Z--CRIP MC Checks and Lateral 73 Construction
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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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Department of the Interior, has issued a Solicitation for CRIP MC Checks and Lateral 73 Construction. This project involves the rehabilitation and replacement of critical irrigation infrastructure within the Colorado River Indian Reservation in La Paz County, Arizona. The estimated value for this Firm-Fixed-Price contract is between $18,000,000 and $22,000,000. Proposals are due by March 11, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This comprehensive construction project is divided into a Base Bid and two Additives, encompassing:
- CRIP Lateral 73-36 Check 1 Replacement (Base Bid - CLIN 5): Construction of a new Check 1 structure, replacement of an adjacent sub-sublateral turnout headgate, temporary bypass channels, earthwork, and demolition of existing structures. This is located approximately 5.5 miles south of Poston, AZ.
- CRIP MC420 Check Replacement & Electrical Modifications (Additive 1 - CLINs 2, 3, 4): Design and installation of a Contractor-furnished radial gate, replacement of the MC420 check structure, site grading, foundation work, and modifications to the 69kV electrical transmission and distribution lines.
- CRIP MC185 & MC270 Check Rehabilitation (Additive 2 - CLIN 1): Selective demolition, concrete repairs, installation of radial and lateral gates, electrical control systems, fencing, and access road resurfacing at the MC185 and MC270 check structures.
The work requires familiarity with hydraulic structures, earthwork, drilled shaft foundations, and overhead electrical transmission lines. Construction activities must be coordinated with irrigation operations, utilizing annual dry-up periods (typically two weeks in January, with an additional week in February for Lateral 73).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: $18,000,000 - $22,000,000
- Performance Period: 750 calendar days after Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: None (Competitive, Full and Open Acquisition)
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction)
- Small Business Size Standard: $45,000,000
- Proposal Due Date: March 11, 2026, 12:00 P.M. ET (Extended by Amendment 0002)
- Published Date: February 24, 2026 (Latest Amendment)
Evaluation & Submission
Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Price will be evaluated first, and only the lowest-priced offer will be assessed for technical acceptability (Acceptable/Unacceptable). Key evaluation factors include: Total Price Reasonableness, Technical Approach, Key Project Management/Technical Support, Proposed Contract Duration and Summary Schedule, and Relevant Experience and Past Performance.
- Technical Proposal Page Limit: Increased to 75 pages (from 40) by Amendment 0001 Q&A.
- Relevant Experience Period: Increased to 10 years (from 5) by Amendment 0003 Q&A.
- Bid Guarantee: Required at $3,000,000 or 20% of the bid price, whichever is less (Updated by Amendment 0003 Q&A). Standard Forms SF-24 (Bid Bond), SF-25 (Performance Bond), and SF-25A (Payment Bond) are referenced.
- TERO Fees: A 3.5% Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO) fee is associated with each pricing schedule.
- Safety Manager: A dedicated, full-time onsite Safety Manager is not explicitly required; a qualified senior team member can manage safety responsibilities.
- Electronic Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically in two volumes (Price and Technical). Electronic invoicing via IPP is required.
Key Considerations
Geotechnical reports indicate potential liquefaction at MC structures (Site Class F) and Lateral 73 (Site Class E), though BIA has opted not to pursue further mitigation for liquefaction due to cost/risk. Asbestos surveys found no asbestos at any sites. Lead-Based Paint (LBP) was detected on specific metal framing at Lateral 73, requiring special handling if disturbed. DOL Wage Rates for Heavy Dams and Heavy Construction in Arizona apply.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact McLaughlin, William at William.McLaughlin@bia.gov or (850) 281-3444.