Boise district backflow testing & repair

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho Boise District is seeking a small business contractor to perform annual backflow testing, certification, and repair services for 21 backflow systems across six administrative and recreation sites. The solicitation (No. 140L2625Q0022) requires a comprehensive service contract that includes testing, certification, and a $1,500 annual allowance for minor repairs that must be pre-approved. Proposals will be evaluated primarily on technical capability, prior experience, and past performance, with these factors considered significantly more important than price. Contractors must submit detailed documentation including a work plan, equipment list, personnel resumes, and references demonstrating their qualifications. The proposal submission deadline is April 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM MDT, with electronic submissions required via email.

The contract is exclusively set aside for small businesses with a size standard of $47 million in annual receipts, falling under the NAICS category 561210 for Facilities Support Services. The period of performance spans five years, from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030, consisting of a base year and four option years. Specific sites for service include the Boise District Complex, Hammett Guard Station, Bruneau Fire Station, Boise Wild Horse Corrals, Steck Park Recreation Site, and Cove Recreation Site. The wage determination for this contract follows the Service Contract Act guidelines for Idaho counties, including Ada, Boise, Canyon, Gem, and Owyhee, with specific provisions for various job classifications and associated benefits. While no incumbent contractor is mentioned, the solicitation indicates a structured approach to maintaining critical backflow infrastructure across multiple BLM facilities in the Idaho region.