NM bitter lake NWR QRT 1&2 stucco proj

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking qualified contractors to perform re-stucco work on two residences at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Roswell, New Mexico. The project encompasses surface preparation, minor crack repair, priming, and application of a synthetic, acrylic-based sanded stucco system to match existing textures on approximately 4,206 square feet of exterior wall area. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with federal acquisition regulations applicable to commercial products and services. The solicitation does not specify detailed evaluation criteria beyond standard federal compliance requirements. The response deadline for best and final offers is February 20, 2026, at 8:00 AM EST, with a mandatory site visit conducted on January 26, 2026, and an original proposal deadline of February 13, 2026, at 12:00 CST; contractors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001 prior to submission to avoid rejection.

This solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside with NAICS code 238140 (Masonry Contractors) and a size standard of $19 million, though no specific incumbent contractor is identified in the available documentation. The estimated project value ranges between $30,000 and $50,000 under a firm-fixed-price contract structure. The project requires completion within a 45-calendar-day performance period from March 2, 2026, through April 16, 2026, with final color selection to be determined by the Station Manager following contract award. The work will take place at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge near Roswell, New Mexico, with delivery on an FOB Destination basis. This represents a straightforward construction services engagement with a clearly defined scope and compressed timeline suited to small business contractors specializing in masonry and stucco work.