SANTA ANA NWR Design-Build/CON Shade Structure
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. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is soliciting proposals for a Design-Build/Construction project to erect two new shade structures at the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Hidalgo County, Texas. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.
Purpose & Scope
The primary objective is to design and construct two new shade structures, each approximately 7,000 sq ft and 8 ft high, with manually operated retractable shade panels. These structures will provide essential shading for up to 200,000 plant seedlings, supporting native habitat restoration efforts in the Rio Grande Valley. The project includes the demolition of existing shade structures, site preparation, and the integration of a sprinkler system for growing and staging areas. The Design-Builder (DB) will be responsible for all design, permitting, construction, and related services, ensuring compliance with International Building Code, ASCE-7, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes. Deliverables include comprehensive design documentation, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, and as-constructed drawings.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (Solicitation 140FC126Q0007).
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13.
- Period of Performance: 150 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.
- Place of Performance: Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, Marinoff Reveg Facility, Hidalgo County, Texas.
- Wage Determination: General Decision Number TX20260255, effective January 2, 2026, applies to this project.
- Bid Guarantee: Required, equal to at least 20% of the bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: March 2, 2026, by 10:00 AM local time.
- Submission Method: All questions and offer submissions must be in writing via email to Adam Graham (adam_graham@fws.gov).
- Proposal Format: Proposals must be submitted in two volumes: Pricing and Technical. Bidders must use the provided Line Item Pricing Bid Sheet.
- Evaluation Methodology: Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest evaluated price that is technically acceptable, meets all solicitation requirements, and is deemed responsible.
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the submission date.
Important Notes
A site visit is scheduled for February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time at the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. Prospective offerors are strongly encouraged to attend.