Yuma, Arizona and El Centro, California Sectors-TI Maintenance Solicitation

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for contractor services to perform maintenance, repair, and improvement services for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Tactical Infrastructure (TI) assets in the Yuma and El Centro Sectors.

The contractor will be responsible for maintaining TI assets, including:

• Roads and bridges (including boat ramps and floating boat slips)
• Fences and gates (including concertina/razor wire)
• Vegetation control
• Debris removal
• Border lighting and electrical systems
• Drainage and grate systems
• Tunnel remediation
• TI attributes such as shelters and generators

Services are divided into two tiers: Scheduled Maintenance and Unscheduled Maintenance. Unscheduled maintenance activities that exceed $750,000.00 will not be executed under this contract. Specific performance standards and reporting requirements are detailed throughout the document, including daily progress reports, weekly status updates, and adherence to safety and quality control plans.

The contract includes a base period of one year and four one-year option periods. Performance will occur in the Yuma Sector (Yuma, Arizona) and El Centro Sector (El Centro, California).

• The contractor must provide qualified personnel and adhere to specific labor standards (Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act).
• A Safety Plan and Quality Control Plan are required.
• Background investigations (BI) are mandatory for personnel accessing the ILSS Maximo system.
• The contractor must maintain an office within each sector.
• All work must comply with applicable Federal, State, local, and Tribal laws and regulations, including environmental compliance.
• The contractor is responsible for site clean-up of all debris and trash generated by the work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a unit price bid sheet for the Yuma Sector, intended for use in FY26. It provides itemized pricing lists for labor, materials, and equipment, which bidders will use to submit their pricing proposals.

• Mob-Demob Sheet: Details mobilization and demobilization zones, coordinates, reference points, and distances.
• Labor Sheet: Itemizes pricing for various labor CLINs (Fences and Gates, Roads and Bridges, Drainage and Grates, Lighting and Electrical, Vegetation Control and Debris Removal, Pest Control and Dead Animal Carcass Removal). It includes routine, urgent, and after-hours rates, crew compositions, and overtime rates.
• Materials Sheet: Lists materials required for all CLINs, categorized by use (Barrier, Drainage, Electrical, Erosion, Fence, Form, Gate Opener, Hardware, Marking, Materials, Plumbing, Vegetation). Specific items include barriers, culvert pipes, electrical components, fencing materials, concrete, aggregates, and plumbing supplies.
• Equipment Sheet: Provides hourly, daily, and monthly rates for various equipment used across all CLINs, such as trailers, trucks, excavators, dozers, and specialized equipment for electrical and fencing work.
• Work Activity Report Form: A template for reporting work activities, including details on work description, scope, standards, duration, access, environmental considerations, and cost breakdowns (estimated vs. actual).
• Work Order Form: A form likely used for tracking and authorizing specific work orders.

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the specific labor, materials, and equipment costs that need to be priced. It provides the structure for submitting a comprehensive and accurate bid. Bidders must carefully review each section to understand the full scope of potential costs associated with fulfilling the contract requirements in the Yuma Sector.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form for scheduled work related to the Yuma Sector (YUM) opportunity. It requires offerors to complete pricing information for the Base Period and four Option Periods.

• Instructions: Offerors must fill in cells highlighted in yellow on the Base Period, Option Period 1, Option Period 2, Option Period 3, and Option Period 4 sheets.
• Pricing: Offerors need to propose a coefficient price for rows 11-17 and a coefficient percentage on the Summary sheet.
• Cost Breakdown: The form includes sections for Scheduled Maintenance (FFP), Unscheduled Maintenance, Scheduled Maintenance Co-Efficient, Unscheduled Maintenance Co-Efficient, Program Management Costs, and Total Estimated Cost for each period.
• Period of Performance: The contract spans from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, covering a Base Period and four Option Periods.

This form is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposals for the YUM opportunity. It details the structure for submitting cost proposals, including specific line items for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and requires the offeror to propose coefficients and percentages that will impact the total evaluated price. Bidders must pay close attention to the highlighted cells and the required coefficient submissions to ensure their bid is complete and compliant.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form for scheduled work related to the El Centro Sector (ELC) for Fiscal Year 2026. It requires offerors to complete specific sheets for the Base Period and four Option Periods.

• Instructions: Offerors must fill in cells highlighted in YELLOW for the Base Period through Option Period 4. This includes proposing a co-efficient price (Rows 11-17) and its percentage on the Summary sheet.
• Summary Sheet: This sheet details the estimated costs for Unscheduled Maintenance (ELC) across the Base Period (04/01/26 - 03/31/27) through Option Period 4 (04/01/30 - 03/31/2031). The total estimated cost for Unscheduled Maintenance over these periods is $22,714,712.97. Scheduled Maintenance (ELC) is listed as $0.0 for all periods.
• Period Sheets (BASE, OPT 1, OPT 2, OPT 3, OPT 4): These sheets break down scheduled maintenance tasks by category (e.g., F&G, L&E, D&G) and include descriptions of services, quantity of assets, and cost details. However, all cost-related fields for scheduled maintenance in these sheets are currently populated with $0.0.
• Co-Efficient Factors: The form includes sections for proposing co-efficient factors for Overhead, G&A, Bond Rate, Fee, and Use Tax.

