DEVA 318717 - Rehab Furnace & Cow Creeks WTP/WWTP

Amendment / Modification

This document is a modification to a General Decision Number (CA20250020) that was originally issued on 09/26/2025 and superseded a previous decision (CA20240020).

This modification pertains to construction projects in Inyo, Kern, and Mono Counties, California, specifically for Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), and Highway construction types. It details prevailing wage rates and includes various labor classifications and their corresponding rates and fringes.

This document does not directly impact proposal submission deadlines or evaluation factors, but it provides crucial information regarding the prevailing wage rates that must be adhered to for the specified construction types and counties. Bidders should consult this document to ensure compliance with labor wage requirements for the opportunity.

Other / Unclassified

This document contains two main parts related to the "REHABILITATE WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS AT FURNACE CREEK AND COW CREEK AREAS, DEVA" project:

1. Seals and Signatures Pages: Lists the engineers and architects responsible for the project's specifications, including their professional license numbers and the specific divisions/sections their seals apply to. It notes that seals and signatures do not apply to Division 00 (Bidding and Contracting Requirements).
2. Technical Specifications and Reports: Includes a Geotechnical Report by Shannon & Wilson, Inc., detailing subsurface conditions, laboratory tests, and recommendations for design. It also comprises comprehensive specifications for various project components such as pipes, valves, process control systems, wells, pumping stations, aerators, chemical feed systems, bypass pumping, and instruments.

This information is crucial for bidders. The Seals and Signatures pages identify key technical personnel, offering insight into project oversight. The detailed Geotechnical Report and extensive technical specifications outline the precise materials, equipment, installation methods, and site conditions required for the water and wastewater system rehabilitation. This data is essential for accurate bidding, proposal development, and understanding project requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Rehabilitate Furnace Creek and Cow Creek Water and Wastewater Treatment Systems" project at Death Valley National Park in California. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Parts 15 and 36, utilizing Unrestricted Full and Open Competition. The estimated magnitude of construction is over $10 million.

• Rehabilitation of Furnace Creek and Cow Creek Water and Wastewater Treatment Systems.

• The NAICS code and associated small business size standard are noted within Section K, Provision 52.204-8.

• The performance period is 915 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Offers are due by 12:00 PM local time on 12/30/2025.

• Offers must be valid for at least 120 calendar days.

• Information regarding proposal submittals, questions, and solicitation amendment acknowledgements is detailed in Section L.

• A Pre-Proposal Site Visit is also referenced in Section L.

• Unrestricted Full and Open Competition.

• All information and requirements stated in Sections B through J, including attachments, apply to this solicitation and subsequent contract award.

• Offerors must begin performance within 10 calendar days after award, unless otherwise negotiated.

• Performance and payment bonds are required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and plans for two distinct projects within Death Valley National Park: the "COW CREEK WASTEWATER PLAN & PROFILE - MAIN LS FORCE MAIN" and the "Texas Springs Drainage Channel" project. These attachments provide critical visual and technical information for bidders.

• Plan Views: Illustrate the horizontal layout of the 8" HDPE DR 11 Sewer Force Main, including stationing (CS 250+00 to CS 405+00), edge of pavement, existing fiber optic lines, disturbance limits, and the Death Valley Scenic Byway (CA SR-190).

• Profile Views: Depict the vertical alignment of the force main, showing proposed invert elevations, cover depths (minimum 3.00'), and approximate existing ground surfaces.

• Key Features: Includes lift stations, cleanouts, existing fiber optic lines to be protected, and disturbance limits.

• Sheet Index & Layout Points: Provides an overview and coordinates for the channel alignment.

• Plan Views & Cross Sections: Illustrate the proposed drainage channel alignment, including stationing, existing features, construction notes, and detailed cross-sections with elevations and slopes.

• Specific Details: Includes riprap check dams, typical channel sections, protection of historic picnic tables, erosion control plans, site/grading plans (RO treatment plant, pool area, main lift station), irrigation ditch plans (with sluice gates), fencing details, monitoring well details, and vault toilet details.

• General Notes & Symbols: Covers structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and architectural components.

