Z--CA-MERCED NWR-QTRS SEPTIC SYSTEM
Overview
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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 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the replacement of a sewage pump vault and installation of a new pumping system at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge, CA. This project is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to improve operational reliability and safety. Proposals are due March 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
This project involves the abandonment of an existing unsafe sewage pump vault and the installation of a new above-grade sewage pump vault and pumping system. Key requirements include:
- Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and incidentals.
- Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including OSHA and USFWS safety policies.
- Protection of existing utilities, infrastructure, and natural resources.
- Provision of manufacturer cut sheets, O&M manuals, warranty, and as-built documentation.
- Completed and operational system with testing and commissioning.
- The project magnitude is less than $25,000.00.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Construction Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Period of Performance: Work to commence within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, completing by August 15, 2026. The amendment specifies 04/06/2026 to 08/15/2026.
- Solicitation Issued: February 26, 2026.
- Site Visit: March 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM PST (RSVP required 24 hours prior).
- Questions Deadline: March 16, 2026, by 4:00 PM MDT.
- Proposals Due: March 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM MDT.
Evaluation
The Government intends to award without discussions to the responsible respondent submitting the lowest evaluated price determined fair and reasonable.
Additional Information
An amendment provided responses to vendor questions and the site visit sign-in sheet. Key details from the Q&A include:
- This is a brand-new project.
- Specifications for the vault (presumed cast iron/metal, dilapidated), pump (1/2 horsepower), and electrical panel (200 Amp) were provided.
- The pump is set directly on the base of the vault.
- Invert depth of the pipe entering the vault is approximately 18 to 28 inches.
- An emergency bypass line will consist of a pump, float system, and high-level audible/visible alarm.
- TDH will be determined by the contractor; distance to septic leach is approximately 35-50 feet with a 2-3 feet elevation change.
- Current pump vault capacity is 500 gallons; this is a single pump system.
- Contractors may use existing electrical infrastructure.
- Temporary bypass pumping will be provided if maintaining service is necessary.
- The pump station requires an audible and visible alarm.