This form is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and pricing requirements for the El Centro Sector (ELC) scheduled work. Bidders must accurately complete the highlighted sections, propose co-efficient pricing, and ensure their submissions align with the provided structure. The current $0.0 values for scheduled maintenance in the period sheets may require clarification or indicate that these costs are to be determined or are covered elsewhere.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains blank bid sheets for unit pricing related to the ELC (El Centro) Sector for Fiscal Year 2026. It is intended for bidders to fill in their proposed pricing for various labor, travel, equipment, and material costs.

• Service Delivery Summaries (Sheets 21-30): These sheets appear to be templates for detailing specific work activities, including descriptions, objectives, locations, and contact information. However, most fields are marked as '#REF!' indicating they are placeholders or not populated.
• Mob-Demob Sheet: Provides a breakdown of mobilization/demobilization distances and geo-references for different zones within the El Centro Sector.
• Labor Sheet: Itemizes labor pricing lists for different CLINs (Fences and Gates, Roads and Bridges, Drainage and Grates, Lighting and Electrical, Vegetation Control and Debris Removal). It details crew compositions, unit rates, and overtime rates for routine and urgent work.
• Materials Sheet: Lists various materials categorized by their use (e.g., Barrier, Drainage, Electrical, Fencing, Aggregates, Concrete). Specific items, descriptions, units of measure, and intended use are provided.
• Equipment Sheet: Itemizes equipment available for use, including descriptions, intended use, and rates (per hour, day, month).
• Work Activity Report Form: A template for reporting on specific work activities, including sections for work description, performance, access, environmental considerations, and cost tracking.

Bidders must use these sheets to provide detailed pricing for their proposals. The Labor, Materials, and Equipment sheets are particularly important for understanding the cost structure and components required for fulfilling the contract requirements. The Mob-Demob sheet provides logistical cost considerations. The blank Service Delivery Summaries and Work Activity Report Form indicate the expected format for future reporting or task detailing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Notional Work Plan detailing specific tasks, their descriptions, quantities, asset objectives, work categories, locations, and associated coordinates for maintenance activities. It serves as a planning tool to outline the scope of work for potential bidders.

• Task Descriptions: Detailed explanations of required maintenance tasks, including vegetation control, road maintenance, and gate maintenance.
• Quantities: Specific metrics for each task (e.g., miles, acres, units).
• Asset Objectives: The intended outcome or purpose of each task (e.g., maintain clear line of site, maintain safe roadway).
• Work Categories: Classification of tasks (e.g., V&DR - Vegetation & Debris Removal, R&B - Roads & Bridges, F&G - Fence & Gates).
• Location Coordinates: GPS coordinates for the start and end points of each task.
• Locations: Specific geographical areas where the work is to be performed (e.g., El Centro, CA; Yuma, AZ).

This plan provides potential bidders with a clear understanding of the specific maintenance tasks, their scope, and geographical locations. It outlines the types of work required, such as vegetation control along 21 miles, mowing 12 acres, road maintenance on specific routes, and gate maintenance. The detailed task descriptions and objectives help bidders assess their capabilities and resources needed to fulfill these requirements, aiding in proposal preparation and bid decision-making.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 70B01C26R00000018) for commercial products and services. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (DHS) is issuing this solicitation.

The solicitation includes a "Schedule of Supplies/Services" which details "YUM Maintenance Base" and "ELC Maintenance Base" for PM, Scheduled, and Unscheduled services. Specific quantities are listed as 1.000 EA for each item.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price/Fixed Unit Price hybrid contract with a Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount.

• Period of Performance: A base year with four 12-month option periods.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but "Total Funded Value of Award" is listed as $0.00 in the Schedule of Supplies/Services.

• Offer Due Date: March 4, 2026, at 11:30 AM EST.

• Evaluation Factors: The award will be based on a "best value trade off" evaluation. The factors are:

  • Factor 1: Experience (Corporate Interview Questionnaire, limited to 4 pages)
  • Factor 2: Written Proposal for Management Approach (limited to 15 pages)
  • Factor 3: Written Proposal for Technical Capabilities (limited to 25 pages)
  • Factor 4: Price

• Relative Importance: Factors 1-3 combined are significantly more important than Price (Factor 4). Factor 2 is more important than Factor 3, and Factor 3 is more important than Factor 1.

• Proposal Submission: Offers must be signed and dated and submitted by the due date. Specific instructions for submission are detailed in Section III.

• Set Aside: This acquisition is 100% set aside for 8(a) small businesses.

• The document includes numerous FAR and HSAR clauses and provisions covering various aspects of the contract, including definitions, contract terms, security procedures, and evaluation criteria.

• Key personnel required include a Senior Program Manager, QC/Safety Manager, and Analyst.