These comprehensive drawings are essential for bidders to understand the physical scope, technical requirements, and exact alignment, dimensions, elevations, materials, and construction methods for both the wastewater infrastructure and the drainage channel improvements. Bidders must review these documents to accurately estimate costs, plan construction, identify potential challenges (e.g., existing utilities, terrain), and ensure compliance with all specified requirements for the "COW CREEK WASTEWATER SYSTEM REHAB" and related opportunities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Detailed Contract Price Schedule Worksheet," provides a breakdown of contract line item numbers (CLINs) for the opportunity. It details the CLIN descriptions, quantities, units of measure, unit prices, and extended totals for both base CLINs (1-18) and optional CLINs (19-27).

• Base CLINs (1-18): Cover various construction and infrastructure components including buildings (Furnace Creek RO, Cow Creek RO), site work, demolition, water systems, and wastewater systems across different park locations (Furnace Creek, Cow Creek, Coyote Loop, Texas Springs, Old Ghost Road).
• Option CLINs (19-27): Include potential additions such as water piping and wastewater system improvements at various locations.
• Pricing: The document lists CLINs with associated quantities and units of measure, but all unit prices and extended totals are currently listed as 0.0, indicating that pricing details are to be filled in by the bidder or are pending further information.
• Additional Pricing Info Sheet: Provides estimated quantities and units of measure for specific components within several CLINs, such as piping in trenches, directional drilling, and appurtenances, also with unit rates and extended totals listed as 0.0.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope of work associated with each CLIN, including base requirements and potential options. Bidders will need to use this document to formulate their pricing proposals, detailing unit prices and extended totals for each CLIN as required by the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended to gather feedback on a contractor's performance for a specific project. Offerors are required to complete Sections A and B and then transmit the questionnaire to a designated reference. The reference will then complete Sections C and D and return them to the Contracting Officer/Contract Specialist.

• Offeror Information: Sections A and B require the offeror to provide company details, contact information, and details about the project being submitted for (Project Title, Contract Number, Contract Type, Awarded Contract Price, Current/Final Price, Award Date, Completion Date, Period of Performance, Project Location, Client/Owner, and a brief description of the contract & work effort).
• Reference Information: The offeror must provide the name, title, organization, phone number, and email address of the reference who will complete the questionnaire.
• Evaluation Areas: Sections C and D include evaluation criteria for Quality, Schedule (& Time Management), Cost Control, Management, Small Business Subcontracting (& Labor Standards), and Regulatory Compliance. Each area has specific questions and a rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory).
• Ratings & Comments: References are asked to provide an overall rating for each evaluation area and detailed comments to support their ratings, especially for exceptional, marginal, and unsatisfactory ratings.
• Overall Recommendation & Comments: The reference provides an overall recommendation for the contractor for similar future contracts and any additional comments.
• Return Instructions: Specifies the return deadline (December 17, 2025, 12:00 pm MT) and the names, titles, organization, and email addresses of the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

This questionnaire is a critical component for offerors to demonstrate their past performance. Bidders must ensure they accurately complete their sections and provide appropriate references. The feedback gathered through this PPQ will be used as source selection information and will significantly impact the evaluation of the offeror's proposal. The detailed evaluation criteria also provide insight into the government's priorities for performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises construction drawings for the "Rehabilitate Water & Wastewater Systems at Furnace Creek & Cow Creek" project in Death Valley National Park. It details legends, general notes, abbreviations, a comprehensive sheet index, and specific plans for temporary water and wastewater systems, demolition, and bid options.

• Drawings & Plans: Includes detailed plans for temporary water and wastewater bypass systems, demolition areas, and new water main installations (8-inch HDPE DR 11 and DR 17). Covers both Furnace Creek and Cow Creek systems.
• Technical Details: Provides plan and profile views of water main alignments, stationing, cover depths, and relationships with existing utilities (water, sewer, power, fiber optic). Details include service connections, valves, bends, tees, and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) sections.
• Project Scope: Outlines proposed improvements, existing conditions, and specific areas for demolition and new construction.
• Bid Options: Specifies various optional work items for different project components.
• Ancillary Information: Includes legends, abbreviations, general notes on site conditions, environmental protection, safety, and restoration, as well as survey control points.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the project's technical specifications, scope of work, existing conditions, and proposed infrastructure changes. They provide the necessary visual and technical details for accurate site assessment, construction planning, material estimation, and bid preparation, including understanding bypass strategies, demolition scope, and new installations. The inclusion of bid options allows for flexible proposal development.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Project Experience Questionnaire required for the solicitation "140P2025R0082 – DEVA 318717". It is designed to gather information from offerors regarding their past project experience, specifically as it relates to the Project Experience evaluation subfactor outlined in Section L of the solicitation.

