S--BRFO VAULT TOILET PUMPING
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Nevada State Office, is soliciting proposals for Vault Toilet Pumping Services for its Black Rock Field Office. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires one-time pumping, disposal, and disinfection services at five specified locations. The response deadline has been extended to May 29, 2026, at 13:00 PDT.
Purpose & Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive vault toilet pumping services at five locations: Steven's Camp, Black Rock Station, Massacre Ranch, Soldier Meadows Cabin, and Hot Creek Campground. The scope includes pumping vaults one time during the period of performance, proper disposal of sewage and debris at a licensed facility, and disinfecting restrooms after pumping. The contractor is responsible for all supervision, labor, equipment, disposal, and supplies, adhering to all State and Federal regulations regarding safety and waste disposal. Specific tasks involve filling vaults with water, removing waste, washing interior walls, cleaning/disinfecting contaminated areas, and cleaning cleanout hatches/risers.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 562991 (Septic Tank and Related Services)
- Size Standard: $9 Million
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026, to August 15, 2026
- Place of Performance: Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area, and Gerlach, NV.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 29, 2026, 13:00 PDT.
- Submission Method: Email to caitlyn_warner@ios.doi.gov.
- Evaluation Basis: Best Value / Trade Off, with Technical Proposal and Past Performance being more important than Price.
- Technical Proposal Requirements: Must demonstrate understanding of the Statement of Work, include subcontractor information (if applicable), and address site cleanup and sewage spillage mitigation.
- Past Performance Requirements: Offerors must provide at least three (3) relevant projects completed within the last five years, with specific details for evaluation.
- Price Submission: Complete Standard Form (SF) 1449 with a firm fixed price.
Key Requirements & Performance Standards
The contractor must notify the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) at least one week before services. All equipment must conform to regulations, and spillage must be prevented. In case of spillage, the COR must be notified immediately. Work will be inspected by the COR, and deficient work must be corrected within 48 hours. The suction hose must accommodate a maximum distance of sixty (60) feet from the pumping vehicle to the vault cleanout. Proof of proper waste disposal must be retained for at least three years.
Wage Determination
Bidders must consider the official Wage Determination for Washoe and Storey counties, Nevada, which outlines minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits ($5.55 per hour for Health & Welfare). This document also details requirements for paid sick leave (EO 13706) and federal minimum wage (EO 13658), and provides guidance on conformance for unlisted occupations. This is crucial for accurate labor cost estimation.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Caitlyn Warner at cwarner@blm.gov or 775-861-6495.