Leadville, CO National Fish Hatchery Exploratory W

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking qualified contractors to drill and test an exploratory water well at the Leadville, Colorado National Fish Hatchery to determine feasibility for a production well supporting fish rearing operations. The project requires drilling to approximately 125-150 feet depth with installation of a 5-8 inch diameter well casing and comprehensive well development to maximize sustainable yield. Contractors must possess a Colorado well driller's license and demonstrate a minimum of three years of similar well drilling experience. Evaluation will be conducted using a Lowest-Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology based on three factors: price, technical capabilities and ability to deliver (limited to a 5-page submission), and recent relevant experience with at least two similar projects completed within the last five years. Quotations must be submitted electronically by May 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM Mountain Time, with the offer remaining valid for 90 calendar days following the due date.

This solicitation (140FGA26R0016) is set aside for total small business concerns and will be conducted under simplified acquisition procedures as a firm fixed-price contract. No incumbent contractor is identified in the available documentation. While a specific award value is not provided, the contractor must submit pricing as a lump-sum job bid on the provided price schedule, with all costs including labor, materials, equipment, supervision, overhead, and profit incorporated into a single price. The performance period spans June 1, 2026 through August 31, 2026, with work completion required within 81 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and commencement required within 10 calendar days of award. The work will be performed at the Leadville, Colorado National Fish Hatchery location, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates (Wage Determination CO20260003) apply to the project, with a performance and payment bond equal to 100 percent of the contract price required within 14 days of award.