• Offeror Information: Requires Company Name and Unique Entity ID.
• Referenced Project Information: Includes fields for Project Title, Location, Brief Description, Project Owner, and a Point of Contact (POC).
• Contractor List: Details for each contractor (prime or subcontractor) involved in the referenced project, including their Role, Trade, Price (original and final), and Performance Period (original and final).
• Project Experience Questions: Seven specific questions requiring detailed responses about:
  1. Work performed by all listed contractors.
  2. How each contractor's work addresses Project Experience elements from Section L.
  3. Reasons for changes to original project price.
  4. Reasons for changes to original project schedule.
  5. Problems encountered and their resolutions, and how the offeror's proposal addresses similar issues.
  6. Successful means and methods used, and their applicability to the proposed project.
  7. Any other relevant project information.

Bidders must complete this questionnaire to demonstrate their relevant project experience as required by the solicitation's evaluation criteria. The responses will be used to assess the offeror's qualifications and past performance. Offerors should limit submittals to the quantity of projects and timeframes specified in the solicitation and expand response sections as needed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Small Business Subcontracting Plan required for large business Offerors proposing a total price greater than $1,500,000 (construction). Failure to submit this plan may result in the rejection of an offer. It outlines the Offeror's commitment to subcontracting with various categories of small businesses.

• National Park Service (NPS) FY25 subcontracting goals:
  • Small Business (SB): 42%
  • Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB): 10.0%
  • Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone): 3.0%
  • Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE): 3.0%
  • Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB): 5.0%
  • Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB): 5.0%
• Offeror Information: Includes Prime Contractor Name (ABC Construction), Address, UEI No., Solicitation No. (140P2025R0082), Contract Scope of Work (DEVA 318717 – Rehab Furnace Creek & Cow Creek Areas, Water & Wastewater Treatment Systems), and Contract Period of Performance (915 calendar-days).
• Subcontracting Goals: Specific dollar values and percentages for SB, SDB, HUBZone, ISBEE, SDVOSB, WOSB, and Other than Small Business concerns.
• Subcontracted Products/Services & Subcontractors: A section to list planned subcontracted items and identified subcontractors, including their business size and socio-economic status.
• Method for Determining Goals & Identifying Potential Subcontractors: Details on how goals were established and sources used to find potential subcontractors (e.g., SAM, SBA DSBS).
• Subcontracting Program Administrator (SPA): Contact information for the individual responsible for the subcontracting program.
• Equitable Opportunity Efforts: Outlines outreach and internal efforts to ensure fair competition for small businesses.
• Reporting and Recordkeeping: Requirements for submitting reports (ISR, SSR) via eSRS and maintaining records.

Large business Offerors must complete and submit this plan with their proposal. It details the subcontracting goals and the Offeror's strategy for achieving them, demonstrating compliance with small business utilization requirements. Bidders should review the NPS goals and ensure their proposed subcontracting approach aligns with these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and plans for water and wastewater system improvements, specifically for the Cow Creek Water system and the Furnace Creek Wastewater System rehabilitation project. It illustrates various segments, including "RO Plant to Source," "Simms Circle Area," and "Furnace Creek Wastewater System." The drawings provide essential details for understanding the scope of work, locations, and specifications of existing and proposed infrastructure.

