Z--Creston National Fish Hatchery Replace Septic Line
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), specifically the FWS, GAOA office under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Presolicitation for the replacement of a septic line at the Creston National Fish Hatchery (NFH) in Kalispell, MT. This project is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to replace an existing metal septic line prone to freezing and failure. The period of performance is anticipated from July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026. Responses are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary objective is to replace the existing metal septic line from the Hatchery Building to the Sewage Lift Station. Key tasks include:
- Removal of the current septic line as necessary.
- Excavation of a trench approximately 6 feet deep and 160 feet long.
- Provision and installation of a new 4-inch High-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe, installed 6 feet below grade.
- Installation of a minimum of two pipe cleanouts.
- Ensuring open trench safety with orange fencing (minimum 4 feet high).
- Connection of the new HDPE septic line to both the Hatchery Building and the Sewage Lift Station.
- Backfilling the trench after the system is verified operational.
- All work must comply with applicable Federal, State, and County regulations.
Period & Place of Performance
- Place of Performance: Creston National Fish Hatchery (NFH), 780 Creston Hatchery Road, Kalispell, MT 59901-8239.
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026.
- Normal Duty Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: Z2ND (Repair Or Alteration Of Sewage And Waste Facilities)
- Response Date: May 8, 2026, 05:00 PM PDT
- Published Date: March 25, 2026
Special Requirements
- The contractor is responsible for providing all piping, materials, components, equipment, and related documentation/drawings.
- The Government will not provide furnished equipment but will provide restrooms, electricity, and water.
- Quality control and assurance will be conducted by designated hatchery personnel.
- The new system must be pressure tested and verified operational by a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service representative before backfilling.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Johnny Luang-Khot
- Email: johnny_luang-khot@fws.gov
- Phone: 703-358-2313