Negrito Well Install

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the construction of a new well at the Negrito Fire Base, Reserve Ranger District, Gila National Forest. The existing well system is irreparable due to damage to the drop pipe and pitless adaptor. The new well will restore water access essential for personnel and operations at this remote fire management facility.

• Construct a new well, including drilling, casing installation, surface preparation, and complete assembly of a functional water system.

• Work must comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as NMED Standards.

• Connect the new well to the existing distribution system.

• Supply of some parts (drop pipe, 5hp 10gpm pump) may be from previous contract; other components include 60 ft of 8" surface casing, 5" Certa Lock casing (800 ft), 5” Certa lock slotted casing (200 ft), 5” Vetolic Clamp, 8” cap, 5” cap, pitless adapter, and other necessary materials.

• Testing, permitting, and commissioning, including pump testing, flow rate verification, water quality sampling (if required), and permit application/approval.

• Deliverables include a fully restored and functioning well system, all necessary documentation/permits showing compliance, and a final walkthrough/inspection.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: March 2, 2026, to April 2, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but award will be based on total evaluated price.

• Proposals/quotes must be submitted electronically by the date and time specified.

• Proposal Organization: Technical Proposal, Past Performance, Price Proposal.

• Evaluation Criteria: Technical Acceptability (Go/No-Go), Past Performance, and Price.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is technically acceptable and offers the lowest total evaluated price.

• Bid Guarantee: Required, equal to ten percent (10%) of the total price offered. Failure to submit may result in rejection.

• Proposal Validity Period: Minimum of sixty (60) calendar days.

• Questions Deadline: Wednesday, February 18, 2026, by 12:00 PM MT.

• This acquisition is being conducted as a Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP).

• Specific set-aside information is not detailed in the provided sections.

• The government reserves the right to make multiple awards if it determines it to be in the best interest of the government, though the intent is to make one award.

• The government will provide site access and relevant project documentation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the "Negrito Well Installation" project, contract number 1161674. It outlines the procedures and guidelines the USDA (USFS) will use to ensure the contractor meets the performance standards and service levels specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Purpose of QASP: To describe systematic methods for measuring contractor performance, identifying required reports, and defining roles and responsibilities.
• Relation to Contract: Details how the QASP relates to the PWS, Quality Control Plan (QCP), and potential revisions.
• Performance Standards and AQLs: Defines how performance will be measured, including acceptable quality levels (AQLs) and allowable deviations.
• Non-Performance: Outlines procedures for addressing contractor non-performance, including documentation and remedial actions.
• Responsibilities: Delineates responsibilities for the Contractor, Contracting Officer (CO), and Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
• Surveillance Methods: Describes the methods the government will use to monitor contractor performance, including 100% surveillance.
• Analysis and Results: Explains how performance will be analyzed and categorized (Outstanding, Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory).
• Appendices: Includes example forms for Performance Requirement Summaries, Discrepancy Reports, Customer Feedback, Inspection Lists, Quality Assurance Monitoring, Complaint Investigations, and Surveillance Activity Checklists.

While this document is a government surveillance plan, it provides insight into how the contractor's performance will be evaluated. Bidders can use this to understand the government's expectations regarding quality, performance standards, and acceptable quality levels for the "Negrito Well Installation" project. It highlights the importance of a robust Quality Control Plan (QCP) for the contractor.