Solar Well Medicine Lake NWR

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to drill and construct a solar-powered wildlife water well at the Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Daniels County, Montana. The project requires drilling a well between 120-160 feet deep with 5-inch steel casing, installing a PVC well screen, conducting comprehensive pump testing, and providing a complete solar power package including 100-180W solar panels capable of delivering at least 5 GPM, mounting structures, and a Grundfos SQ submersible pump. Contractors must obtain all necessary permits and licenses while adhering to federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, and provide a minimum two-year warranty on all components and installation. The contract will be awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, with three key factors: price, technical capabilities, and recent relevant experience with at least two similar projects completed within the last five years. Proposals are due electronically by September 16, 2025, with technical capability documentation limited to 5 pages.

This opportunity is set aside for total small business participation under solicitation number 140FGA25R0032. While the contract magnitude is classified between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000 in the system, this appears to be a data error as the scope involves constructing a single solar well. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price construction agreement with a performance period from September 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. The work site is located at the intersection of Outlet Creek Road and North Glenview Road with specific GPS coordinates provided, and the contractor will be responsible for delivering one complete job involving the drilling, construction, and solar power installation. All work must comply with Montana State Law requirements and include detailed documentation such as well logs, manufacturer warranties, and certifications upon completion.