Tank Piping Upgrade Phase II

The Incorporated County of Los Alamos is issuing Invitation for Bids (IFB26-61) for Tank Piping Upgrades Phase 2, a water distribution infrastructure modification and improvement project at two potable tank sites within Los Alamos County, New Mexico. The Twin Tank Site work requires installation of approximately 220 feet of new ductile iron pipe, nine new gate valves, various fittings, water meter replacement, vault lid replacement, and remote actuated valve replacement, while the Tank 4A Site work (located on DOE property) involves connecting fill and suction lines to create a bypass over approximately 17 feet. Bidders must be licensed contractors in the State of New Mexico with appropriate classifications for the work being performed, must obtain a Los Alamos County Business License, and must comply with the New Mexico Public Works Minimum Wage Act and prevailing wage requirements. The evaluation criteria focus on accurate submission of all required documents and cost, with contract award going to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM MDT, with bids due by 2:00 PM MDT on May 5, 2026. The project timeline includes bid award targeted for June 10, 2026, a pre-construction meeting on June 30, 2026, Notice to Proceed on July 6, 2026, substantial completion targeted for November 2, 2026, and final completion by November 30, 2026. Work must occur during standard hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with noise ordinance waivers required for work outside these hours.

Local and resident business preferences are available under Los Alamos Code Section 31-261(b) and NMSA 1978 Section 13-1-21, with qualifying bidders receiving a 5 percent price reduction factor. Eligible preferences include Local (Los Alamos) Business preference for companies incorporated in New Mexico with principal offices in Los Alamos County, Resident (New Mexico) Business preference, Native American Resident Business preference, Resident Veteran Business preference, and Native American Resident Veteran Business preference, each with specific eligibility requirements and revenue thresholds up to six million dollars for certain categories. All bidders must submit a 5 percent bid security via cash, certified checks, or bid bonds through the County's electronic Bonfire Procurement Portal, along with certifications regarding debarment, suspension, campaign contributions, and authorization for information verification. The successful bidder must execute performance and labor-materials payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. Liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day apply for delays beyond milestone, substantial, and final completion dates. No specific budget range or award value is listed in the procurement documents; pricing will be determined through competitive sealed bidding process with award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.