Water Wells Inspection and Testing

Other / Unclassified

This document provides detailed instructions and information for vendors interested in attending a site visit related to "Multiple Water Well Inspection, Testing, and Reports" for the 9th Contracting Squadron at Beale Air Force Base. It outlines the process for both first-time and returning visitors to gain access to the base, including pre-enrollment procedures, required documentation, and acceptable forms of identification.

• Site Visit Date & Time: The site visit is scheduled for 03 February 2026 at 10:00 AM Local Time. The original date was 28 January 2026.
• Location: The site visit will commence at the 9th Contracting Office, 6500 B Street, Beale AFB, CA 95903.
• Access Requirements: Vendors must complete DBIDS pre-enrollment and obtain a Visitor Pass Request Form. Specific instructions are provided for first-time visitors (including QR code generation and driver's license submission) and returning visitors.
• Identification: A REAL ID is required for base entry. If a REAL ID is not possessed, another form of acceptable ID must be presented. A list of acceptable IDs is provided.
• Submission Deadline: Completed documents for site visit access must be submitted via email by 28 January 2026 at 10:00 AM PST.
• Questions Deadline: Written questions regarding the site visit are due by Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at 10:00 PM PST.
• Site Visit Agenda: The site visit will begin with introductions and a safety briefing at the 9th Contracting Squadron, followed by a caravan to the first location. Rules of Engagement prohibit straying from the group, discussing money or future projects, and sidebar conversations.
• Contacts: Lt Abigail Bartleson (Contracting Specialist) and Katherine Moe (Contracting Officer) are the points of contact for document submission. Pass and Registration can be contacted at 634-3128 for access-related questions.

Form / Attachment

This document is a Past Performance Summary Sheet (PPSS) template, designated as Attachment 2. Its purpose is to guide offerors in providing detailed information on their past contracts/programs to demonstrate their ability to perform the proposed effort for the current solicitation. Offerors must complete a separate form for each relevant contract.

• Section I - General: Provides instructions for completing the form, emphasizing the need for concise comments, demonstrating relevance (scope, magnitude, complexity) to the proposed effort, and including information on customer satisfaction, quality of service, or performance metrics. It also specifies limiting the number of efforts submitted as per the solicitation.
• Section II - Contract Specifics: Requires detailed information about each past contract, including Program Title, Contractor Name and CAGE Code, Contract Number, Contract Type (e.g., FFP, CPFF), whether it was competitively awarded or a small business set-aside, Period of Performance, Initial and Current/Final Contract Costs (excluding unexercised options), reasons for cost differences, a brief description of the effort (as Prime or Subcontractor), and the percentage of work performed by the offeror.
• Section III - Points of Contact (POC): Mandates providing current contact information for Primary Customer POCs, including Program (Site) Manager, Contracting Officer (CO), and Administrative CO (Name, Office, Address, Telephone, Email). It notes that for Government contracts, all three individuals are required, and for commercial contracts, equivalent roles should be provided.

This attachment is critical for bidders as it outlines the specific format and content required for submitting past performance information. Adhering to this template ensures that bidders provide all necessary details for evaluation, including contract specifics, a clear demonstration of relevance, and verifiable points of contact, which are essential for a compliant and competitive proposal.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides detailed instructions and requirements for vendors interested in attending a site visit related to "Multiple Water Well Inspection, Testing, and Reports" for the 9th Contracting Squadron at Beale Air Force Base. It outlines the process for both first-time and returning visitors to gain access to the base and attend the site visit.