• Water System Drawings: Includes plan and profile sheets (C2.36 - C2.58, C4.1 - C4.15) detailing water pipelines, stations, cover depths, and existing ground surfaces. Also features "Furnace Creek Water Fittings" and "Furnace Creek Water Services" tables (C3.1 - C3.5) with valve and fitting specifications, and "Water Details" sheets (C3.12 - C3.21) for components like gate valves, hydrants, and backflow preventers.
• Wastewater System Drawings: Encompasses plan and profile sheets (C4.16 - C4.37, C5.1 - C5.35) for sewer mains and service lines, showing layouts, elevations, depths, slopes, and utility crossings. Includes site plans for the sewage lagoon system (C4.38 - C4.43) detailing aerators, fences, and fill removal plans for Cell #3.
• Specific Areas Covered: "Admin Areas 1-5," "Old Ghost Road," "Skyline Drive," and "Housing Areas 1-2" are detailed for wastewater work.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately assess the project scope, identify the precise locations and specifications of water and wastewater infrastructure, and understand the required materials and installation methods. The detailed engineering drawings and specifications are essential for preparing precise bids, allocating resources effectively, and planning project execution.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the rehabilitation, replacement, and upgrade of various components of the deteriorating water and wastewater systems in the Furnace Creek and Cow Creek developed areas of Death Valley National Park. The project aims to address frequent service interruptions, improve water availability, and mitigate health and safety issues for visitors and staff. The work includes replacing service laterals, correcting pressured force mains and gravity sewer mains, repairing/replacing manholes and pump stations, and lagoon improvements. Water system work includes developing a new well, reconstructing the reverse osmosis building, upgrading control systems, and rehabilitating non-potable systems. Furnace Creek water system work involves rehabilitating reservoir access, constructing a chlorination building, and replacing well pumps.

• Rehabilitation and upgrade of water and wastewater treatment systems.

• Replacement of service laterals, force mains, and gravity sewer mains.

• Repair/replacement of manholes and pump stations.

• Lagoon improvements for capacity enhancement.

• Construction of a new well and reverse osmosis building at Cow Creek.

• Upgrades to control systems and air quality monitoring equipment.

• Rehabilitation of non-potable water systems.

• Rehabilitation of reservoir access hatch and internal stairs at Furnace Creek.

• Construction of a chlorination building at Furnace Creek.

• Replacement of well pumps at Furnace Creek.

• Addressing deficiencies with distribution piping and appurtenances.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, with completion not later than 915 calendar days.

• Liquidated Damages: $1,822.00 for each calendar day of delay.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• Offerors must acknowledge all solicitation amendments.

• Proposals must include a detailed contract price schedule, including optional items.

• Evaluation will be based on the Best Value Continuum Tradeoff Process.

• Key evaluation factors include Project Experience & Technical Competency, Technical Approach & Schedule, Management Approach, Past Performance, and Small Business Participation. Pricing is also an evaluation factor.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site.

• Pre-proposal questions are due by November 30, 2025.

• Offer Due Date: To be determined (specified in Block 13.a of SF 1442).

• HUBZone small business concerns are eligible for a price evaluation preference.

• Small business participation is a key evaluation factor.

• Specifications and Drawings are attached and incorporated by reference.

• The project is located in Death Valley National Park, Inyo County, California.

• Offerors must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and plans for the "FURNACE CREEK WATER PLAN & PROFILE SOUTH ALIGNMENT" and "TANK TO WELLS" sections of the project. It outlines the proposed installation of an 8-inch HDPE DR 11/17 water main, including its alignment, profile, cover depths, and relationships with existing utilities and infrastructure.

• Plan Views: Illustrate the horizontal layout of the water main, including stationing, alignment, and proximity to existing features such as roads, fiber optic lines, water mains, sewer mains, overhead power lines, and underground power crossings.
• Profile Views: Depict the vertical alignment of the water main, showing ground surface elevations, pipe top-of-pipe (T.O.P.) elevations, and cover depths.
• Key Features: Details include the location of valves, bends, transitions (e.g., DR11 to DR17), horizontal directional drilling (HDD) sections, open trench excavations, and disturbance limits.
• Existing Infrastructure: Notes the presence and location of existing water mains, sewer mains, fiber optic lines, and power crossings that require coordination or protection.
• Specific Locations: The drawings cover various segments, including "SOUTH ALIGNMENT," "TANK TO WELLS," "SUNSET CAMPGROUND ROAD," "RANCH," "COW CREEK WATER SHEET INDEX," "CC LIFT STATION AND SALT PAN VISTA," "OLD GHOST ROAD TO RO," and "RO PLANT TO SOURCE."

