Y--Arkansas Valley Conduit - Crowley Reach 1

The Arkansas Valley Conduit - Crowley Reach 1 project, managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation under the Department of the Interior, involves the construction of approximately 5.3 miles of 30-inch potable water transmission pipeline and associated infrastructure in Pueblo County, Colorado. This project forms part of the larger Fryingpan-Arkansas Project and includes complex construction activities such as horizontal directional drilling, bored crossings, valve assembly installations, sampling stations, railroad crossings, road restoration, and fiber optic cable placement. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 237110, with an estimated construction cost between $40 million and $65 million, emphasizing opportunities for qualified small business contractors with proven technical expertise and bonding capacity. Comprehensive technical documentation supports the project, including detailed draft specifications covering all phases of work—from general requirements and earthwork to electrical and communications infrastructure. Extensive geology assessments characterize the soil and bedrock conditions along the route, informing design and construction planning to ensure structural integrity and environmental compatibility. Draft engineering drawings provide critical information on pipeline alignment, soil cover classifications, construction notes, and survey controls. Prospective contractors must register in SAM and respond by specified deadlines, with informational activities such as source-sought notices and site visits facilitating informed and competitive bidding. The solicitation and related communications are managed through the Great Plains Regional Office, providing clear points of contact and electronic submission processes to streamline procurement.