McPhee Reservoir Breakwater

This solicitation seeks construction services for a new breakwater system at the McPhee Reservoir in Montezuma County, Colorado. The Forest Service is procuring demolition of the existing tire-based breakwater and installation of a new floating wave attenuation system, with an optional line item for off-site disposal of tires from the existing structure and waste site. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical approach, experience, and price reasonableness. Responses are due by June 2, 2023.

The opportunity is set aside for total small business and has a place of performance in Dolores, Colorado. The construction work must be completed by November 17, 2023 and includes removal of 44 large tires from the existing breakwater under the base CLIN. An optional CLIN allows for disposal of approximately 165 additional tires. Pricing is requested for demolition, supply and installation of the new system, and optional off-site tire disposal. Evaluation will follow a best value tradeoff process between technical factors and price.