• Delivery to: Customs and Border Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20229. Delivery dates are TBD.

Amendment / Modification

• The phase 2 proposal due date has been extended to March 4, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET.

• An updated Statement of Work (SOW), Request for Proposal (RFP), and the most up-to-date attachments are being provided.

• Proposal due date

• Statement of Work (SOW)

• Request for Proposal (RFP)

• Attachments

• Bidders must submit their phase 2 proposals by the new deadline of March 4, 2026, 11:30 AM ET.

• Bidders should review the updated SOW, RFP, and attachments for any changes to requirements or submission instructions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 03) modifies solicitation 70B01C25R00000096.

• The proposal due date has been extended to February 20, 2026, 5 pm ET. This extension is in effect until phase 1 evaluations are completed.

• A new proposal due date will be established and communicated once phase 1 evaluations are finalized and notifications are sent.

• Proposal due date and submission timeline.

• Bidders are granted an extended deadline for proposal submission.

• Bidders should monitor for further communication regarding the final proposal due date after phase 1 evaluations.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation No. 70B01C26R00000018 (SF 1449), as amended, for TI Maintenance in Yuma and El Centro sectors.

• Sand Removal Scope: Quantities for sand relocation in the C1 Sand Dunes area will be managed via Fixed Price, Fixed Unit Price task orders, with adjustments based on actual field conditions not explicitly detailed.
• Staffing: All maintenance teams must consist of at least two people.
• Local Office: Contractors must have an office within each sector's Area of Responsibility (AOR) and provide the address; home-based arrangements are not permitted.
• Water Supply: Contractors are responsible for locating water sources and developing agreements; flow rates from CBP-owned wells are not available.
• Night/Overnight Work: Urgent work is expected to be performed 24/7.
• Government-Furnished Materials: The Contractor should plan on providing all materials, as Government-provided materials are dependent on the requirement.
• Bonding Requirements: Bonding capability will be required, with evidence needed after award. Specific bid guarantee percentage and dollar cap are not yet defined.
• Corporate Experience (Factor 1): Performance must be by the Quoter as the Prime Contractor within the last eight years; parent/affiliate/sister company performance is not accepted. The Corporate Questionnaire is limited to 4 pages and was provided by the Contracting Officer.
• Office Space (Factor 3): There is no specific definition for "office" space; contractors will determine requirements based on the SOW. Space must be established post-award.
• Key Personnel Resumes: Resumes for Key Personnel do not count towards the 15-page limit for Factor 2.
• Escorts: Government-provided escorts are not required for contractor access.
• Security Clearance: Vetting normally takes less than three weeks; Background Investigations (BI) can take up to one year.
• Contract Duration: The contract is structured as base plus 4 option years (12 months each), with a total duration cap of 54 months.
• Visual Aids: Displays and visuals are acceptable during the 60-minute Phase 1 interview.
• Construction Clauses: Applicable construction clauses and Davis Bacon Wage Rates will be required for construction-related task orders.
• Unscheduled Work Budget: The $750,000 budget is the limit for Unscheduled Work.

Several clarifications impact proposal preparation, including office location requirements, staffing, material provisioning, and evaluation criteria for corporate experience. The RFP and associated documents should be reviewed for any potential conflicts, and specific details regarding bonding and invoicing will be provided post-award.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Corporate Interview Questionnaire for potential offerors. It outlines specific information required for the interview, focusing on past performance, organizational capabilities, and risk assessment related to maintenance requirements.

Offerors must prepare to discuss:

• Past Performance: Within the last 8 years, detailing relevant experience (similar size, scope, complexity), lessons learned, best practices, and innovations in maintenance execution.
• Organizational Approach: Describing their organizational structure, approach, and key personnel qualifications for executing the RFP requirements.
• Self-Performance Capability: Detailing their capability and intent to self-perform work across specific categories, including roads and bridges, fences and gates, vegetation control, debris removal, border lighting and electrical, drainage and grate systems, tunnel remediation, and TI attributes (shelters, generators).
• Quality Control & Safety: Outlining their quality control and safety programs.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying risks for both the Government and the Offeror, and proposing strategies for successful execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled 'Contractor Notional Work Plan', outlines specific tasks and their associated details for potential maintenance and repair work. It serves as a planning tool and provides a breakdown of notional work items, including descriptions, quantities, objectives, work categories, and geographical locations.

