Y--NGWSP BLOCK 2-3 PIPELINE
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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 Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Regional Office is soliciting bids for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project (NGWSP) Block 2-3 Pipeline construction. This Fixed Price Contract with Economic Price Adjustment is estimated between $100 million and $150 million. The project involves constructing approximately 11.9 miles of buried water transmission pipe and two 0.3 million-gallon storage tanks in San Juan County, New Mexico. Offers are due June 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.
Scope of Work
This project encompasses the construction of the Block 2-3 Pipeline, a critical component of the NGWSP. Key deliverables include:
- Installation of approximately 6.0 miles of 42-inch diameter and 5.9 miles of 48-inch diameter buried water transmission pipe.
- Construction of two 0.3 million-gallon ground level storage tanks, including associated yard work and access roads.
- Development of various crossings: wash, bored, road, and utility crossings.
- Installation of precast manhole structures, concrete thrust collars, tapers, encased miter bends, buried manholes, valves, air valves, and blowoffs.
- Implementation of erosion control measures and cathodic protection systems.
- Integration of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) equipment and fiber optic cabling.
- Connection of the Block 2-3 pipeline to Pumping Plant One (1) and the Block 2-3 Horizontal Direction Drill (HDD) Pipeline.
- Extensive environmental compliance, cultural resource preservation, and adherence to Right-of-Way (ROW) restrictions.
- Detailed submittal requirements, including a Contractor Quality Control (QC) Plan.
Contract Details
- Type: Fixed Price Contract with Economic Price Adjustment for Fuel (Gas & Diesel) and Steel.
- Estimated Value: $100,000,000 - $150,000,000.
- Period of Performance: 675 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with an absolute completion date no later than September 15, 2028. Performance must begin within 21 calendar days of award.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 21 calendar days after award.
- Taxes: New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax and Navajo Nation Tax will be reimbursed.
- Wage Rates: Prevailing wage rates for Heavy and Building Construction in San Juan County, NM, apply.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: June 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.
- Bid Opening: June 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT at the Four Corners Construction Office, Farmington, NM.
- Government Acceptance: Offers must allow for at least 60 calendar days for Government acceptance.
- Award Basis: Award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced, compliant bid, which will be evaluated for balanced, fair, and reasonable pricing.
- Site Visit: A pre-bid site visit was held on April 22, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a Full and Open Competition with Indian Preference requirements. Minimum subcontracting goals are established: Small Businesses (45.87%), Small Disadvantage Businesses (5%), Woman-owned Small Businesses (5%), HubZone Small Businesses (3%), and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business (5%). A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is required.
Additional Notes
Clarifications from Q&A include adherence to Buy American, specific pipe material allowances, prohibition of "weld after backfill" techniques, and details on tank construction. Geotechnical reports are available for review.