• Site Visit Date and Time: 28 January 2026 at 10:00 AM Local.
• Location: 9th Contracting Office, 6500 B Street, Beale AFB, CA 95903.
• Access Requirements: Vendors must complete a multi-step process for base access, including DBIDS pre-enrollment, obtaining a QR/Alpha numeric code, providing a driver's license copy, and completing a Visitor Pass Request Form. These documents must be emailed to the Contracting Specialist and Contracting Officer by 28 January 2026, 10:00 AM PST.
• Identification: Visitors require a REAL ID or an alternative acceptable form of identification for base entry. A list of acceptable IDs is provided.
• Site Visit Agenda: Includes introductions, rules of engagement (e.g., do not stray, follow instructions, no discussions about money or future projects), and a note that questions are due in writing by 4 February 2026, 10:00 PM PST.
• Meeting Start: The meeting begins at the 9th Contracting Squadron, followed by a safety briefing and caravan to the first location.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5659, Revision No. 25) for the state of California, specifically for the counties of Sutter and Yuba. It lists occupational classifications and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits for contractors subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications, ranging from administrative support and clerical roles to health occupations, technical roles, and miscellaneous occupations.
• Wage Rates: The minimum hourly wage required for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on Health & Welfare benefits are provided, including rates for general SCA and Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage) for federal contractors, outlining requirements and minimum wage rates for 2025.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details the paid vacation and holiday entitlements for employees based on years of service and specifies a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Outlines an 8% differential for high-hazard work and a 4% differential for low-hazard work involving ordnance or explosives.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for contractors to provide uniforms or reimburse employees for their cost and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Explains the process for contractors to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal contracts in the specified geographic area. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their labor costs for proposals to ensure compliance with the Service Contract Act and related executive orders. Failure to comply can result in penalties. The document also provides information on paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and hazardous pay, which are important components of total compensation and contractor obligations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Water Well Service and Repairs at Beale AFB, CA. The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 541620, with a size standard of USD 19,000,000.00. The solicitation issue date is February 18, 2026, with an offer due date of February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.

• Comprehensive inspection and testing of multiple water supply wells at Beale AFB, CA.

• Identification of conditions and components not meeting current water well industry standards.

• Detailed report outlining findings and prioritized corrective actions.

• Optional well repair work for Well 5, including pump and/or downhole equipment.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance for Line Item 0001 and 0002: March 2, 2026, to March 1, 2027.

• Period of Performance for Option Line Item 0003: March 2, 2026, to March 1, 2027.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Acceptability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Approach will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis, not to exceed 7 pages.

• Contractor Qualifications require a California-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and a California-licensed C-57 Well Drilling Contractor.

• Past Performance will be evaluated as acceptable or unacceptable.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, completeness, and accuracy.

• The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation is most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered, using a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to Service Contract Labor Standards, Representations and Certifications, and Buy American provisions.

• Attachment 1 is the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Water Well services.

• Attachment 2 is the Wage Determination for Yuba 2015-5659 Rev 25.

• Attachment 3 is a PP Summary Sheet (Supporting Technical Documentation).

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

To conduct a comprehensive inspection and testing of seven groundwater wells at Beale Air Force Base (AFB), five of which are legacy wells, to assess their current condition and develop a strategic plan for future repair, modernization, and maintenance.

• Provide personnel, design, labor, supervision, transportation, materials, testing, analysis, reports, permits, and equipment for well inspection and testing.

• Perform comprehensive well assessments, including detailed inspections and testing of physical and operational conditions.

• Conduct standards compliance reviews to identify non-compliant conditions.

• Deliver a corrective action report with prioritized recommendations.

• Ensure all work adheres to applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

• Coordinate all activities with the 9th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) water shop personnel.

• Includes an optional contract for repair of deficiencies with the pump and/or downhole equipment for Well 5.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain a quality control program, submitting the plan within 30 days of award.

• Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) in Technical Exhibit 1 outlines specific performance objectives, with a threshold of 100% compliance for all objectives.

• Work will be performed in the well fields located west of the flightline at Beale AFB and north of North Beale Road.

• A limited operations period from November 1 to May 1 restricts ground disturbing activities and off-road access.

• Personnel qualifications: Inspection and testing must be supervised by a California licensed professional engineer with at least 5 years of experience in well design, construction, and repair. Well repairs must be performed by a California licensed C-57 well drilling contractor.

• Physical Security: Contractor is responsible for safeguarding government equipment, information, and property.

• Disposal: Coordinate with 9CES Environmental staff for proper disposal of materials, including hazardous waste and recycling.

• Health and Safety: Contractor is responsible for protecting personnel, preventing damage, and complying with OSHA and other safety regulations.

• Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: Contractor agrees to attend meetings to review performance.

• Data Rights: Government has unlimited rights to all documents and materials produced under the contract.

• Organizational Conflict of Interest: Contractor must notify the Contracting Officer of any potential OCI.

• Applicable Publications: Contractor must abide by specified UFGS, AWWA, ASTM standards, and California regulations.