acceptable will be considered for award. No tradeoffs will be performed between price and non‑price factors. The Government intends to make award without discussions; therefore, offerors are encouraged to submit their most favorable terms with their initial quotation.

(End of Provision)

Evaluation Factors. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforms to the solicitation and is determined to be the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Technical factors will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Only those quotations determined

Technically Acceptable will be evaluated for price. Award will be made to the lowest-priced offeror whose quotation is rated Technically Acceptable and who is determined responsible. The following factors will be used to evaluate offers:

Factor 1 – Technical Acceptability (Pass/Fail)

The Government will evaluate the offeror’s Technical Information to determine whether it clearly demonstrates the capability to meet all requirements of the Performance Work

Statement (PWS). Technical acceptability is determined when an offer clearly demonstrates the offeror’s ability to meet all requirements of the Performance Work

Statement (PWS) and solicitation. An offer is determined to be unacceptable when the offer omits required technical information; demonstrates an inability to meet any PWS requirement; takes exception to any material requirement of the solicitation or

Performance Work Statement (PWS); fails to demonstrate access to required equipment/materials; or is otherwise determined to be non-compliant with the PWS.

Technical acceptability will be evaluated against the following subfactors, all of which must be rated Acceptable for the overall factor to be Acceptable:

Subfactor 1A – Technical Approach

The Government will evaluate the offeror’s proposed approach for performing all well screen repair and replacement activities described in the PWS. The offeror shall provide a concise narrative describing the approach for performing all tasks identified in the PWS. At a minimum, the technical approach shall address:

• Well Access and Mobilization

Approach for accessing the remote worksite, transporting equipment, and staging materials.

• Removal and Extraction Procedures

Methods for safe and controlled removal of the damaged screen and associated components.

• Inspection and Preparation

Procedures for evaluating the condition of the well casing, seating surfaces, and structural components prior to installation.

• Installation of Replacement Well Screen

Step-by-step methodology for installing the new screen, including alignment, couplings (e.g., dielectric couplers), torque specifications, and verification measures.

• Quality Control Processes

Measures ensuring conformance with PWS requirements, including dimensional checks, installation verification, and performance confirmation.

• Safety and Compliance

Safety controls and compliance with OSHA, Reclamation Safety and Health

Standards (RSHS), and project-specific access protocols.

• Reporting and Documentation

Required field reports, inspection results, installation certifications, and close-out documentation in accordance with the PWS.

To be rated Acceptable, the submission must demonstrate:

• A clear, complete, and feasible method for removing the existing well screen and associated components.

• Procedures for conducting casing and structural inspections.

• A defined, technically sound process for installing the replacement well screen, including alignment, couplings, and verification steps.

• Appropriate quality control measures to ensure compliance with PWS requirements.

• A performance schedule that accounts for site access conditions and coordination requirements with Reclamation personnel.

Subfactor 1B – Key Personnel and Staffing Plan

The Government will evaluate whether the offeror identifies qualified and sufficient personnel to perform all work requirements. To be rated Acceptable, the submission must include:

• Identification of key personnel, to include resumés (e.g., well rehabilitation specialists, field supervisor, equipment operators, etc.).

• Evidence of relevant certifications, training, and experience.

• A staffing plan demonstrating sufficient labor resources to complete the project within the required schedule.

Subfactor 1C – Equipment, Tools, and Materials

The Government will evaluate whether the offeror’s proposed equipment and tools are adequate to perform all well screen repair and replacement activities. To be rated Acceptable, the submission must:

• Identify all specialized extraction, lifting, inspection, and installation equipment.

• Include materials and components required for the replacement screen

(such as stainless-steel screen, dielectric coupler, and required fittings).

• Demonstrate that the offeror has (or can obtain) all equipment needed to safely access and operate in remote or unimproved terrain.

Subfactor 1D – Past Experience

The Government will evaluate whether the offeror demonstrates successful performance of at least two relevant well rehabilitation or similar subsurface mechanical repair work within the past five (5) years. To be rated Acceptable, each project submitted must include:

• Customer name and point of contact

• Contract number and dollar value

• Period of performance

• Clear description of work performed, including complexity and relevance to the current requirement

Factor 2 – Price

Price will be evaluated for:

• Completeness of related CLIN

• Balance— Materially unbalanced pricing may render a quotation unacceptable.

