Bradbury Dam Outlet Valve Replacement

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation seeks replacement of two existing 30-inch fixed-cone valves and associated equipment at Bradbury Dam to enhance operation and efficiency of water releases, with proposals due August 10. This is a restricted small business procurement under NAICS 237990 with a $45 million size standard.

Place of performance is Bradbury Dam, located approximately 20 miles northwest of Santa Barbara, California. The work scope includes removal of existing valves and peripheral equipment; design of new valve supports by a California-registered Professional Engineer; furnishing and installation of two new fixed-cone valves with hoods, butterfly valves, reducers, valve actuators, and related electrical components; electrical inspection, design, and installation; and provision of a temporary pump system to supply water from Lake Cachuma to the spillway during the outlet works outage. The contractor must begin performance within 7 calendar days of receiving notice to proceed and complete all work within 365 calendar days. Performance and payment bonds are required within 10 calendar days of award. The estimated project cost is between $1 million and $5 million, awarded on a firm fixed-price basis with monthly progress payments. The performance period runs June 1, 2026 to June 1, 2027. PSC code is Z2KA, Repair or Alteration of Dams. Required submittals include detailed schedules using Critical Path Method, safety programs, equipment approvals, and construction documentation, with submittal reviews generally requiring 21 calendar days. Past performance will be evaluated using a Past Performance Questionnaire assessing scope similarity, quality, schedule, cost control, management, regulatory compliance, and small business utilization. Prevailing wage rates per Department of Labor General Decision CA20260014 apply.