Blackwell Water Tower Rehab

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is soliciting bids for the Blackwell Water Tower Rehabilitation project through Solicitation 12441926Q0001, a Request for Quote (RFQ) for water tower rehabilitation services and optional pump replacement at the Blackwell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center in Laona, Wisconsin. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov, provide both technical and price proposals demonstrating prior experience with similar projects, and comply with prevailing wage requirements outlined in the Davis-Bacon Act. The contract will be awarded using a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology, considering technical approach, demonstrated prior experience, and price as primary factors. Critical deadlines include a mandatory Question and Answer period closing on November 13, 2025, a proposal submission deadline of November 25, 2025 at 1700 EST, and a required site visit on October 30, 2025 from 0900-1400 EST with mandatory RSVP to Cody Gorden by October 28, 2025. A site visit is strongly encouraged to review project specifications, drawings, and existing conditions before submitting pricing.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small businesses. The estimated project value ranges between $100,000 and $250,000, with the base item consisting of comprehensive water tower rehabilitation work on a lump-sum basis and an optional item for submersible pump replacement. The performance period requires work to commence within 10 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and be completed within 60 calendar days thereafter. Payment and performance bonds are required for contracts exceeding $35,000, and contractors must comply with prevailing wage determinations and environmental regulations including NSF certification and VOC limitations for all coating materials. The place of performance is located at 4155 County Highway H, Laona, WI 54541, with work hours restricted to 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday through Friday to minimize disruption to Job Corps Center operations.