• Reasonableness in accordance with FAR 13.106

Quoted prices must be Firm‑Fixed‑Price (FFP) and inclusive of all labor, equipment, materials, transportation, supervision, overhead, and profit required to complete the work.

Only those quotations rated Technically Acceptable under Factor 1 will be evaluated for price. Among those, award will be made to the offeror submitting the lowest total evaluated price and determined responsible under FAR 9.104.

Notice of award

A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the

Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

Responsibility Determination

Prior to award, the apparent successful offeror must be determined responsible under

FAR Subpart 9.1. The Government will verify SAM registration status and exclusions and may review other responsibility information available to the Government.

Clarifications

The Government may request clarifications per the FAR of quotations to resolve clerical or administrative issues. Clarifications do not constitute discussions and will not permit substantive revisions to technical content or price.

Single Award

The Government intends to make one (1) award under this solicitation.

Technical Capability to meet the described government need and Price will be evaluated equally.

(End of provision)

System updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in agency solicitations. Examples include 52.222-25, Affirmative Action

Compliance, and paragraph (d) of 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications—

Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Contracting officers will not consider these representations when making award decisions or enforce requirements. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.

The provision at 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain

Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (Jan 2017), applies to this acquisition.

(Incorporated by Reference)

The offeror shall ensure that its representations and certifications are current and accurate in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quote submission.

52.213‑4 Terms and Conditions—Simplified Acquisitions (Other Than Commercial

Products and Commercial Services)

(a) The following FAR clauses are incorporated by reference:

• 52.222‑6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements (AUG 2018)

• 52.222‑7 Withholding of Funds (MAY 2014)

• 52.222‑8 Payrolls and Basic Records (MAY 2014)

• 52.222‑9 Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005)

• 52.222‑10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988)

• 52.222‑11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (MAY 2014)

• 52.222‑12 Contract Termination – Debarment (MAY 2014)

• 52.222‑13 Compliance with CWRR and Related Regulations (MAY 2014)

• 52.222‑14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988)

• 52.222‑15 Certification of Eligibility (MAY 2014)

• 52.225‑9 – Buy American—Construction Materials (OCT 2022)

• 52.225‑10 – Notice of Buy American—Construction Materials (MAY 2014)

• 52.226-8 Text Messaging While Driving (MAY 2024)

• 52.232‑5 Payments Under Fixed‑Price Construction Contracts (MAY 2014)

• 52.232‑27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts (JAN 2017)

• 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013)

• 52.232-40 Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR 2023)

• 52.236‑2 Differing Site Conditions (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑5 Material and Workmanship (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑6 Superintendence by the Contractor (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991)

• 52.236‑9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and

Improvements (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991)

• 52.236‑14 Availability and Use of Utility Services (APR 1984)

• 52.236‑26 Preconstruction Conference (FEB 1995)

• 52.240-1 Drone Prohibition (NOV 2024)

• 52.242-14 Suspension of Work (Apr 1984)

• 52.243-5 Changes and Changed Conditions (Apr 1984)

• 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (JAN

2025)

(b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b), indicated as incorporated by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders:

X 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards

(JUN 2020)

X 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors

Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (JAN 2025

X 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Representation (JAN 2025)

X 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUNE 2003)

X 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JAN 2025)

X 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020)

X 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021)

X 52.223-20 Aerosols (MAY 2024)

X 52.223-21 Foams (MAY 2024)

X 52.223-23 Sustainable Products and Services (MAY 2024)

X 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2021)

X 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving

(MAY 2024)

X 52.232-33 Payment by EFT–SAM (OCT 2018)

(c)-(e) [Reserved]

52.228‑13 Alternative Payment Protections (JUL 2000)

(a) The Contractor shall submit one of the following payment protections:

(i) A payment bond.

(ii) An irrevocable letter of credit (ILC).

(b) The amount of the payment protection shall be 100 percent of the contract price.

(c) The submission of the payment protection is required within 10 (ten) days of contract award.

(d) The payment protection shall provide protection for the full contract performance period plus a one-year period.

(e) Except for escrow agreements and payment bonds, which provide their own protection procedures, the Contracting Officer is authorized to access funds under the payment protection when it has been alleged in writing by a supplier of labor or material that a nonpayment has occurred, and to withhold such funds pending resolution by administrative or judicial proceedings or mutual agreement of the parties.