• Task Breakdown: Details six distinct tasks:
  • Task 1: ELC IBR V&D - Vegetation control (21 miles), debris removal (50 tons), and inspections.
  • Task 2: Alamo - Vegetation control (12 acres) and debris removal (50 tons) in rough terrain.
  • Task 3: Blowouts/erosion adding material - Road maintenance (2 miles) including watering, grading, pothole filling (300 tons), and compaction.
  • Task 4: Mount Signal TI Roads - Road maintenance (approx. 4 miles) including watering, grading, and compaction.
  • Task 5: New River Gate Maintenance - Maintenance of 6 pulley gate panels, including hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical components, plus 50 tons of debris removal.
  • Task 6: C1 Sand Dunes - Border road maintenance, clearing sand (20' swath), and relocating 500 tons of sand.
• Locations: Tasks are geographically located in El Centro, CA; Calexico, CA; and Yuma, AZ.
• Work Categories: Includes Vegetation/Debris (V&DR), Roads and Bridges (R&B), and Fence and Gates (F&G).
• Asset Objectives: Primarily focused on maintaining clear lines of sight, accessibility, safe roadways, and gate functionality for Border Patrol (BP) operations.
• GPS Coordinates: Provided for the start and end points of each task.

This document provides a detailed, task-level view of the potential work scope, including specific activities, quantities, locations, and objectives. Bidders can use this information to understand the nature and extent of the services required, assess their capabilities, and begin developing preliminary cost and resource estimates for proposals.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 02) modifies Solicitation 70B01R26R00000018.

Key changes include:

• Reference to an attached Questions & Answers (Q&A) Document.

• Reference to an attached revised and updated Notional Work Plan.

• Extension of the due date for the corporate questionnaire to Monday, February 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET. A copy of the questionnaire is also attached.

• The due date for the corporate questionnaire has been modified.

• New attachments (Q&A Document, revised Notional Work Plan, corporate questionnaire) are referenced.

• The deadline for submitting the corporate questionnaire has been extended to February 2, 2026.

• Bidders are instructed to thoroughly review all the latest RFP documents and the Q&A document.

Other / Unclassified

This document, "TIDS V.6 Summary of Changes, April 2025," details miscellaneous typo and clarification edits, and reference updates made to the Tactical Infrastructure Design Standards Version 6 (TIDS V.6).

• Page v: Updated disclaimer language and design reference.
• Chapter 1: Updates to requirements for Patrol Roads, Maintenance Roads, Concrete Pavement Sections, Road Cross Section Design Standards, Foreslope & Backslope, USIBWC Floodplain & General Drainage, Low Water Crossings, Culvert Grates & Construction, Roadside Drainage, and Erosion Control.
• Chapter 2: Clarifications to Wall Design Standards and added requirements for Waterborne Barriers.
• Chapter 3: Updated requirements for Automated/Motorized Gate Types and Design Criteria, and Drainage Swing Gate Design Standards.
• Chapter 4: Updates to requirements for Lighting (Luminaires & IR Illuminators, Lighting Levels, Pole Mounted Lights, Gate Mounted Lights, Light Pole Design Criteria, Lighting Controls, Lighting Power Distribution), General Fiber Requirements, Camera Requirements, Shelters, and Persistent Surveillance Towers.
• Chapter 5: Updated requirements for Enforcement Zone Types and Design Criteria.

This document is an administrative update and summary of changes to the Tactical Infrastructure Design Standards. It is relevant for bidders to understand the most current version of the design standards that will be applied to any related opportunities. It highlights specific sections and paragraphs that have been modified, providing a quick reference for changes in requirements related to roads, walls, gates, lighting, and enforcement zones.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for maintenance, repair, and improvement services for Tactical Infrastructure (TI) assets within the Yuma and El Centro Sectors of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

The contractor will provide services for various TI assets, including:

• Roads and bridges (including boat ramps and floating boat slips)
• Fences and gates (including concertina/razor wire)
• Vegetation control and debris removal
• Border lighting and electrical systems
• Drainage and grate systems
• Tunnel remediation
• TI attributes such as shelters and generators

Services include both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Unscheduled maintenance exceeding $750,000.00 per activity will not be executed under this contract. Architectural and Engineering (AE) services and security cameras/associated technology are excluded.

The contract has a base period of one year, with four one-year option periods. Performance will be in the Yuma Sector (Yuma, Arizona) and El Centro Sector (El Centro, California).

• The contractor must provide qualified personnel and technical expertise.
• All work must be performed by properly trained and/or certified personnel.
• Contractor-owned equipment rates cannot exceed local rental rates.
• The contractor must adhere to all applicable federal, state, local, and tribal laws and regulations.
• Security screening, including background investigations, is required for all personnel.
• The contractor must develop and maintain a Safety Plan and a Quality Control Plan.
• The contractor will utilize the ILSS Maximo web-based work management system for planning, scheduling, executing, and reporting.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines a notional work plan detailing various tasks related to border infrastructure maintenance and vegetation control. It serves as a reference for potential bidders to understand the scope and nature of work required.

