CA-MERCED NWR-Solar Distribution Panel Replacement
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting bids to replace a failed 400-amp solar electrical panel and associated components at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge, located at Hwy 140 Snowbird Lane in Livingston, California. The project is critical to restoring reliable power for a deep well system that supports groundwater pumping, wetland water level regulation, and wildlife habitat management. The new electrical distribution panel and related equipment must meet all applicable codes and standards, ensuring safe, long-term operation of the solar-powered infrastructure. The estimated project cost ranges between $15,000 and $25,000, and the work must be completed within 60 calendar days after contract award. This is a total small business set aside under NAICS code 238210 with a size standard of $19 million, and only registered small businesses in SAM.gov are eligible to respond. The solicitation requires a firm-fixed-price contract based primarily on price, with bidders expected to demonstrate proven experience in solar installation, familiarity with common solar brands, and full compliance with California state and local regulations. All proposals must be submitted on company letterhead with a completed Pricing Form, SAM.gov UEI code, and contact information, and must include the FAR provisions 52.212-1 and 52.212-4 with applicable sections filled out. Due to the project value exceeding $150,000, both payment and performance bonds are required within ten calendar days of award. Proposals must adhere to strict formatting standards: 8.5 x 11 inch pages, 12-point font, one-inch margins, and no decorative elements. All questions must be emailed to terrence_anderson@fws.gov with the solicitation number included, and site visits must be scheduled in advance. The deadline for submissions is August 28, 2026, at 12:00 pm PST.
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Merced National Wildlife Refuge, requires the replacement of an existing burned 400-amp solar electrical panel, breakers, and associated electrical components serving a deep well and its solar power infrastructure. The existing equipment has experienced failure and is no longer capable of reliably supporting refuge water management operations. The project includes providing and installing a new upgraded electrical distribution panel and associated equipment to restore safe, reliable, and code-compliant operation of the solar-powered well system. Water management at the refuge depends on a network of deep wells, solar power systems, electrical distribution equipment, and utility-provided service to pump groundwater, maintain wetland units, regulate water levels, and support critical wildlife habitat. Reliable electrical infrastructure is essential to the continuous operation of these systems and the successful management of refuge resources.
The construction magnitude is estimated to be between $15,000 to $25,000.00.
The office is located:
FWS San Luis Wildlife Refuge Complex ¿ Merced National Wildlife Refuge
7430 W Sandy Mush Rd
Merced, CA 95341
Project Work Site: Hwy 140 Snowbird Lane, Livingston, CA 95334
The Government anticipates 60 Calendar days, issuance of the contingent upon contract award.
General Wage Rate Decision Number: CA20260018 07/14/2026
State: California County: California Counties of Alameda, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus and Tuolumne
This Request for Quote (RFQ) is a TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE and is conducted under the procedures of FAR Parts 12 and 13, incorporating provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-03. The NAICS code is 238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors and the small business size standard is $19.0m.
Instructions to offeror: All responsible small business sources shall review all documentation and submit a bid, which shall be considered by the agency. The contractor must show within the bid relevant to knowledge of solar installation and Solar brands purchased; experience demonstrates the ability to successfully complete as follows; all state and local law; provides appropriate within the state of California.
Furthermore, review entity of the solicitation packet to include statement of work and associated attachments details to create bid to the standard terms and conditions of the solicitation that will be made as a firm-fixed-price contract. The basis of contract will be on Price, as acceptability for this requirement below. Award of the contract will be made to a responsible source pursuant to FAR subpart 9.1.
Please submit your bid with solicitation document (showing unit and total price) on company letterhead; Pricing Form; SAM.gov UEI code; point of contact phone number and e- mail address. Refer to FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors ¿ Commercial Items for additional submission guidance, and include a copy of FAR provision 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions¿ Commercial Products and Commercial Services and all Commercial Items with applicable sections completed.
Bond Requirements:
Contractors are reminded that any amount awarded over $35,000 requires submission of a Payment Bond. Any amount over $150,000.00 requires both payment and performance bonds. Bonds are due no later than 10 calendar days after award. Due to the project magnitude, both payment and performance bonds will be required.
Format for Quotes:
1. Quote shall be 8 ½¿x 11¿
2. A page is defined as one face of a sheet of paper containing information
3. Typing shall not be less than 12 pitches (Times New Roman/Ariel/Etc.), 1-inch border, no artistic script fonts for readability
4. Elaborate formats, bindings or color presentations are not desired or required
Any and all questions shall be submitted via email only; no verbal questions will be accepted. Please be sure to include the solicitation number in your proposal and in the subject line of any email submitted.
E-Mail Submission for Questions & Proposals: terrence_anderson@fws.gov
Site Visit: Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST - RSVP is Required- Contact: Terrence Anderson @ terrence_anderson@ios.doi.gov
Question Deadline Date: Monday, August 21, 2026,11:00 AM PST
Proposal Due: Friday, August 28, 2026,12:00 pm PST
Solicitation Package:
-SF1449 - Solicitation
-Pricing Form
-Clauses & Provisions (Terms and Conditions) Wage Rate Determination
-Statement of Work (SOW)
-Four (4) Attachments
In order to have a quote considered for award, respondent must be registered at the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov ) as an active vendor by the time an award decision is necessary.
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