REMOVE DISCONTINUED CABLEWAYS
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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. Geological Survey (USGS), Arizona Water Science Center, is soliciting proposals for the dismantling and removal of two discontinued cableway structures and associated components at two separate field locations. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation and is not a small business set-aside. Proposals are due by April 24, 2026, at 05:00 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the contractor to:
- Dismantle and remove cableway structures, cables, saddle blocks, U-bars, A-frames, and all associated equipment.
- Haul away all debris, including cable and connecting equipment.
- Cut off U-bars at the concrete surface.
- Return the area to as close to natural as possible.
- Comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations, including OSHA.
Note: The work is solely for dismantling and removal; it does not include construction, alteration, or repair.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (implies Firm-Fixed-Price award).
- Period of Performance: 90 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP), estimated from May 4, 2026, to August 4, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside.
- Submission Method: Via email to Joel Berberena, Contracting Officer (joel_berberena@ios.doi.gov).
Submission Requirements & Key Deadlines
- Site Visit RSVP: No later than April 3, 2026.
- Mandatory Site Visit Dates: April 7, 2026 (Cibecue Creek: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM; Carrizo Creek: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM).
- Questions Due: April 14, 2026.
- Proposal Due: April 24, 2026, 05:00 PM PDT.
- Proposal Content: Signed SF-18, firm-fixed-price quote for both sites (partial quotes not accepted), technical capability statement, and relevant representations/certifications (e.g., FAR 52.212-3).
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Evaluation factors include technical capability, price, and past performance.
Additional Notes
- Contractors are responsible for obtaining all required permits, licenses, and approvals.
- The contractor shall retain ownership of all removed materials; any salvage value is incidental.
- Electronic invoicing and payment will be through the Internet Payment Platform (IPP).