• Task 1: ELC IBR V&D

  • Description: Quarterly vegetation control along approximately 21 miles of the Integrated Border Route (IBR), including mowing, vine removal, debris collection, and inspections for fence breaches, grounding wires, sinkholes, etc.
  • Objective: Maintain clear line of sight and accessibility for agents.
  • Location: El Centro, CA
  • Work Category: Vegetation & Debris Removal (V&DR)

• Task 2: Alamo

  • Description: Vegetation control and mowing of approximately 12 acres, focusing on cane and grass areas along the river's edge, in rough terrain.
  • Objective: Maintain clear line of sight and accessibility for agents.
  • Location: El Centro, CA
  • Work Category: Vegetation & Debris Removal (V&DR)

• Task 3: Blowouts/erosion adding material if required

  • Description: Maintenance of TI, FC-3 roads in El Centro, CA, involving watering, compacting, and blading native material for traffic facilitation and drainage.
  • Objective: Maintain safe and reliable roadway for Border Patrol (BP) operations.
  • Location: El Centro, CA
  • Work Category: Roads and Bridges (R&B)

• Task 4: Mount Signal TI Roads

  • Description: Maintenance of Mount Signal TI Road (approx. 4 miles) in El Centro, CA, for traffic and drainage, including watering, compacting, and blading native material.
  • Objective: Maintain safe and reliable roadway for BP operations.
  • Location: El Centro, CA
  • Work Category: Roads and Bridges (R&B)

• Task 5: New River Gate Maintenance

  • Description: Maintenance of New River gates in El Centro, CA, including checking hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical components of 6 pulley gate panels.
  • Objective: Maintain safe gates for BP operations.
  • Location: Calexico, CA
  • Work Category: Fence and Gates (F&G)

• Task 6: C1 Sand Dunes

  • Description: Clearing sand along the IBR in Buttercup Sand Dunes, Yuma, AZ, in a 20' swath to allow safe 4x4 vehicle traffic for BP agents.
  • Objective: Maintain safe IBR travel for BP operations.
  • Location: Yuma, AZ
  • Work Category: Roads and Bridges (R&B)

This document provides detailed descriptions of specific tasks, including scope, objectives, locations, and work categories. Bidders can use this information to assess their capabilities and interest in performing these types of maintenance and control services.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form for "PMO Scheduled Work Bid Form YUM FY26" and provides a template for offerors to submit pricing for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services for the Yuma Sector (YUM) over a five-year period (Base Period through Option Period 4).

• Instructions: Offerors must complete cells highlighted in yellow on the Base Period, Option Period 1, Option Period 2, Option Period 3, and Option Period 4 sheets.
• Pricing Structure: Bidders need to propose a co-efficient price for rows 11-17 and a co-efficient percentage on the Summary sheet.
• Cost Breakdown: The form includes sections for Scheduled Maintenance (FFP), Unscheduled Maintenance, Scheduled Maintenance Co-Efficient, Unscheduled Maintenance Co-Efficient, and Program Management Costs.
• Period of Performance: The pricing covers the Base Period (04/01/26 - 03/31/27) through Option Period 4 (04/01/30 - 03/31/2031).
• Detailed Service Breakdown: Sheets for each period (BASE, OPT Period 1, OPT Period 2, OPT Period 3, OPT Period 4) list specific maintenance tasks for categories such as F&G (Gates), R&B (Bridges), and L&E (Lighting), including descriptions, quantities, and cost components (Labor, Equipment, Material, ODC).

This form is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and provide their pricing for the Yuma Sector maintenance services. It details the specific services to be priced, the contract periods, and the required format for submitting financial proposals. Bidders must carefully complete this form to ensure their bid is compliant and accurately reflects their proposed costs for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including any co-efficients.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form (xlsx) for the El Centro Sector (ELC) Scheduled Work for the Base Period and four Option Periods (FY26-FY31). It requires bidders to complete highlighted yellow cells, propose coefficient prices for rows 11-17, and enter a coefficient percentage on the Summary sheet.

• Instructions Sheet: Details how to complete the bid form, emphasizing the need to fill in highlighted cells for each period (Base, Option 1-4) and propose coefficient prices and percentages.
• Summary Sheet: Provides a breakdown of costs for Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance, including a Total Estimated Cost for each period and overall. It also includes fields for Co-Efficient Factor percentages and a summary of Co-Efficient Values (Overhead, G&A, Bond Rate, Fee, Use Tax).
• Period Sheets (Base, OPT 1, OPT 2, OPT 3, OPT 4): Detail specific scheduled maintenance tasks for various categories (e.g., F&G, L&E, D&G) with descriptions, quantities, and cost breakdowns (Labor, Equipment, Material/ODC). For this specific document, the 'Scheduled Subtotal' for all periods is listed as 0.0, and the 'Total Cost*' and 'Cost/Event*' are also 0.0, indicating that the primary cost driver is likely Unscheduled Maintenance as detailed on the Summary sheet.

This form is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposals. Bidders must carefully fill out the required fields, especially the coefficient prices and percentages, as these will contribute to the Total Estimated Cost. The breakdown of services and costs per period provides insight into the expected work and financial structure of the contract. Bidders need to ensure their proposed costs align with the requirements outlined in the referenced SOW sections (C.4.1, C.5.1, C.5.4).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 70B01C26R00000018) issued by DHS - Customs & Border Protection for maintenance services. The specific services include YUM Maintenance Base and ELC Maintenance Base, with different types of maintenance (PM, Scheduled, Unscheduled).

