Kirtland air force base drinking water test well, kirtland air force base, bernalillo county, new mexico

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Albuquerque is seeking a contractor to drill a comprehensive drinking water test well at Kirtland Air Force Base in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. The solicitation (W912PP25R0016) requires drilling a 1,250-foot deep, 6-inch diameter well with extensive technical specifications including aquifer testing, geophysical logging, and comprehensive water quality sampling. The project involves multiple contract line items (CLINs) covering plans and permits, field services, drilling, testing, site restoration, and reporting, with a potential optional task for fugitive dust permit management. Proposals are due by April 23, 2025, with a total performance period of 270 calendar days. The contract evaluation will likely focus on technical capabilities, compliance with specified drilling and testing protocols, and the contractor's ability to successfully complete all required project elements.

The contract is not specifically set aside but is designated for small businesses with a size standard of $19 million under NAICS code 541620 for Environmental Consulting Services. The project will be performed entirely in New Mexico, with a firm-fixed-price contract structure. A pre-proposal site visit was conducted on April 10, 2025, with 14 organizations represented, indicating significant industry interest in the opportunity. The contract involves professional engineering and technical support services, specifically focused on environmental testing and monitoring. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project—including drilling, testing, logging, and reporting—suggests a substantial scope of work requiring specialized environmental and geological expertise.