BGNDRF Backflow Preventer Replacement

The Bureau of Reclamation is soliciting proposals for the replacement of four backflow preventers at the Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The project involves removing and replacing existing backflow preventers for irrigation, potable water, fire water, and non-potable water supply lines, including installation of new shutoff valves and associated infrastructure. Contractors must coordinate water outages with the City and facility management, follow detailed safety protocols, and provide certified documentation for inspections. The evaluation will be based on technical capability (approach, expertise, demonstrated experience), past performance, and price, with the government awarding a firm-fixed-price contract to the most advantageous quoter. Key dates include a quote submission deadline of February 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM MST, with questions due by January 10, 2025.

The solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 237110 with a size standard of $45.0M. The estimated contract value ranges between $100,000 and $250,000, with a period of performance from March 24, 2025 to July 3, 2025 (approximately 3.5 months). The place of performance is 500 Lavelle Rd, Alamogordo, NM 88310, located at the Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility. Work will involve replacing multiple backflow preventers across different water systems, including 2" irrigation, 8" potable water, 10" fire water, and 6" non-potable water supply lines. Contractors must adhere to City of Alamogordo 2022 standards and use USC Foundation approved backflow preventers that meet AWWA C511-92 standards. Work hours are restricted to 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, with coordination required to minimize disruption to ongoing research activities.