Z--Muskrat Water Well Repair

Amendment / Modification

This amendment incorporates responses to vendor questions regarding the "Muskrat Water Well Repairs" opportunity. Key clarifications include:

• Perforation of Existing Casing: The government intends for the contractor to re-perforate the existing 6" casing in two specified zones (350-360 ft and 370-380 ft), not just ensure existing perforations are open.
• Gravel Pack Between Casings: A gravel pack is not required between the existing 6" casing and the new 5" liner due to insufficient space caused by rust and calcium buildup on the existing casing.
• Installation of 5" Steel Casing: The 5" steel casing is expected to be lowered into the existing 6" casing without driving. The formation consists of sand, gravel, cobbles, and boulders, but the casing is not expected to be driven.

This amendment addresses questions related to the Statement of Work (SOW) concerning casing perforations, gravel packing, and casing installation methods.

Bidders should incorporate these clarifications into their proposals. No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment incorporates the following questions and answers:

• Question 1: Does it have something over it? Answer: No.
• Question 2: Is it on a pitless adapter? Answer: Yes.
• Question 3: Are we digging it up? Answer: The BLM will do the digging to remove and reinstall the pitless adapter.

This amendment addresses specific questions related to the "Muskrat Water Well Repairs".

This amendment provides clarifications that may impact how bidders understand and respond to the requirements for the Muskrat Water Well Repairs. No changes to deadlines or evaluation factors are explicitly stated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for "Muskrat Water Well Repairs." The project involves construction services for water well repairs at the Muskrat Fire Station in Grantsville, Utah. The acquisition is being conducted using simplified acquisition procedures and is a Small Business set-aside.

• The primary deliverable is the "Muskrat Water Well Repairs" as detailed in the attached "Scope of Work" and "Specifications."

• Work must be performed by a Licensed Water Well Driller in the State of Utah.

• Compliance with all terms and conditions, representations, certifications, and technical requirements is mandatory.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract.

• Place of Performance: Tooele County, UT.

• Type of Construction: Heavy.

• FAR Magnitude: $25K - $100K.

• Period of Performance: 45 Days After Notice to Proceed.

• Quotations must be valid for a minimum of 60 days.

• Bonds: A payment bond is required for contract awards over $35,000.00, and both performance and payment bonds are required for awards over $150,000. Bonds or alternative payment protections must be submitted within 10 days of contract award.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer by the due date and time specified on the cover page.

• Price and technical volumes must be separate documents.

• Questions Due Date: March 04, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. All questions must be submitted in writing via email.

• Quote Due Date: March 12, 2026, by 3:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Basis for Award: Quotes will be evaluated using a Low Price FAR Part 13 process. Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote conforms with all solicitation requirements and provides the lowest total price.

• This acquisition is a Small Business set-aside under NAICS Code 237110 with a small business size standard of $45.0M. Offerors determined to be other than small business will be ineligible for award.

• A formal site visit will not be held, but quoters are strongly encouraged to visit the site prior to quoting.

• Respondents must complete and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions related to construction, labor standards, domestic preference (Buy American), and representations and certifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Decision Number" which serves as a wage determination for heavy construction projects in Salt Lake and Tooele Counties, Utah. It specifies the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act.

• General Decision Number: UT20260097
• Superseded General Decision Number: UT20250097
• Publication Date: 01/02/2026
• Construction Type: Heavy Construction Projects
• Counties: Salt Lake and Tooele Counties in Utah.
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Line Construction, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Laborer, Truck Driver, Carpenter, Cement Mason, Welder) along with their prevailing hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Executive Order 13706: Notes that this EO regarding Paid Sick Leave applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017.
• Executive Order 13658: Notes that this EO regarding minimum wage generally applies to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and sets a minimum hourly rate for 2025.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document also provides information on how to appeal wage determinations and contact relevant government agencies for clarification.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To perform repair and maintenance on the Muskrat potable drinking water well located at the Muskrat Fire Station in Grantsville, Utah.

