Grindstone Water Storage Tank Replacement
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 Indian Health Service (IHS) Division of Engineering Services (DES) is issuing a PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE for a construction project to replace water storage tanks at the Grindstone Rancheria in Elk Creek, CA. This project involves removing two existing tanks and installing a single 135,000-gallon tank, including communication/monitoring equipment and training. The solicitation is anticipated for late January 2026, with proposals due at least 30 days later.
Scope of Work
The project entails:
- Removal of one 60,000-gallon water storage tank.
- Removal of one 30,000-gallon water storage tank.
- Installation of one new 135,000-gallon water storage tank.
- Installation of required communication and monitoring equipment.
- Startup services and training for up to four individuals. All work must comply with the Statement of Work, specifications, and drawings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) construction contract (RFP under FAR Part 15 and 36).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS: 237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (Size Standard: $45 million).
- PSC: Y1NE Construction Of Water Supply Facilities.
- Magnitude: Less than $1,200,000.00.
- Construction Duration: 180 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Late January 2026.
- Anticipated Proposal Due: At least 30 calendar days after solicitation issuance (approx. February 2026).
- Published: January 16, 2026.
Evaluation
This will be a Request for Proposal (RFP) with price only evaluation criteria, conducted in accordance with FAR Part 15 and 36 procedures. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov as a small business under NAICS 237110 to be eligible.
Additional Notes
A site visit date, time, and location will be specified in the forthcoming solicitation. Offerors are strongly encouraged to inspect the site. All documents will be available for download on SAM.gov; hard copies will not be provided. All dates are subject to change; refer to the official solicitation for confirmed details. SAM.gov registration is mandatory and should be completed promptly.