• YUM Maintenance Base - PM

• YUM Maintenance Base - Scheduled

• YUM Maintenance Base - Unscheduled

• ELC Maintenance Base - PM

• ELC Maintenance Base - Scheduled

• ELC Maintenance Base - Unscheduled

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price/Fixed Unit Price hybrid contract with a Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount.

• Term of Contract: 5 years (1 base year and 4 one-year option periods).

• The document references a "Revolutionary FAR Overhaul" and states that any applicable updates will be incorporated without price adjustment.

• Offer Due Date: February 16, 2026, 9 AM EST.

• Evaluation will be based on a "best value trade off" approach.

• Evaluation factors include: Experience, Management Approach, Technical Capabilities, and Price.

• A Corporate Interview Questionnaire is required for Phase 1, with an advisory down-select to determine participation in Phase 2.

• Phase 2 will involve a written proposal, including a Notional Work Plan and Work Estimate Forms.

• Proposals are page-limited for certain sections.

• The acquisition is set aside for 8(a) small businesses.

• The Contracting Officer is Kevin Sarff.

• The Contract Officer Representative (COR) is Joseph Lawson.

• Payment will be made via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies solicitation 70B01C26R00000018. Key changes include:

• Questions Due Date: All questions for solicitation 70B01C26R00000018 are now due by January 28, 2026, 5 PM ET.

• Corporate Questionnaires Due Date: All Corporate Questionnaires are due by January 30, 2026, 1 PM ET.

• Period of Performance: The period of performance has been extended to 5 years, consisting of a base year and four one-year options.

• Proposal Due Date: The final proposal due date has been extended to February 16, 2026, 9 AM ET, contingent on reaching the final phase of the solicitation process.

• New Attachment: The "TI Design Standards Document" has been added.

• The period of performance has been updated.

• The final proposal due date has been extended.

• The "TI Design Standards Document" is a new addition.

• The deadline for submitting questions has been clarified.

• The deadline for submitting Corporate Questionnaires has been clarified.

• The final proposal submission deadline has been extended.

• Bidders must now incorporate the newly added "TI Design Standards Document" into their proposals.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for prevailing wages in Imperial County, California. It lists various construction trades and their corresponding wage rates and fringe benefits, updated through multiple modifications up to December 12, 2025. The document specifies construction types including Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), and Highway.

This document is crucial for bidders on construction opportunities in Imperial County, California, as it establishes the minimum prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must consult this document to ensure their cost proposals and labor practices comply with federal requirements, preventing potential bid disqualifications or post-award issues.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form for "Scheduled Work Bid" for the Yuma Sector (YUM) for Fiscal Year 2026. It requires offerors to complete highlighted yellow cells in the Base Period, Option Period 1, Option Period 2, and Option Period 3 sheets. Offerors must also propose a coefficient price and percentage on the Summary sheet.

• Instructions Sheet: Details how to fill out the bid form, emphasizing the use of yellow-highlighted cells and the proposal of coefficient prices and percentages.
• Summary Sheet: Provides a breakdown of costs for Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance across Base Period (04/01/26 - 03/31/27) through Option Period 3 (04/01/29 - 03/31/30). It includes subtotals, coefficient costs, and total estimated costs. The total estimated cost for all periods is $17,138,926.38.
• Period Sheets (Base, Opt Period 1, Opt Period 2, Opt Period 3): Detail specific scheduled maintenance tasks, including categories like Fencing & Gates (F&G), Roads & Bridges (R&B), Lighting & Electrical (L&E), and Vehicle & Debris control (V&D). For each task, it lists descriptions, quantities, event counts, durations, and cost breakdowns (Labor, Equipment, Material, ODC). Notably, all listed scheduled maintenance tasks show a total cost of $0.0 for each period.

This form is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and pricing requirements for the YUM opportunity. Bidders must use this form to submit their pricing proposals, including proposed coefficient prices and percentages. The detailed breakdown of scheduled maintenance tasks, even with $0.0 costs listed in the provided sheets, indicates the types of services expected and should be reviewed in conjunction with the Statement of Work (SOW) for comprehensive understanding.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid form for scheduled work related to the El Centro Sector (ELC) for Fiscal Year 2026. It requires offerors to complete specific sheets for the Base Period and three Option Periods.

• Instructions: Offerors must complete cells highlighted in YELLOW on the Base Period, Option Period 1, Option Period 2, and Option Period 3 sheets.
• Pricing: Offerors must propose a coefficient price for rows 11-17 and a coefficient percentage on the Summary sheet. Scheduled amounts will automatically transfer to the summary for total evaluated price.
• Sheets: Includes detailed breakdowns for the Base Period, Option 1, Option 2, and Option 3, covering categories such as Fixed & Gates (F&G), Road & Border Maintenance (R&B), Water Well Maintenance (L&E), and Vegetation & Debris Control (V&D).
• Summary Sheet: Provides a summary of costs for Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance, including subtotals and total estimated costs for each period. It also includes fields for Co-Efficient Factor, Overhead, G&A, Bond Rate, Fee, and Use Tax.