• Clean out the well from 372.5 feet to 382 feet.

• Scrub and clean the existing 6-inch casing from 350 feet to 382 feet.

• Re-perforate two sections of the existing 6-inch casing: 350-360 feet and 370-380 feet, with 0.050 inch by 6 inch perforations.

• Drill an additional 20 feet to create a 402-foot deep borehole.

• Line the 6-inch casing with new 5-inch Schedule 40 steel casing from 2 feet above grade to 402 feet.

• Perforate the new 5-inch casing to match the specified sections.

• Install a new submersible pump/motor, drop pipe, and submersible wire (all provided by the Government).

• Test pump the well for a minimum of 10 hours to determine specific yield and drawdown.

• Test pump for a minimum of 10 hours or until drawdown stabilizes.

• Report specific yield and draw-down elevation.

• Period of Performance: Anticipated contract award in early to mid-April 2026, with a 45-day period of performance. The well needs to be in service by the end of May 2026.

• Work Location: Muskrat Fire Station, 2043 South Skull Valley Highway, Grantsville, Utah 84029.

• Government will provide the new submersible pump, motor, drop pipe, and submersible wire.

• Specific pump and motor model details are provided (Franklin Electric 15FA3S4-PE pump end, 3 HP motor).

• Specific drop pipe (1-1/4 inch Schedule 120 PVC) and submersible wire (8 awg, 3 wire with ground, 600 V) specifications are listed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed technical specifications and diagrams for the Muskrat Water Well Repairs project. It serves as a critical attachment to the solicitation, outlining the exact work required for the repair and rehabilitation of the existing water well.

• Project Area Map & Location Map: Visual references showing the general and specific locations of the Muskrat Water Well.
• Well Repair Notes: A numbered list detailing the specific tasks to be performed, including:
  • Cleaning out the well from 372 ft to 382 ft.
  • Drilling out the bottom of the well from 382 ft to 402 ft.
  • Perforating the existing 6" casing from 350 ft to 360 ft and 370 ft to 380 ft.
  • Lining the well with new 5" diameter Schedule 40 well casing and perforating it.
  • Installing a government-provided pump, motor, wire, and drop pipe.
  • Testing the well for a minimum of 10 hours to determine silt production rate.
  • Disinfecting the well according to AWWA C654-21 standards.
• Detailed Well Diagram: A cross-section illustrating the well's components, depths, casing, grout, and proposed repairs, including specific measurements and material specifications (e.g., 5" diameter Schedule 40 steel casing, 3 HP submersible pump).
• Government-Furnished Equipment: Specifies that the pump, motor, wire, and drop pipe will be provided by the BLM.

This document is essential for bidders to understand the full scope of work, technical requirements, and materials involved in the Muskrat Water Well Repairs. It directly informs the bidding process by detailing the precise nature of the repairs, the equipment to be installed, and the performance standards required. Bidders must carefully review these specifications to accurately estimate costs and ensure they can meet all technical requirements.

Pre-Solicitation Notice

This notice announces the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) intent to solicit quotes for the Muskrat Water Well Repairs project. The project involves cleaning out, repairing, and re-perforating an existing well, drilling an additional section for a silt basin, and relining the well with new steel casing. A new submersible pump, motor, drop pipe, and wire will be installed. The well will then be test pumped to determine its specific yield.

• Clean-out and blow-out the well.

• Scrub and clean the existing casing.

• Re-perforate existing 6-inch casing at specified depths.

• Drill an additional 6-inch diameter borehole.

• Line the well with new 5-inch Schedule 40 steel casing and perforate.

• Install a new submersible pump/motor, drop pipe, and submersible wire (Government-provided materials: Franklin Electric pump/motor, 1-1/4 inch Schedule 120 PVC pipe, 8 AWG submersible wire).

• Test pump the well for a minimum of 10 hours.

• Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.

• Estimated Period of Performance: 45 days from Notice to Proceed, to be completed prior to May 31, 2026.

