Z--INSPECT AND CLEAN MOCA/TUZI WATER TANKS
Overview
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Original Source
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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 National Park Service, under the Department of the Interior, issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for inspecting and cleaning MOCA/TUZI water tanks in Arizona and New Mexico. This was a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation closed for questions on February 12, 2026, and quotes were due by February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity required the inspection and cleaning of two 50,000-gallon potable water storage tanks. Services included inspection, sediment removal, cleaning, and disinfection, to be performed in accordance with AWWA C652 and local health regulations. Specific details clarified through amendments included:
- Tank Dimensions: Montezuma Castle tank is 30' diameter; Tuzigoot Tank is 22' x 44'.
- Tank Material: Tuzigoot tank is concrete (below ground); Montezuma Castle tank is steel welded (partially below grade) with a cathodic protection system.
- Access: Hatches for both tanks are on the roof (Tuzigoot 34"x34", Montezuma Castle 24"x24"). Montezuma Castle is 10 feet tall with an exterior stairway.
- Waste Disposal: Wastewater and solids were to be disposed of at the Montezuma Castle National Monument sewage lagoons.
- Operational Status: Tanks were to remain full during inspection and cleaning, with no temporary water requirements.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: February 27, 2026, to April 17, 2026 (updated by Amendment 0001).
- Product/Service Code: Z1NE - Maintenance Of Water Supply Facilities
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This requirement was a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code was 562998, with a small business size standard of $16.5 million. Offerors were required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes were due by 11:00 PM ET on February 16, 2026, and had to be submitted via email to dennis_zoltak@nps.gov. Evaluation was based on price, technical capability, and prior experience.
Key Dates & Amendments
- Original Solicitation Posted: February 2, 2026
- Amendment 0001 Posted: February 4, 2026 (Extended Q&A, updated PoP)
- Amendment 0002 Posted: February 13, 2026 (Provided Q&A responses, confirmed Q&A period closed)
- Q&A Period Closed: February 12, 2026
- Quotes Due: February 16, 2026