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the physical scope of work, the proposed water main route, the required installation methods (e.g., HDD vs. open trench), potential conflicts with existing utilities, and the overall site conditions. They provide the detailed engineering basis for cost estimation, construction planning, and execution of the water system rehabilitation project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains a collection of drawings and plans related to various facilities within Death Valley National Park, including:

• FURNACE CREEK RO PLANT: Drawings cover network diagrams, typical installation details, code analysis, structural plans, architectural details, process plans, mechanical and plumbing layouts, electrical site plans, and panel schedules.

• COW CREEK LIFT STATION: Drawings include code analysis, life safety plans, structural foundation and roof framing plans, architectural floor plans and elevations, mechanical and plumbing floor plans, and electrical site plans.

• COW CREEK RO PLANT: Drawings detail code analysis, life safety plans, structural foundation and roof framing plans, architectural floor plans, elevations, building sections, wall sections, architectural details, process plans, mechanical and plumbing layouts, electrical site plans, power plans, lighting and receptacle plans, panel schedules, and one-line diagrams.

• FURNACE CREEK PIPE VAULT: Drawings cover structural demolition plans, structural plans, architectural demolition plan and photos, mechanical floor plans and sections, plumbing floor plans and isometric diagrams, and electrical plans.

• FURNACE CREEK LAGOON STRUCTURES: Drawings include structural foundation and roof framing plans, architectural floor plans and elevations, shade structure details, and electrical site plans.

• COW CREEK POOL FILTRATION BUILDING: Drawings encompass code analysis, life safety plans, structural foundation and roof framing plans, architectural floor plans, elevations, building sections, wall sections, process plans, mechanical and plumbing floor plans, electrical site plans, power and lighting plans, and panel schedules.

• Drawings: Detailed architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and process drawings.

• Plans: Site plans, floor plans, roof plans, foundation plans, electrical site plans, mechanical floor plans, plumbing floor plans, process plans, and life safety plans.

• Details & Sections: Architectural and structural details, wall sections, building sections, and process sections.

• Diagrams: One-line diagrams, isometric diagrams, and P&IDs.

• Schedules: Panelboard schedules.

• Code Analysis: Comprehensive code review narratives and tables for various facilities.

This extensive set of documents provides critical information for potential bidders to understand the scope, requirements, and existing conditions of various infrastructure projects within Death Valley National Park. It is essential for accurate bidding, proposal development, and project execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Division 01 - General Requirements," outlines administrative and procedural requirements for the "Rehabilitate Water and Wastewater Systems at Furnace Creek and Cow Creek Areas" project in Death Valley National Park. It details various aspects of the construction process, including:

• Summary of Work: Details the scope of work, project location, and specific tasks for the base contract and optional work.
• Contract Modification Procedures: Outlines the administrative and procedural requirements for contract modifications.
• Definition of Contract Line Items: Explains what is included and excluded within each contract line item.
• Project Management and Coordination: Covers requirements for construction schedules, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and project meetings.
• Environmental Protection and Special Controls: Addresses wildlife protection, vegetation protection, cultural resources protection, and other environmental measures.
• Safety Requirements: Establishes an accident prevention program, COVID-19 safety program, confined space program, and general safety working environment.
• Historic Preservation Treatment Procedures: Details special procedures for historic treatment on the project.
• Quality Requirements: Outlines administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.
• Reference Standards: Lists environmental definitions and industry standards applicable to the project.
• Temporary Facilities and Controls: Includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.
• Construction Waste Management and Disposal: Provides administrative and procedural requirements for salvaging, recycling, and disposing of waste.
• Closeout Procedures: Covers administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including record drawings, submittals, inspections, and warranties.
• Operation and Maintenance Data: Details requirements for preparing operation and maintenance manuals.
• Total Building Commissioning: Outlines general requirements for coordinating and scheduling commissioning, including meetings, reports, and testing.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the overarching administrative, procedural, and technical requirements that govern the execution of the "Rehabilitate Water and Wastewater Systems at Furnace Creek and Cow Creek Areas" project. It provides essential information on how the work will be managed, coordinated, and controlled, including critical aspects like safety, environmental protection, quality control, and closeout procedures. Understanding these requirements is vital for developing an accurate and compliant bid and for successful project execution.