• Bonding: Payment bond required for awards over $35,000.00.

• A Request for Quotes (RFQ) is anticipated on or about February 27, 2026, to be posted on SAM.gov.

• Contractors must monitor SAM.gov for the solicitation and any amendments.

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for award eligibility.

• Solicitation Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business. Only companies qualifying as a small business under the applicable size standard will be considered.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0M

• Project Location: Tooele County, UT (Muskrat Fire Station, 2043 South Skull Valley Highway, Grantsville, UT 84029).

• NAICS Code: 237110 – Water & Sewer Line & Related Structures Construction.

• PSC Code: Z1NE – Maintenance of Water Supply Facilities.

• No formal site visit is scheduled, but prospective quoters are encouraged to visit the site.

• Attachments provided are DRAFTs; finalized versions will be issued with the RFQ.

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

To repair and maintain the Muskrat potable drinking water well located at the Muskrat Fire Station in Tooele County, Utah, ensuring it is operational before the start of the fire season in May 2026.

This project involves cleaning out the well, scrubbing and cleaning the casing, re-perforating specific sections of the existing casing, drilling an additional 20 feet to create a silt basin, and relining the well with new 5-inch Schedule 40 steel casing. Following these repairs, a new submersible pump, drop pipe, and submersible wire (all provided by the Government) will be installed. The well will then be test pumped for a minimum of 10 hours to determine its specific yield.

• The well must be operational before the end of May 2026.

• The test pump duration is a minimum of 10 hours or until drawdown stabilizes.

• Specific yield and draw-down elevation must be reported.

• Period of Performance: Anticipated contract award in early to mid-April 2026, with a 45-day period of performance, including submittals, material ordering, and implementation. The well must be in service by the end of May 2026.

• Place of Performance: Muskrat Fire Station, 2043 South Skull Valley Highway, Grantsville, Utah 84029.

• All labor, materials, equipment, and supervision are the responsibility of the contractor, except for the submersible pump, drop pipe, and submersible wire, which will be provided by the Government.

• Specific pump and motor specifications are provided (Franklin Electric 15FA3S4-PE pump end, 3 HP motor).

• Specific drop pipe (1-1/4 inch Schedule 120 PVC) and submersible wire (8 awg, 3 wire with ground, 600 V) requirements are detailed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "DRAFT_Attachment_02_Specifications_-_Muskrat_Water_Well_Repairs_1.pdf", appears to be a technical drawing and specification sheet related to the Muskrat Water Well Repairs project. It provides detailed information about the well structure and repair procedures.

• Project Area Map: Shows the general location of the project within Utah.
• Project Location Map: Zooms in on the specific location of the Muskrat Potable Water Well, including its coordinates and proximity to the Muskrat Fire Station.
• Sheet Index: Lists the included sheets, with "TITLE SHEET" (G100) and "MUSKRAT WELL DETAIL" (A100).
• Muskrat Well Detail (A100): This is the core of the document, providing a cross-section of the well and outlining specific repair notes:
  • Cleaning out and drilling the well from 372 ft to 402 ft.
  • Perforating the existing 6" casing from 350 ft to 360 ft and 370 ft to 380 ft.
  • Lining the well with new 5" diameter Schedule 40 well casing and perforating it.
  • Setting a government-provided pump, motor, wire, and drop pipe.
  • Testing the well for a minimum of 10 hours to determine production rate.
  • Disinfecting the well according to AWWA C654-21 standards.
  • Specifies the type of pump and motor to be installed (Franklin Electric).
  • Details the depth for the pump intake (372 ft).
  • Notes the existing well casing diameter (6-5/8") and depth (up to 382').
  • Indicates the existing grout seal and gravel pack.
  • Mentions the need for a 4'x4' concrete pad around the well casing.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the technical specifications and scope of work required for the Muskrat Water Well Repairs. It details the exact procedures, materials, and equipment involved in the repair, which will directly inform proposal development, cost estimation, and execution planning.