Z--INSPECT AND CLEAN MOCA/TUZI WATER TANKS
Overview
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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 National Park Service, Department of the Interior, is seeking proposals for a Firm-Fixed Price contract to Inspect and Clean MOCA/TUZI Water Tanks. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involving the servicing of two 50,000-gallon potable water storage tanks at Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot. Quotes are due by February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the inspection, sediment removal, cleaning, and disinfection of two 50,000-gallon potable water storage tanks. Work must adhere to AWWA C652 standards and local health regulations.
- Montezuma Castle Tank: 30' diameter, steel welded, partially below grade, with a cathodic protection system and a 24"x24" roof hatch. It is 10 feet tall with an exterior stairway.
- Tuzigoot Tank: 22' x 44', concrete, below ground, with a 34"x34" roof hatch.
- Tanks will remain full during inspection and cleaning.
- Wastewater and solids disposal must occur at the Montezuma Castle National Monument sewage lagoons. No temporary water requirements.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 562998 (Maintenance Of Water Supply Facilities)
- Size Standard: $16.5 million
- Period of Performance: February 27, 2026, to April 17, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: February 25, 2026, by 4:00 PM UTC (11:00 AM ET).
- Submission Method: Via email to dennis_zoltak@nps.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Price, technical capability, and prior experience.
- Offerors must be registered in SAM and possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- The Q&A period for this solicitation is now closed.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Amendment 0002 provided clarifications on tank dimensions, materials, access, waste disposal, and operational status, along with attached pictures and drawings.