New Well Drilling and Pump Installation
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 19MR6025Q0013
- Agency
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Department of State
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 238910 Site Preparation Contractors
- PSC
- 3413 Drilling And Tapping Machines
- Place of performance
- Nouakchott Ouest Mauritania
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania, through the Department of State, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive well drilling and pump installation services under solicitation 19MR6025Q0013. The project requires drilling a new well to a minimum depth of 70 meters with a 30-centimeter diameter, installing a 7.5 HP three-phase pump system capable of pumping 3-6 cubic meters per hour, and integrating the new well with existing water distribution infrastructure. Contractors must demonstrate technical qualifications, maintain an established business presence in Mauritania, provide proof of SAM registration, and show prior construction experience while complying with local insurance and licensing requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, acceptable, responsible quoter, with the government reserving the right to reject unreasonably low or high price submissions. A site visit was scheduled for July 23, 2025, and quotations are due by August 8, 2025.
This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designations and no incumbent contractors are identified in the documentation. The contract value is estimated to range between $25,000 and $90,000 USD, structured as a firm fixed-price construction contract with milestone-based payments distributed across five phases. The project timeline spans 240 days with specific milestones including 30 days for administrative submittals, 105 days for geophysical surveys, 150 days for drilling mobilization, 180 days for well completion, and 240 days for final water sampling and pump testing. Work will be performed in Nouakchott-Ouest, Mauritania, and includes additional requirements such as constructing a pump house, installing automatic operation systems with bypass features, conducting comprehensive water quality testing, and managing all demolition, restoration, and waste disposal activities. The contractor must install two pumps (one operational and one spare) and complete geophysical surveys to confirm optimal drilling locations before commencing work.
Notice text
The U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott Mauritania, intends to issue a Firm Fixed-Price Construction Type Contract in the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2025
The offeror shall provide complete construction services, contract coordination, and supervision, including but not limited to the management and construction necessary to meet the requirements of this contract within the established timeframe.
The requirement includes the following but is not limited to:
Engineering Studies and Design: Comprehensive engineering studies will be conducted to determine the optimal location and design for the new well. This includes geological surveys, hydrological assessments, and detailed design plans to ensure the well meets all technical and operational requirements.
• Drilling a New Well: The well will be drilled to a minimum depth of 70 meters with a diameter of 30 centimeters, using unplasticized polyvinyl chloride casing (ASTM F480 and NSF 14, Schedule 40) or as approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative.
• Well Pump Installation: The project includes the purchase and installation of a well pump capable of achieving an optimum pumping rate of 3 to 6 cubic meters per hour.
• Integration with Existing System: The new well will be connected to the existing water distribution pipe, ensuring seamless integration with the current infrastructure.
• Construction of Pump House: A pump house will be constructed to house the well pump and associated equipment, providing protection and facilitating maintenance.
•Automatic Operation with Bypass Feature: The system will be designed to operate automatically, with a bypass feature to ensure continuous water supply in case of any operational issues.
•Water Quality Testing: Comprehensive water quality testing will be conducted to ensure that the well water meets all health and safety standards for potable water. Regular monitoring and testing will be performed throughout the project to ensure compliance with quality standards.
The complete Scope of Work and specifications are attached in the uploaded solicitation.
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Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| New Well Drilling and Pump Installation | Pre-Solicitation |
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