CA - SAN DIEGO(NWR) - OUTDOOR FOUNTAIN INSTALL
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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 and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the removal and installation of outdoor drinking fountains at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Complex Headquarters in Chula Vista, CA. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves replacing two existing fountains with one new ADA-compliant unit featuring a bottle refill station. Proposals are due Friday, June 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The project requires the contractor to:
- Remove and dispose of two existing outdoor drinking fountains and associated components.
- Disconnect and cap one existing water line, and modify remaining connections for the new unit.
- Install one new, ADA-compliant, vandal-resistant outdoor drinking fountain with an integrated bottle refill station. The new unit has already been purchased by the station.
- Ensure the new system provides fully operational potable water (chilled or non-chilled).
- Perform site restoration, including concrete patching to match existing surfaces and ensuring no trip hazards.
- Comply with all applicable Federal, State, local plumbing, ADA accessibility, and safety regulations.
- Coordinate any required water shutdowns with the Government Representative.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Construction.
- Magnitude: Estimated between $5,000 and $11,000.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 238990 – All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (Size Standard: $19.0M).
- Period of Performance: June 19, 2026 – September 18, 2026 (91 calendar days from award).
- Site Visit: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST.
- Question Deadline: Monday, June 4, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Proposal Due: Friday, June 19, 2026, 4:00 PM PST.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated primarily on Price, with award made to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced acceptable quotation. Submissions must include a quote on company letterhead, a Pricing Form, SAM.gov UEI code, and point of contact information. Offerors must refer to FAR provision 52.212-1 and include a completed FAR provision 52.212-3. Electronic submission via email is required. Active SAM registration is mandatory for award consideration.
Additional Notes
Performance and Payment Bonds are required for this project. All questions must be submitted via email only to the contracting officer. The solicitation package includes SF1449, Pricing Form, Clauses & Provisions, Wage Rate Determination (CA20260001), and the Statement of Work with attachments.