FCC Lompoc - Replace Underground Water Reservoir & De-Sludge and Re-Line Wastewater Pond #3
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 Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP), FCC Lompoc, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to Replace an Underground Water Reservoir & De-Sludge and Re-Line Wastewater Pond #3 at its facility in Lompoc, CA. This is not a solicitation, but seeks qualified small business contractors. Responses, including a Market Research Questionnaire, are due by March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves two main components:
- Water Tank: Complete demolition and removal of the existing concrete water storage tank, followed by the design and construction of a new above-ground storage tank with a 660,000-gallon operational capacity at a new location. This includes foundation design for site-specific soil conditions.
- Wastewater Pond #3: De-sludging of approximately 910 dry tons of sludge, coordinated legal dewatering and disposal, and installation of a new HDPE geomembrane liner system. A 100% design package with detailed seam layouts and anchoring specifications is required.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction)
- Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 million
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Estimated Performance Period: 328 calendar days (from Market Research Questionnaire)
Set-Aside & Eligibility
The FBOP is specifically seeking small business contractors for this project. Interested firms must be registered in SAM.gov and meet the small business size standard. This notice is for prime contractors only; the FBOP does not award subcontracts.
Response Requirements
Interested parties must:
- Add their company name to the Interested Vendors List for this posting on SAM.gov (must be logged in).
- Complete and return the attached Market Research Questionnaire to jkercheval1@bop.gov. Access to controlled documents, including the Statement of Work, requires an active SAM.gov registration and MPIN.
Additional Notes
This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. A synopsis of the proposed contract action, with instructions for responding, will be posted at a later date. Bidders should continuously monitor www.sam.gov for updates.