Pojoaque Basin Regional Water System Phase II Desi
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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, is soliciting proposals for the Pojoaque Basin Regional Water System (PBRWS) Phase II Design-Build project. This two-phase acquisition seeks a progressive Design-Build solution to deliver 4,000 acre-feet of water per year to the Pojoaque Basin, New Mexico. The estimated value for Phase II Construction is $280 million. Phase One Qualifications are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the design and construction of critical water infrastructure, including approximately 40 miles of pipeline across three phases (P2S1, P2S2, P2S3), new pump stations, and tanks. The contractor will integrate Phase 2 into existing Phase 1 infrastructure, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and tribal regulations. Key deliverables include:
- Design Phase: Utilize existing designs, incorporate value engineering, and prepare designs to 90% completion to develop a firm-fixed price proposal. This phase includes 180 days for stakeholder facilitation and 90% design review.
- Construction Phase: Complete 100% design and construction, including testing, startup, and commissioning. This phase is estimated for 1,120 days.
- Post-Construction Phase: Complete demonstration testing, extended demonstration testing, operator training, and provide 6 months of technical support.
- Development of a firm-fixed price proposal for the construction phase and implementation of an effective safety program.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Progressive Design-Build, with a contemplated Firm Fixed Price construction contract.
- Estimated Value: $280,000,000 for Phase II Construction.
- Period of Performance: September 18, 2026, to April 10, 2030.
- Set-Aside: Full and open competition; no set-aside. Small Business Participation is a key factor in Phase Two evaluation.
- NAICS Code: 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (Size Standard: $45 million).
- PSC Code: Y1NE - Construction Of Water Supply Facilities.
- Phase One Qualifications Due: Friday, May 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Phase One Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) Due: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Phase Two Proposal Due: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST (for selected firms).
Evaluation
This is a two-phase design-build selection process.
- Phase One (Qualifications): Evaluation based on technical factors including General Technical Approach, Technical Qualifications (evidence of up to three projects completed in the last 10 years), Project Team Organization and Key Personnel, and Past Performance.
- Phase Two (Technical and Price Proposals): For the three most highly qualified firms from Phase One. Evaluation will consider Technical (Design Concept, Technical Approach, Small Business Participation and Teaming Agreements) and Price. Technical factors combined are significantly more important than Price.
Additional Notes
The project is located approximately 15 miles north of Santa Fe, New Mexico, extending onto lands of Nambe Pueblo, Pojoaque Pueblo, Tesuque Pueblo, and Santa Fe County. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. Inquiries should be directed to Mary B. Maestas (mary_maestas@ios.doi.gov).