C--NY MONTEZUMA NWR ADMIN SUPPORT WATERLINE PROJECT
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has issued an Award Notice for administrative support services to the Town of Montezuma. This sole source award facilitates the selection of a contractor for the construction of a new municipal water service extension to the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Seneca Falls, New York. The project aims to establish a reliable and potable water source for the Refuge.
Purpose & Scope
This award provides administrative support services to the Town of Montezuma, enabling them to solicit firm-fixed price proposals for the construction of a new municipal water service extension. The primary objective is to establish a reliable and potable water source for the Montezuma NWR, addressing the current reliance on trucked-in water and unsuccessful attempts at on-site wells. The planned waterline will convey drinking water for staff, visitors, maintenance operations, and fire protection. Future connections to existing and new buildings at the Refuge will be handled under a separate FWS construction contract.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Award
- Authority: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.501 (as per the preceding Notice of Intent)
- Procurement Classification Code: C1AZ - ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: OTHER ADM.
- NAICS Code: 541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department/Agency: Interior / US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
- Awarded To: Town of Montezuma
Background & Justification
This award follows a Sole Source Notice of Intent, where the U.S. Government announced its plan to award the contract to the Town of Montezuma. The justification for the sole source was based on the unique requirement for administrative support to facilitate the municipal water service extension project. Other responsible sources were invited to submit capabilities statements by December 12, 2025, to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements, but the award was ultimately made to the Town of Montezuma.