Lucky Peak Dam Water Quality Testing
Overview
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify capable businesses for Lucky Peak Dam Water Quality Testing. This market research aims to determine potential set-asides for an anticipated Firm Fixed Price Service Contract with a base year and four option years. The requirement involves comprehensive water quality testing at various locations within the Lucky Peak Dam & Lake boundary in Boise, ID. Responses are due by April 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The services required, as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), include:
- Surface Water Quality Testing: Bi-weekly collection and laboratory testing for E. Coli from the Robie Creek shoreline access area.
- Drinking Water Quality Testing (Coliforms): Quarterly collection from one public drinking water system and two private wells.
- Yearly Nitrate Testing: Performed during the second quarter (July-September) for drinking water.
- As-Needed Testing: Additional drinking water samples as requested by the Contract Officer Representative (COR).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Service Contract
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Engineering Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $19,000,000
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research
- Period of Performance:
- Base Period: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027
- Option Periods (4): May 1, 2027 – April 30, 2031
- Place of Performance: USACE Lucky Peak Dam & Lake boundary, Boise, ID
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 11:00 AM Pacific Time
- Published Date: March 25, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit:
- Intent to submit a quote, bid, or proposal.
- Firm name, address, phone, and point of contact.
- CAGE Code, UEI, or SAM information.
- Statement of firm's business size relative to NAICS 541380.
- Statement of Capability (SOC) detailing skills, experience, knowledge, and equipment.
- Statement on subcontracting, identifying subcontractors if applicable.
- Feedback on the attached PWS, including comments or suggestions.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation. Responses will help determine potential small business participation and overall capability. Firms are encouraged to provide feedback on the PWS, which is subject to change. Submissions should be sent via email to Mary Seiner at Mary.L.Seiner@usace.army.mil.