Diving Services 3 at the Folsom Dam

The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking diving services for debris removal at the Folsom Dam, specifically targeting wood debris obstructing Temperature Control Device shutter panels in Units 1 and 2. The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a firm-fixed price purchase order requiring a 5-person dive crew to complete services over up to 12 total days at a current estimated dive depth of 173 feet. Key contract requirements include removing debris between Units 1 and 2 above the 284-foot elevation near the dam face, stabilizing the debris slope, and using a decompression chamber to remove debris to a designated location. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and submit a completed vendor information and pricing schedule along with a capability statement demonstrating their ability to complete the requirement. Quotes are due by April 14, 2025, at 10:30am PST, with contract performance to be completed within 7 calendar days after purchase order receipt.

The contract is a total small business set-aside, targeting vendors in the All Other Support Services (NAICS 561990) category. Performance will occur at the Folsom Dam, with the dive area situated at a lake elevation of 457 feet. The solicitation indicates a requirement for a comprehensive dive team capable of complex underwater debris removal, with specific emphasis on precise positioning and slope stabilization. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract includes detailed wage determination guidelines from the U.S. Department of Labor, with compensation rates varying based on dive depth, geographic location, and special work conditions. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive wage structure, which includes base wages, depth pay ranging from $1.00 to $8.00 per foot, and additional fringe benefits that vary by region.