68--Aquatic Herbicide (Magnacide H) for the Wapato Irrigation Project (WIP)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 140A1226Q0003 extends the following deadlines:

• The due date for quotes has been extended to April 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT.
• The due date for questions has been extended to April 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT.

This amendment affects the submission deadlines for quotes and questions.

Potential bidders are granted additional time to submit their quotes and ask clarifying questions.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140A1226Q0003, dated March 11, 2026. The effective date of this amendment is March 19, 2026.

Item 11, "THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS," indicates that the solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. It also states that the hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended. The specific details of the extension are not provided in the visible portion of the document, but bidders are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified hour and date for offer submission. Failure to do so may result in rejection of the offer. If a bidder wishes to change an offer already submitted due to this amendment, the change must be made via letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers, and must be received prior to the opening hour and date.

Page 2 of the document lists "Magnacide H (skids 2450 lbs each)" as a supply/service under Item No. 00001, with a quantity of 7 EA. This appears to be a detail related to the original solicitation or a previous modification, but its direct connection to the changes made by this amendment is not explicitly stated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically "Aquatic Herbicide (Magnacide H)" for the Wapato Irrigation Project (WIP). The government is procuring this herbicide in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

• The primary deliverable is Magnacide H, with a quantity of 7 EA (Each).

• The specific product is "Magnacide H (skids 2450 lbs each)".

• The document references "Attachment 1, Brand Name Justification and SF 1449" for General Requirements and "See Schedule" for Line Items.

• The contract type will be a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

• The anticipated delivery date is 04/01/2026 or upon reply with the vendor's lead time.

• The estimated value is not explicitly stated, but it is a price-only evaluation.

• Quotes must be received on or before the date and time specified on the SF-1449, which is 03/19/2026 at 12:00 PM local time.

• Quotes should be submitted via email to Brian Roberts, Contracting Officer, at brian.roberts@bia.gov, with the subject line: "Company Name Quote in Response to 140A1226Q0003".

• Quotes must include: Company Information (Unique Entity ID, Mailing Address, Contact Info), RFQ Number, Quote Number, Quote Date, and Pricing.

• Pricing must be in Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) format and address all elements of the SOW/Specifications.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced - Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Technical acceptability is based on meeting all elements of the Statement of Work.

• Contractor inquiries must be submitted via email no later than 12:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday, 16 March 2026.

• This requirement is set-aside 100% for Small Business.

• The NAICS code is 325320, Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,150 Employees.

• The point of contact information is TBA (To Be Provided at Award).

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and DIAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial items, representations and certifications, and specific prohibitions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Brand Name Only Justification" for the procurement of aquatic herbicide for the Wapato Irrigation Project (WIP). It serves to justify the acquisition of a specific brand name product, Magnacide H, for other than full and open competition.

• Requirement: New requirement for Aquatic Herbicide for Wapato Irrigation Project (WIP).
• Product: Delivery of seven skids (2,450 lbs each) of Magnacide H aquatic herbicide, totaling 17,150 lbs.
• Delivery Window: Before water season (April 15 to October 15).
• Authority Cited: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).
• Justification: Magnacide H is the only approved aquatic herbicide by the Tribal Yakama Nation Fisheries program on the Yakama Reservation. Baker Hughes is the sole manufacturer. Historically a sole source award, previous competitions yielded only two authorized distributors. The agency personnel are proficient with this herbicide, and retraining/new equipment would be required for alternatives.
• Market Research: Concluded that while vendors exist for commercial availability, no functional alternative herbicide meets the Yakama Nation's requirement. Efforts will continue to minimize brand name reliance in future acquisitions.
• Pricing: Firm-Fixed Price.
• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be within the scope of the certifications provided.

This document indicates that the upcoming solicitation will likely be for Magnacide H aquatic herbicide and may be a brand name or sole-source acquisition, potentially limiting competition. Bidders interested in supplying this specific product or related services should note the justification and the specific requirements outlined.