Irrigation Improvement Project

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for irrigation improvements at the Bessey Recreation Complex, located at 40637 River Loop, Halsey, NE 69142. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, with a size standard of $45 Million.

The project involves irrigation improvements, including mobilization, demo, well pump/controllers, mainline/valves, and lateral irrigation lines for zones 1-14. Specific tasks include:

• Base work: mobilization, demo, well pump/controllers, mainline/valves, and lateral irrigation lines for zones 1-9.

• Zone 10-11: Installation of mainline, valves, and lateral irrigation lines.

• Zone 12-14: Installation of mainline, valves, and lateral irrigation lines, completing the group site irrigation installation.

• Contract Type: Anticipated to be a Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: 10 calendar days to commence work after notice to proceed, with the entire work to be completed within 60 calendar days after notice to proceed. The stated period of performance is 07/17/2026 to 09/18/2026.

• Magnitude: Estimated between $50,000 and $200,000.

• Site Visit: Mandatory for contractors, scheduled for June 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST at 40637 River Loop, Halsey, NE 69142. Contact Thomas Emerson (Thomas.Emerson@usda.gov) for the site visit.

• Questions Due: July 02, 2026, at 17:00 PM CST. Submit questions to Arthur Courtney at arthur.courtney@usda.gov.

• Quotes Due: July 10, 2026, at 17:00 PM CST. Submit offers via email to arthur.courtney@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Approach (Project Schedule), Demonstrated Prior Experience, and Price Schedule. Offerors must receive an "Acceptable" rating for Technical Acceptability to be considered for award.

• Offerors must have an ACTIVE account in the System for Award Management (SAM.Gov) at the time proposals are due.

• Attachments referenced include: Attachment 1 - Schedule of Items, Attachment 2 - Specifications, Attachment 3 - Drawings and Diagrams, and Attachment 4 - Wage Determinations.

• Offerors are advised to inspect the facility and site prior to submitting offers.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items (SOI) for the "IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS" project at the Bessey Recreation Site, Nebraska National Forest & National Grasslands. It details the base and optional items required for the project, serving as a basis for pricing and procurement.

Base Items:

• Mobilization
• Demolition, Clearing & Grubbing
• Well, Tank, Pump & Controllers (Day-Use Area)
• Mainline & Valves (Zones #1-9 & Cistern)
• Irrigation Lateral Lines (Zones #1-9) - Quantity: 8,600 Linear Feet

Optional Items:

• Mainline & Valves (Zones #10-11)
• Irrigation Lateral Lines (Zones #10-11) - Quantity: 1,690 Linear Feet
• Mainline & Valves (Zones #12-14)
• Irrigation Lateral Lines (Zones #12-14) - Quantity: 3,200 Linear Feet
• Well, Tank, Pump, Controllers, Mainline, Valves & Enclosure (Group Site)
• Irrigation Lateral Lines (Group Site) - Quantity: 1,190 Linear Feet

This schedule provides potential bidders with a detailed breakdown of the materials and services required for the irrigation improvements. Bidders will use this information to prepare their pricing and proposals, understanding the quantities and types of work involved, including linear footage for lateral lines and lump sum items for other components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2. Specifications.pdf", contains the "100% Final Specifications" for the "BESSEY RECREATION AREA IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS" project. It details the "List of Drawings and Specifications" and outlines the "General Requirements" for the project.

• Contract Drawings Index: Lists all drawing sheets, including title sheets, symbols, demolition plans, utility plans, irrigation site plans (with specific zone breakdowns and option bid items), typical details, and temporary erosion control details.
• Specifications Index: Lists specifications by division, covering General Requirements, Control of Materials, Measurement and Payment, Construction Progress Documentation, Surveying and Staking, Submittal Procedures, Quality Control and Quantity Measurement, Mobilization, Government Furnished Materials, Material and Equipment, and Clean Up and Disposal.
• General Requirements (Division 01): Includes descriptions of the work, location (Halsey, Nebraska), site conditions and weather, site access, use of facilities and utilities, staging areas, work restrictions, schedule, protection of the public, contractor responsibilities, utility locations, construction waste disposal, site cleanup, field verification, and permits.
• Specific Divisions: Details requirements for Existing Conditions (Selective Demolition), Plumbing (common work results, ball valves, check valves, domestic water piping, submersible well pumps), Electric (common work results, low-voltage power conductors, conduits, variable frequency motor controllers), Earthwork (site clearing, trenching, erosion control), Exterior Improvements (planting irrigation), and Site Utilities (water distribution).
• Base Items and Optional Bid Items: Outlines specific work items for mobilization, demolition, clearing & grubbing, well/pump/controller replacement, irrigation mainline/valves/laterals for various zones, and optional items for additional zones or group sites.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the technical scope, requirements, and specifications for the irrigation improvements project. It provides detailed information on the drawings, materials, installation procedures, and contractual requirements necessary to prepare an accurate and compliant bid. Bidders must thoroughly review these specifications and drawings to understand the full extent of the work, including demolition, new installations, and site preparation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and diagrams for the "Bessey Recreation Site Irrigation Improvements" project. It serves as a visual guide for contractors to understand the scope, layout, and technical specifications of the proposed irrigation system.

• Index of Sheets: Lists all included drawings, from title sheets and general notes to demolition plans, existing utility plans, irrigation site plans for various zones, and detailed construction elements.
• Demolition Plans: Detail areas and components to be removed, including existing irrigation lines, valve boxes, concrete structures, and more.
• Existing Utility Plans: Map out current electrical, water, and sewer lines within the project area.
• Irrigation Site Plans: Provide layouts for proposed irrigation systems across different zones (Day-Use Area, Group Site, North, South, Center, East, South-West, North-West), including sprinkler head locations and lateral pipe routing.
• Detail Sheets: Offer specific construction details for well heads, valve assemblies, sprinkler head installations, trenching, sleeving, electrical controls, storage sheds, and erosion control measures.
• General Notes: Include project-specific instructions and requirements for contractors.

These drawings are critical for bidders to accurately estimate costs, understand the physical scope of work, identify potential challenges (e.g., existing utilities, demolition requirements), and plan their construction approach for the irrigation improvements at the Bessey Recreation Site.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Decision Number" for wage determinations applicable to residential construction projects in specific Nebraska counties. It provides prevailing wage rates for various construction trades, as required by federal regulations for government contracts.

• General Decision Number: NE20260023
• Publication Date: 05/18/2026
• Applicable Construction Type: Residential (single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories)
• Applicable Counties: Antelope, Arthur, Blaine, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Grant, Holt, Hooker, Keya Paha, Knox, Logan, Loup, McPherson, and Thomas in Nebraska.
• Wage Rates: Lists specific rates and fringes for trades such as Sheet Metal Worker, Roofer, Plumber, Painter, Laborer, Drywall Rocker, Drywall Finisher/Taper, Carpenter, and Bricklayer.
• Executive Order (EO) 13706: Notes applicability of paid sick leave for federal contractors awarded contracts on or after January 1, 2017.
• Executive Order 13658: Notes applicability of minimum wage rates for contracts awarded on or between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022 (or renewed/extended after January 30, 2022).
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains various identifiers (e.g., SU, UAVG, SA) used to denote the source and type of wage rates.
• Wage Determination Appeals Process: Outlines the procedures for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must consult this document to understand the minimum wage requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal construction contracts in the specified geographic area and for the specified types of construction. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and proposal development to ensure compliance with federal labor standards.