MEVE 317500, Replace Morefield Waterlines, Mesa Ve
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Interior, National Park Service has issued a Small Business Set Aside solicitation for the "Replace Morefield Waterlines" project at Mesa Verde National Park, CO. This project involves replacing domestic water storage tanks and approximately 3.3 miles of water distribution pipes. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00. Proposals are due February 12, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The project requires the replacement of domestic water storage tanks at Chapin Mesa and water distribution pipes serving Morefield Campground and Wetherill Mesa. Key tasks include:
- Demolition of existing infrastructure.
- Pipeline construction using both directional drilling and trenched installation methods.
- Commissioning of new systems.
- Final cleanup. Work must adhere to detailed specifications and drawings, including specific plans for water line alignment, erosion control, and environmental protection for sensitive vegetation. A geotechnical investigation report provides critical information on subsurface conditions.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Small Business Set Aside
- NAICS Code: 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction)
- Size Standard: $45 million
- Period of Performance: March 2, 2026, to August 31, 2027 (547 calendar days after notice to proceed).
- Liquidated Damages: $741.00 per calendar day for delays.
- Funding: Currently an unfunded requirement with a high expectation of funds becoming available.
- Bonds: Performance, Payment, and Bid Bonds are required.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Deadline: February 12, 2026, by 12:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.
- Evaluation: Best Value Tradeoff Process, considering technical factors, past performance, and price.
- Required Submissions: A comprehensive Proposal Submission Package including a Technical Volume (Experience, Subcontractor References, Key Personnel, Past Performance Questionnaire) and a Business & Price Volume (SF 24 Bid Bond, Contract Price Schedule, General References, Proposed Equals, Hazardous Materials Identification, Small Business Subcontracting Plan).
- Compliance: Bidders must use prevailing wage rates as per the provided Wage Determination and account for all Federal, State, and Local taxes.
Additional Notes
A pre-proposal site visit was held on December 10, 2025, prior to the solicitation release.