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Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project
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The Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project, issued under Solicitation Number 191BWC25B0004, is being prepared by the International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, US Section. The work will take place at the Amistad Dam Field Office located in Del Rio, Texas, with a scope focused on rehabilitating eight radial (Tainter) gates. Key tasks include testing for lead-based paint, full removal of existing coatings, sandblasting for surface preparation, applying a new specified coating system, replacing anodes, side and bottom seals with associated fasteners, re-tensioning of gate cables, realignment of the gates, and re-lubrication. Compliance with all safety and environmental protocols, especially in handling hazardous materials, is emphasized. The project will be structured as a firm-fixed-price contract, with an estimated value between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, and falls under NAICS code 237990 for Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. It is set aside exclusively for small business participation, with a size standard of $45 million. The anticipated project duration is six months from contract award. A pre-bid site visit will be organized to give potential contractors the opportunity to assess the site and conditions. The solicitation is scheduled to be released around September 19, 2025, with further information and official documents to be made available on SAM.gov. Interested parties are advised to monitor the website for updates and to contact Philip Johnson, the Contracting Officer, for any further inquiries.
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Pre-Solicitation Notice
Amistad Tainter Gates Sandblasting and Painting Project
Solicitation Number: 191BWC25B0004
Agency: International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section
Location: Amistad Dam Field Office, Del Rio, Texas
Synopsis:
The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section (USIBWC) intends to issue a solicitation for the sandblasting and painting of eight (8) Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam located in Val Verde County, Texas. The project involves the rehabilitation of the radial gates, including surface preparation, sandblasting, and application of a new coating system to ensure the longevity and functionality of the gates.
Scope of Work:
The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
Testing for lead-based paint on the existing coatings.
Complete removal of existing paint/coating from the eight radial gates.
Surface preparation through sandblasting to achieve the required cleanliness and profile.
Application of a new coating system as specified in the technical specifications.
Replacement of radial gate anodes, side seals, bottom seals, and seal fasteners.
Re-tensioning of gate cables and alignment of gates after seal replacement and re-lubrication.
Compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, including the handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
Project Duration:
The project is expected to be completed within six months from the date of award.
Site Visit:
A site visit will be scheduled to provide potential bidders with an opportunity to inspect the worksite and existing conditions. Details of the site visit will be included in the solicitation.
Solicitation Release Date:
The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about 19 Sep 2025 and will be available for download on the SAM.gov website.
Contract Type:
The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract.
NAICS Code:
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
Small Business Size Standard: $45M
Magnitude of project: $1,000,000.00 - $5,000,000.00
Important Notice:
This pre-solicitation notice is not a request for proposals. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential bidders of the upcoming solicitation. All interested parties are advised to monitor the SAM.gov website for the release of the solicitation and any amendments.
Point of Contact:
For further information, please contact: Philip Johnson Contracting Officer International Boundary and Water Commission, United States Section Email: contact@example.gov Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000
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