(f) When a tripartite escrow agreement is used, the Contractor shall utilize only suppliers of labor and material that signed the escrow agreement.

(End of clause)

52.237-1 SITE VISIT (APRIL 1984)

Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

(End of provision)

1452.228-70 LIABILITY INSURANCE -- DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

(JULY 1996)

(a) The Contractor shall procure and maintain during the term of this contract and any extension thereof liability insurance in form satisfactory to the Contracting Officer by an insurance company which is acceptable to the Contracting Officer. The named insured parties under the policy shall be the Contractor and the United States of America. The amounts of the insurance shall be not less than as follows:

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY

$100,000 minimum coverage

GENERAL LIABILITY

$500,000 per occurrence

AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY

$200,000 each person

$500,000 each occurrence

$100,000 property damage

(b) Each policy shall have a certificate evidencing the insurance coverage. The insurance company shall provide an endorsement to notify the Contracting Officer 30 days prior to the effective date of cancellation or termination of the policy or certificate; or modification of the policy or certificate which may adversely affect the interest of the

Government in such insurance. The certificate shall identify the contract number, the name and address of the Contracting Officer, as well as the insured, the policy number and a brief description of contract services to be performed. The contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer with a copy of an acceptable insurance certificate prior to beginning the work.

(End of clause)

DOI-AAAP-0028 ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT

REQUIREMENTS-INVOICEPROCESSING PLATFORM (IPP) (FEB 2021)

Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U. S. Department of the

Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

'Payment request' means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment by the Contractor. To constitute a proper invoice, the payment request must comply with the requirements identified in the applicable Prompt Payment clause included in the contract, or the clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The IPP website address is: https://www.ipp.gov.

Under this contract, the following documents are required to be submitted as an attachment to the IPP invoice:

The Contractor shall submit an electronic copy of the IPP invoice to the Contract

Specialist/Contracting Officer at jamahel_fayall@ios.doi.gov and desplin@usbr.gov for approval prior to the invoice being submitted to IPP. Failure to email the invoice may cause significant delay or possible rejection of your payment request.

The Contractor must use the IPP website to register access and use IPP for submitting requests for payment. The Contractor Government Business Point of Contact (as listed in

SAM) will receive enrollment instructions via email from the Federal Reserve Bank of

St. Louis (FRBSTL) within 3 – 5 business days of the contract award date. Contractor assistance with enrollment can be obtained by contacting the IPP Production Helpdesk via email IPPCustomerSupport@fiscal.treasury.gov or phone (866) 973-3131.

If the Contractor is unable to comply with the requirement to use IPP for submitting invoices for payment, the Contractor must submit a waiver request in writing to the

Contracting Officer with its proposal or quotation.

(End of Local Clause)

Additional Clauses Incorporated by Reference

The following clauses are incorporated by reference:

• 52.204-7 System for Award Management (NOV 2024)

• 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

• 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (AUG 2020)

• 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (AUG 2020)

• 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications (DEC

2014)

• 52.204-23 Prohibition on Kaspersky (DEC 2023)

• 52.204-25 Prohibition on Certain Telecom (NOV 2021)

• 52.204-27 Prohibition on ByteDance Covered Applications (JUN 2023)

• 52.204-29 FASCSA Orders—Reps and Disclosures (DEC 2023)

• 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With

Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily

Excluded. (JAN 2025)

Full text is available at https://www.acquisition.gov.

Written, signed quotes on company letterhead with contact information are due no later than 3:00 PM (MT) on April 30, 2026, by email to jamahel_fayall@ios.doi.gov.

For information regarding this RFQ, please contact Jamahel Fayall, Contract Specialist at jamahel_fayall@ios.doi.gov.

Attachments:

Attachment 1 – LV Dewatering Well Repair PWS Final

Attachment 2 – Reference Drawings: Well 1 Drawing A

Attachment 3 – Reference Drawings: DWW1 Damage Drawing

Attachment 4 – Leadville Dewatering Well 1 Data Sheet

Attachment 5 – Leadville Plant Dewatering Well Stations Aerial Reference

Attachment 6 – Lake County WD CO20260003 - 01-02-26

End of Combined Synopsis/Solicitation