CO-rocky MTN NWR-rehab VC geothermal sys

The Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a small business contractor to investigate and repair the geothermal heating system at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center in Commerce City, Colorado. The solicitation (140FC225Q0004) requires a comprehensive examination of the facility's geothermal infrastructure, including pressure testing 25 vertical well loop lines and identifying all interior and exterior leaks in the system originally installed in 2011. Contractors must provide a detailed investigation report within 45 days of award, with full project completion expected within 60 days, and submit cost estimates and repair solutions for all identified system issues. Evaluation criteria will focus on engineering expertise, pricing, ability to meet project deadlines, and local capabilities. Quotes are due by January 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM local time, with an anticipated project start date of January 31, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, with a size standard of $19 million. The contract will be firm-fixed-price and requires performance and payment bonds to be submitted within 10 days of award. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the entire project expected to be completed by April 30, 2025. The project site is located in Adams County, Colorado, and while a formal site visit is not scheduled, contractors are encouraged to coordinate with the facility manager for site access. Davis-Bacon wage determinations will apply, with minimum wage rates established for various construction trades, ensuring workers are compensated according to federal guidelines.