This form is critical for bidders to accurately propose pricing for the El Centro Sector maintenance services across multiple contract periods. It outlines the specific data entry requirements and the structure for calculating the total evaluated price, including the application of coefficients and other cost factors.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a unit price bid sheet for Yuma Sector opportunities, specifically for Fiscal Year 2026. It serves as a template for bidders to provide pricing for various labor, materials, and equipment categories.

• Mob-Demob Sheet: Details mobilization and demobilization zones, coordinates, reference points, and distances.
• Labor Sheet: Itemizes pricing for different labor categories (Fences and Gates, Roads and Bridges, Drainage and Grates, Lighting and Electrical, Vegetation Control and Debris Removal, Pest Control and Dead Animal Carcass Removal). It includes routine, urgent, and after-hours rates, specifying crew composition and trades.
• Materials Sheet: Lists various materials required for different CLINs, including barriers, drainage components, electrical supplies, fencing materials, and erosion control items, with descriptions and units of measure.
• Equipment Sheet: Provides hourly, daily, and monthly rates for various equipment used in the Yuma Sector, categorized by use (e.g., Debris Removal, Electrical, Fence, Multipurpose).
• Work Activity Report Form: A template for reporting work activities, including details on work description, location, scope, standards, duration, access, environmental considerations, and cost breakdowns (estimated vs. actual).

This bid sheet is crucial for potential bidders to understand the cost structure and pricing expectations for services and materials related to the Yuma Sector. It provides the framework for submitting detailed price proposals for various labor, material, and equipment needs, including specific line items and rates for routine and urgent work. The Work Activity Report Form indicates the type of reporting required for completed work.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains blank bid sheets and pricing information for various CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) related to services in the El Centro Sector. It is intended for bidders to fill out their proposed pricing for labor, materials, and equipment.

• Service Delivery Summaries (Sheets 21-30): These sheets appear to be templates for detailing work activities, though they are largely populated with placeholder text ('#REF!') and zero values. They outline sections for work description, lead contacts, and a pricing schedule for labor, travel labor, equipment, material, mobilization, and other costs.
• Mob-Demob Sheet: Provides a breakdown of mobilization and demobilization zones with associated GPS coordinates, distances, and locations within the El Centro area.
• Labor Sheet: Itemizes labor pricing for five CLINs (Fences and Gates, Roads and Bridges, Drainage and Grates, Lighting and Electrical, Vegetation Control and Debris Removal). It details crew compositions, unit rates for routine, urgent, and after-hours work, and lists additional crew members and overtime rates.
• Materials Sheet: Lists a comprehensive catalog of materials categorized by CLIN use (e.g., Barrier, Drainage, Electrical, Fencing, Gates, Plumbing, Concrete, Soil Binder, Vegetation). It includes material names, units of measure, and intended use.
• Equipment Sheet: Provides an itemized list of equipment available for use in the El Centro Sector, with descriptions, intended use, and rates per hour, day, or month.
• Work Activity Report Form: A template for reporting on specific work activities, including sections for work description, performance, access, environmental considerations, and cost tracking (estimated vs. actual).

Bidders must use the provided Labor, Materials, and Equipment sheets to develop their pricing proposals. The Mob-Demob sheet and Work Activity Report Form provide context on the operational areas and reporting requirements. The largely blank Service Delivery Summaries and Work Activity Report Form indicate that specific details will be provided or determined during contract execution, but the pricing structures are essential for proposal submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a notional work plan and detailed work estimates for various tasks related to maintenance and vegetation control in the El Centro (ELC) and Yuma (YUM) sectors. It outlines specific tasks, required quantities, asset objectives, work categories, locations, and estimated labor, travel, equipment, materials, and mobilization/demobilization.

• Task 1 (ELC IBR V&D): Quarterly vegetation control over 21 miles, including mowing, vine removal, debris collection, and inspections. Requires equipment operators, laborers, service trucks, mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, and portable toilets.
• Task 2 (Alamo): Vegetation control and mowing of approximately 12 acres in rough terrain, focusing on cane and grass. Requires operators, laborers, service trucks, skid steers with mowers, excavators, masticators, and permits.
• Task 3 (Blowouts/erosion): Maintenance of TI, FC-3 roads (2 miles) in El Centro, including watering, compacting, and blading native material. Requires operators, service trucks, graders, water trucks, compactors, and materials like water and aggregate.
• Task 4 (Mount Signal TI Roads): Maintenance of Mount Signal TI Road (approx. 4 miles) in El Centro, similar to Task 3, focusing on watering, compacting, and blading. Requires operators, service trucks, graders, water trucks, and compactors.
• Task 5 (New River Gate Maintenance): Maintenance of 6 New River gates in El Centro, involving checks of hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical components. Requires operators, service trucks, and man lifts.
• Task 6 (C1 Sand Dunes): Clearing sand along the border road in Buttercup Sand Dunes, Yuma, AZ, over 8.5 miles to allow safe vehicle traffic. Requires operators, service trucks, excavators, dozers, tractor-box scrapers, and heavy haul transport.

