M--INDIAN WELLS CYN RD O&M
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for Operation and Maintenance (O&M) services for Indian Wells Canyon Road in Inyokern, CA. This effort aims to repair heavy erosion and deep ruts caused by Tropical Storm Hiliary. A Total Small Business Set-Aside competitive solicitation is anticipated for mid-late May 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide comprehensive operation and maintenance services for the natural (dirt) surface of Indian Wells Canyon Road. The primary objective is to address and repair significant erosion and deep ruts resulting from Tropical Storm Hiliary. The period of performance for this requirement is 45 days after the notice to proceed.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Magnitude: Between $250,000.00 and $500,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR Part 19.5)
- NAICS: 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (Size Standard: $45 million)
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated mid-late May 2026
- RFP Posting Duration: 30 days
- Published Date (Pre-Solicitation): April 2, 2026
Requirements & Conditions
- Davis Bacon Act (DBA): Applicable.
- Buy American Act: All materials must comply.
- SAM Registration: Required for award eligibility; offerors must be registered and complete online Representations and Certifications.
- Site Visit: Details will be provided in the solicitation; attendance is highly encouraged to understand requirements and conditions.
Evaluation
Award will be based on best value to the Government, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice. The Request for Proposal (RFP) package will be available electronically on SAM.gov. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the release of the solicitation and any subsequent pertinent information.