Drill and Install New Pitless Well, Waterline and Photovoltaic System - Manzana

The National Park Service Pacific West Region is seeking a contractor to drill and install a new pitless well, waterline, and photovoltaic system at Manzanar National Historic Site in California. This Sources Sought Notice is a preliminary step to identify potential qualified contractors for the upcoming Invitation for Bid. The project involves installing a production well (IC22-076W), a well pitless unit, air release vault, pressure tank vault, and approximately 2,100 linear feet of 4-inch HDPE water main. Interested contractors are required to email their capability and interest statement to bradley_metler@nps.gov by April 27, 2025. The technical specifications indicate a comprehensive infrastructure project that demands expertise in water system installation, well drilling, and photovoltaic system integration.

The opportunity is classified under NAICS Category 237110 for Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction and PSC Category F015 for Natural Resources/Conservation Well Drilling. There is no specific set-aside designation for this contract, suggesting it is open to all qualified contractors. The project is located 223 miles north of Los Angeles, near Lone Pine, California, and will be constructed under a single prime contract. The technical specifications outline detailed requirements for equipment installation, including a 1.0 HP submersible pump, water level transmitters, check valves, and a battery-backed photovoltaic power system. While no specific award value is mentioned in the pre-solicitation notice, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial infrastructure investment for the National Park Service.