This document provides detailed scope and estimated resource requirements for potential bidders to understand the nature and scale of work involved in the opportunity. It serves as a basis for developing technical proposals and pricing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination, specifically for the Service Contract Act, outlining the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in Arizona County of Yuma. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor laws when performing contract work in that geographic area.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, ranging from administrative support to technical and service occupations.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders (EO) 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage adjustments.
• Details provisions for vacation, holidays, and specific requirements for computer employees, air traffic controllers, and hazardous pay.
• Outlines the process for conforming unlisted classifications to the wage determination.

This document is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It ensures that potential contractors understand the minimum compensation and benefits they must provide to employees working on the contract in the specified area, thereby impacting the overall cost of bidding and performing the contract.

Wage Determination

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5607, Revision No. 28, provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work under the Service Contract Act in California, County of Imperial. It is issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division.

• Establishes minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative support to technical and maintenance roles.

• Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates and paid sick leave provisions under Executive Orders 13706 and 13658.

• Outlines vacation policies based on years of service.

• Lists a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.

• The wage determination is applicable to contracts subject to the Service Contract Act.

• Executive Order 13658 minimum wage rate for 2025 is $13.30 per hour (or the applicable wage rate on this determination, if higher).

• Not applicable to this document type.

• Not applicable to this document type.

• A conformance process is outlined for occupations not listed in the wage determination.

• Specific footnotes detail applicability to computer employees and provide information on night pay and Sunday pay for air traffic controllers and weather observers.

• Hazardous pay differentials (8% and 4%) are detailed for specific work conditions.

• Uniform allowance requirements are specified, including reimbursement for cleaning and maintenance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "General Decision Number" (AZ20250050) dated 12/12/2025, which supersedes AZ20240050. It provides prevailing wage rates for various construction classifications in Yuma County, Arizona, for highway construction projects. The document lists specific rates and fringes for different job roles, including power equipment operators, laborers, carpenters, electricians, ironworkers, painters, truck drivers, and welders. It also includes information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage (EO 13658) for federal contractors, along with details on how wage determinations are identified, updated, and appealed.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal or federally-assisted construction projects in Yuma County, Arizona. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects, as required by the Davis-Bacon Act and related legislation. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor standards. The inclusion of information on paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements also informs contractors of additional obligations.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for contractor services to perform maintenance, repair, and improvement of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Tactical Infrastructure (TI) assets in the Yuma and El Centro Sectors.

The contractor will be responsible for maintaining TI assets including:

• Roads and bridges (including boat ramps and floating boat slips)

• Fences and gates (including concertina/razor wire)

• Vegetation control and debris removal

• Border lighting and electrical systems

• Drainage and grate systems

• Tunnel remediation

• TI attributes such as shelters and generators

• The contract includes a base period of one (1) year and three (3) one (1) year option periods.

• Performance will take place in the Yuma Sector (Yuma, Arizona) and the El Centro Sector (El Centro, California).

• The contract has two execution tiers: Scheduled Maintenance and Unscheduled Maintenance.

• Unscheduled maintenance activities that exceed $750,000.00 will not be executed under this contract.

• The contractor must provide technical expertise and use properly trained/certified personnel.

• Specific requirements for response times, reporting, and quality control are detailed throughout the document.

• The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, local, and Tribal laws and regulations, including environmental and safety standards.

• Personnel require background investigations and favorable CBP BI for system access.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (SF1449) for commercial items, specifically for maintenance services. It outlines a single-award, firm-fixed-unit-priced hybrid contract for scheduled and unscheduled repairs at various locations within the Yuma and El Centro Sectors.

• Scheduled and unscheduled repairs for YUM Maintenance Base (PM, Scheduled, Unscheduled) and ELC Maintenance Base (PM, Scheduled, Unscheduled).

• Services are to be performed at all locations throughout the Yuma and El Centro Sectors.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price/Fixed Unit Price hybrid contract with a Not-to-Exceed (NTE) amount.

• Period of Performance: Four years, consisting of one base year and three one-year option periods.

• Offer Due Date: February 7, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.

• Evaluation Factors: The evaluation will consider the following factors in order of importance: Experience (Advisory Down-Select), Management Approach (Written Proposal), Technical Capabilities (Written Proposal), and Price. The non-price factors (Experience, Management Approach, Technical Capabilities) combined are significantly more important than Price.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on confidence levels (High, Some, Low) for Management Approach, Technical Capabilities, and Experience.

• The Government anticipates awarding a contract based on "best value" to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous.

• This acquisition is set aside for 8(a) small businesses.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5.

• The document includes detailed sections on contract clauses, security requirements, and evaluation criteria.

• Key personnel include a Senior Program Manager, QC/Safety Manager, and Analyst.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).