HOOVER REPLACEMENT BUOYS FY 26

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for "Fast River Buoys and SL-15 Solar Power Strobes" (Product/Service Code: 2050). The Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, is procuring these items.

• The primary deliverable is "Fast River Buoys and SL-15 Solar Power Strobes."

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 333924, with a size standard of 900 employees.

• The period of performance is from June 19, 2026, to August 30, 2026.

• Delivery is expected by August 30, 2026.

• All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email by June 15, 2026, to Noah Maye at noah_maye@ios.doi.gov.

• All quotes are due by June 19, 2026, at 1700 Pacific Time and must be submitted via email to Noah Maye at noah_maye@ios.doi.gov.

• This acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED."

• The solicitation number is 140R3026Q0061.

• The solicitation issue date is June 5, 2026.

• Standard Form 1449 is used for this solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the solicitation provisions and contract clauses for the "HD Replacement Buoys" project, identified by RFQ No. 140R3026Q0061. It details the terms and conditions for acquiring commercial products and services.

• Offerors must submit a complete quote package including:

  • Completed SF-1449 form.
  • Warranty details for all components.
  • Technical submission requirements, including specification sheets of quoted supplies.
  • Confirmation that all requirements match the salient characteristics.

• Quotes must reference the RFQ No. and include the offeror's Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and business information.

• The contract will incorporate various FAR and DIAR clauses by reference, covering terms and conditions, whistleblower rights, prohibitions on certain agreements, system for award management, small business set-asides, child labor, combating trafficking in persons, DEI discrimination, Buy American, and payment procedures.

• The contract will be for commercial products and commercial services.

• Specific clauses are incorporated by reference, with dates of incorporation ranging from October 2018 to March 2026.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

• Quotes must be submitted electronically to noah_maye@ios.doi.gov.

• Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt of their submission.

• Evaluation factors for awarding the contract include:

  • Technical capability (demonstrated ability to provide all required parts as listed in the Performance Work Statement).
  • Schedule (ability to meet or exceed performance requirements).
  • Past performance.
  • Price.

• The government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement.

• Includes "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (Deviation)" (Clause 52.219-06).

• Includes "Nonmanufacturer Rule (Deviation)" (Clause 52.219-33).

• Includes "Utilization of Small Business Concerns" (Clause 52.219-8).

• An addendum to FAR clause 52.212-1 modifies it to substitute "quote" for "offer" and "RFQ" for "solicitation."

• Attachment 1, "Salient Characteristics," is listed.

• Offerors unable to comply with the IPP requirement for submitting invoices must submit a waiver request in writing to the Contracting Officer with their proposal or quotation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics required for HD Replacement Buoys. It provides background information on the need for these buoys due to issues with previous installations in the Colorado River downstream from Hoover Dam, specifically related to strong currents.

• Material and Durability: Must ensure durability, reliability, and resistance to harsh marine environments.
• Installation: Ready for immediate installation with no additional assembly required.
• Design: Optimized for stability in fast water currents (up to 6 knots), featuring a single-piece float.
• Visibility: High visibility in white, compliant with IALA recommendations.
• Buoyancy and Stability: Suitable for water currents up to 6 knots.
• Mooring Options: Must accommodate various water speeds and depths.
• Lighting: Equipped with an LED Solar-Powered Lantern for nighttime navigation and warning.
• Graphics: Features restricted area graphics (red) clearly marked on each buoy.
• Environmental: Made from recyclable materials and returnable for recycling at the end of its service life.
• Quality Standards: Compliant with IALA E-108 and ISO9001:2015 standards.

This document details the essential technical specifications and performance requirements for the buoys. Bidders must ensure their proposed solutions meet all listed salient characteristics to be considered compliant with the opportunity requirements.