Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 191BWC25B0004PreSol
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 23799 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Place of performance
- Texas 78540, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section (USIBWC) is seeking contractors to perform comprehensive sandblasting and painting rehabilitation of eight Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam in Val Verde County, Texas. The project involves testing for lead-based paint, complete removal of existing coatings, surface preparation through sandblasting, and application of a new coating system to ensure gate longevity and functionality. Additional work includes replacement of radial gate anodes, seals, and fasteners, along with re-tensioning gate cables and alignment adjustments. Contractors must comply with all safety and environmental regulations, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on September 19, 2025, and will be available for download on SAM.gov, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for potential bidders to inspect worksite conditions.
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 23799 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction). The resulting contract will be structured as a firm-fixed-price arrangement with an expected completion timeline of six months from the date of award. The project encompasses rehabilitation work on eight radial gates at the Amistad Dam, requiring specialized expertise in industrial coating applications and dam infrastructure maintenance. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on June 29, 2025, with responses due by July 14, 2025. No incumbent contractor or specific award values were disclosed in the notice, though the complex nature of the work involving lead paint testing, hazardous material disposal, and precision mechanical adjustments suggests this will be a substantial specialized construction project.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Pre-Solicitation Notice
Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project
Solicitation Number: 191BWC25B0004
Agency: International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section
Location: Amistad Dam Field Office, Del Rio, Texas
Synopsis:
The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section (USIBWC) intends to issue a solicitation for the sandblasting and painting of eight (8) Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam located in Val Verde County, Texas. The project involves the rehabilitation of the radial gates, including surface preparation, sandblasting, and application of a new coating system to ensure the longevity and functionality of the gates.
Scope of Work:
The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
Testing for lead-based paint on the existing coatings.
Complete removal of existing paint/coating from the eight radial gates.
Surface preparation through sandblasting to achieve the required cleanliness and profile.
Application of a new coating system as specified in the technical specifications.
Replacement of radial gate anodes, side seals, bottom seals, and seal fasteners.
Re-tensioning of gate cables and alignment of gates after seal replacement and re-lubrication.
Compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, including the handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
Project Duration:
The project is expected to be completed within six months from the date of award.
Site Visit:
A site visit will be scheduled to provide potential bidders with an opportunity to inspect the worksite and existing conditions. Details of the site visit will be included in the solicitation.
Solicitation Release Date:
The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about 19 Sep 2025 and will be available for download on the SAM.gov website.
Contract Type:
The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract.
NAICS Code:
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
Small Business Size Standard: $45M
Magnitude of project: $1,000,000.00 - $5,000,000.00
Important Notice:
This pre-solicitation notice is not a request for proposals. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential bidders of the upcoming solicitation. All interested parties are advised to monitor the SAM.gov website for the release of the solicitation and any amendments.
Point of Contact:
For further information, please contact: Philip Johnson Contracting Officer International Boundary and Water Commission, United States Section Email: Philip.johnson@ibwc.gov Phone: 915.255.9324
Update #1 ·
Pre-Solicitation Notice
Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project
Solicitation Number: 191BWC25B0004
Agency: International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section
Location: Amistad Dam Field Office, Del Rio, Texas
Synopsis:
The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section (USIBWC) intends to issue a solicitation for the sandblasting and painting of eight (8) Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam located in Val Verde County, Texas. The project involves the rehabilitation of the radial gates, including surface preparation, sandblasting, and application of a new coating system to ensure the longevity and functionality of the gates.
Scope of Work:
The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
Testing for lead-based paint on the existing coatings.
Complete removal of existing paint/coating from the eight radial gates.
Surface preparation through sandblasting to achieve the required cleanliness and profile.
Application of a new coating system as specified in the technical specifications.
Replacement of radial gate anodes, side seals, bottom seals, and seal fasteners.
Re-tensioning of gate cables and alignment of gates after seal replacement and re-lubrication.
Compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, including the handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
Project Duration:
The project is expected to be completed within six months from the date of award.
Site Visit:
A site visit will be scheduled to provide potential bidders with an opportunity to inspect the worksite and existing conditions. Details of the site visit will be included in the solicitation.
Solicitation Release Date:
The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about 28 July 2025 and will be available for download on the SAM.gov website.
Contract Type:
The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract.
NAICS Code:
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
Small Business Size Standard: $45M
Magnitude of project: $1,000,000.00 - $5,000,000.00
Important Notice:
This pre-solicitation notice is not a request for proposals. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential bidders of the upcoming solicitation. All interested parties are advised to monitor the SAM.gov website for the release of the solicitation and any amendments.
Point of Contact:
For further information, please contact: Philip Johnson Contracting Officer International Boundary and Water Commission, United States Section Email: Philip.johnson@ibwc.gov Phone: 915.255.9324
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