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Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to solicitation 140L1226Q0011 serves two primary purposes:

• It extends the deadline for quotation submissions to May 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT.

• It provides answers to vendor questions regarding the "Potable Water Delivery & Testing" requirement.

• Submission Deadline: Extended to 5/05/2026, 5:00 PM PDT.

• Questions & Answers: Clarifications provided on the following:

  • Sample Collection: Samples must be collected by a technician approved by the California Department of Health. The contractor can collect the sample as long as it is submitted to a certified laboratory.
  • Vehicle Access: Historically, access roads have been able to sustain the tonnage of water delivery vehicles.
  • Water Testing: A "pass/fail" determination for standard bacteriological tests for total coliform/E. coli is acceptable. More comprehensive testing will be required annually, as mandated by the California Department of Public Health.

• The deadline for submitting quotations has been extended.

• Bidders should incorporate the clarifications provided in the Q&A section into their proposals.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140L1226Q0011 extends the deadline for quotation submissions to April 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT.

• The effective date of the amendment is April 8, 2026.

• The deadline for quotation submissions has been extended.

• The new deadline for submitting quotations is April 27, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT.

• All responses must be submitted via email to michael_anson@ios.doi.gov.

• The period of performance remains from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2030.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Barstow Field Office, for Potable Water Delivery and Testing services. The contract will be a fixed-price award using Simplified Acquisition Procedures and Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation criteria. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 221310, with a small business size standard of $41 million.

The solicitation requires adherence to the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS). Offerors must submit a complete Standard Form 18, a detailed work plan, and a schedule demonstrating capability.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Varies by line item, with options extending through 2030.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 221310 and size standard of $41 million are provided.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: April 20, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT.

• Submission Method: Via email to michael_anson@ios.doi.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), focusing on Technical Approach and Experience of the Organization.

• Key Milestones:

  • Questions Due: April 13, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT.

• No set-aside is mentioned.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• NAICS Code: 221310

• Small Business Size Standard: $41 Million

• Offerors must check specific items on the SF18 to expedite handling.

• All responses must be in accordance with the attached Solicitation, Contract Clauses, Specifications, Requirements, Provisions, Terms, and Conditions.

• Additional provisions and representations are attached.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5629, Revision No. 28) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work on federal contracts in California, specifically for the counties of Riverside and San Bernardino.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles (e.g., Administrative Support, Automotive, Health Occupations, Information Technology, etc.).
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing."
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage adjustments).
• Details provisions for vacation, holidays, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Outlines the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with performing a federal contract in the specified geographic area. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees, directly impacting the cost proposal. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide delivery, transfer, and testing of potable water for small water systems at the Owl Canyon Campground, Afton Canyon Campground, and El Mirage Visitor Center.

• Water Delivery: Contractors must deliver and fill 2,000-gallon in-ground water tanks at Owl Canyon and Afton Canyon campgrounds, and refill a 1,000-gallon above-ground water tank at El Mirage Visitor Center.

• Water Testing: Conduct quarterly chemical and bacteriological water analysis. Samples must be collected by a technician approved by the California Department of Public Health, and analysis performed by a California Department of Public Health-approved laboratory.

• Remediation: Ability to remedy positive chemical or bacteriological water analysis results.

• Transportation: Provide proper transportation of potable water and testing materials. A 4-wheel drive or off-road vehicle may be required.

• Water delivery service must be completed within 2 hours of arrival at the site.

• Delivery and transfer must be completed within 2 business days of government request.

• Provide records of each water delivery and transfer upon request.

• Provide water testing results and chain of custody documentation to the COR within 24 hours of receipt.

• Notify COR immediately of positive chemical or bacteriological results.

• Performance will be evaluated, with two unsatisfactory inspections resulting in a 10% deduction.

• Period: One (1) Base Year of 12 months, with three (3) 12-month option years.

• Place: Owl Canyon Campground, Afton Canyon Campground, and El Mirage Visitor Center, Barstow Field Office, California.

• Equipment: Furnish potable water truck with off-road (4WD) capabilities, certified by the California Department of Health for potable water transport. Water must be from certified clean water sources.

• Personnel: Certified technicians required for water testing.

• Work Hours: Regular work hours are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. Work outside these hours requires COR approval.

• Government Furnished: The government will provide a key to access water tank fill points after a specific form (DI-105) is completed.