J--SJC RIO CHAMA TRAIL STAIRCASE

SOL #: 140R4026R0012Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior
Bureau Of Reclamation
UPPER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICE
SALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84138, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Foundation (238190)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Metal Bars, Sheets, And Shapes (J095)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 12, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 15, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 27, 2026, 10:00 PM

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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, is soliciting proposals for the J--SJC Rio Chama Trail Staircase project. This opportunity involves the removal of an existing staircase, hand railing, and cableway bridge, and the fabrication and installation of a new low-maintenance steel staircase and hand railing panels, along with a new kiosk, at the Heron trailhead in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by April 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Time.

Scope of Work

The project's primary objective is to replace the existing Rio Chama Trail Staircase and associated structures, which were closed due to safety concerns, with new steel components to extend service life and reduce maintenance. Key tasks include:

  • Demolition and offsite disposal of the existing staircase, hand railing, and cableway bridge, ensuring existing concrete foundations are not damaged.
  • Fabrication of new steel staircase and hand railing panels.
  • Installation of the new staircase, hand railing, and an educational kiosk.
  • Utilization of Government Furnished Products (GFP), which contractors must pick up from the Chama Field Office.
  • Site restoration, including final grading and seeding of disturbed areas.
  • Adherence to strict safety (Reclamation Safety and Health Standards - RSHS) and environmental controls, including dust abatement and water pollution control.
  • Compliance with AWS standard welding certifications.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price construction contract.
  • Project Magnitude: Estimated between $100,000 and $250,000.
  • Period of Performance: 77 days after Notice to Proceed (NTP), with an estimated NTP 4-5 weeks after solicitation closes. The project goal is completion by July 31, 2026.
  • Response Due: April 27, 2026, 4:00 PM Mountain Time.
  • Published Date: April 15, 2026 (latest amendment).

Key Updates & Clarifications

Amendment 0004, issued on April 15, 2026, uploaded Questions and Answers and an updated Section B Price Schedule. Key clarifications include:

  • Price Schedule: CLIN 010 (Fabricate & Install) and CLIN 020 (Removal) now include New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax. Staircase and grading CLINs have been updated to lump sum items.
  • Schedule: The contract schedule is 77 days after NTP; Clause 52.211-18 has been removed.
  • Submissions: Technical and pricing proposals can be submitted in a single document. Electronic or emailed Requests for Information (RSNs) are preferred.
  • Site Visit: A pre-proposal site visit was held on April 10, 2026. Minutes and a sign-in sheet are available.
  • Technical: Onsite assembly of stairs is acceptable if the fabrication will fit existing foundations with minimal field adjustment. Soil compaction and concrete testing are only required if foundations are unsuitable. All steel must be protected, and acceptable repair methods for damaged surfaces should be proposed.

Evaluation

Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Specifications/Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

Additional Notes

Bidders will be required to provide Performance (SF 25) and Payment (SF 25A) Bonds upon contract award. Compliance with Davis Bacon Wage Rates (NM20260011) is mandatory. Offers must be emailed to Kristen Ruiz Jimenez at kristen_ruizjimenez@ios.doi.gov.

People

Points of Contact

Ruiz Jimenez, KristenPRIMARY

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