MN-UPR MS RIV natl wildl-well repairs

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service seeks quotes to seal two artesian wells in Minnesota in compliance with state regulations, with quotes due July 8, 2026 and questions due June 25. This procurement is set aside for Total Small Business.

Place of performance includes the Mathy Site in Minnesota City, Minnesota (Well #1, a 12-inch diameter well with casing depth of 140–150 feet) and the Miller Site in La Crescent, Minnesota (Well #2, an estimated 4-inch diameter well with unknown casing depth). Work must be performed by a licensed well-sealing contractor per Minnesota Statutes Section 103I.301 and must comply with Minnesota Rule 4725.3850. Both wells require sealing when ground conditions are frozen to ensure site access and prevent environmental damage. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM CST at the Winona District Shop, 3 Kansas Street, Winona, Minnesota 55987.

Performance runs from September 1, 2026 to March 30, 2027. The contractor shall begin performance within 46 calendar days of award and complete all work within 257 calendar days. Performance and payment bonds are required within 30 days of award at 100 percent of the contract price. The contract is structured as Firm Fixed Price with base tasks for well sealing at each location plus three optional alternates: removing a hazard tree, removing piping and culvert infrastructure, and removing a concrete cattle trough. Well-sealing records must be submitted to the Minnesota Health Department, both USFWS district offices, and the Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator within 60 days of work completion. The NAICS code is 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Solicitation number is 140FC226Q0038.