Negrito Well Install

Solicitation 127EAV26Q0026 is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract issued by the USDA Region 3 Southwestern Regional Office for the installation of a new well at the Negrito Fire Base within the Gila National Forest in Reserve, New Mexico. The project involves drilling, casing installation, surface preparation, and the assembly of a functional water system to replace an irreparable existing well. The performance period is scheduled from March 2, 2026, to April 2, 2026. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, specifically designated for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) under NAICS code 237110. Award is based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Offerors must pass a binary Go/No-Go technical evaluation covering drilling approach, mobilization schedules, and personnel qualifications, followed by an assessment of past performance. The government will award the contract to the responsible offeror with the lowest total evaluated price. Performance is monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) that utilizes Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) and objective metrics to ensure compliance with New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and federal regulations. The contract includes rigorous administrative requirements, including the necessity for bid guarantees and performance and payment bonds. Notably, it contains specific DEI and anti-discrimination compliance obligations under Clause 452.203-71, where non-compliance is treated as a material breach that may lead to termination for default or withholding of funds. Final acceptance of the work is conducted at the project site by the Contracting Officer and Representative following a final walkthrough to verify the system is substantially complete.