RIDGES BASIN GATE HYDRAULICS MOD

Solicitation 140R4026Q0165 is a firm-fixed-price request for bids issued by the Bureau of Reclamation for the Ridges Basin Dam Gate Hydraulic Modification project located near Durango, Colorado. The primary objective is to replace specific sections of 1.5-inch diameter Schedule 80 steel hydraulic piping with flexible hydraulic hoses to enable the jet flow gate bonnet and cylinder to be lifted 12 inches without disconnecting the system. The scope of work includes isolating and draining the system, welding four adapter fittings, installing two 1.5-inch inner diameter hoses, and refilling the system with ISO VG-46 biodegradable hydraulic fluid cleaned through a 4-micron element. The contractor is also required to provide one assembled spare hose, coat any new or damaged steel piping, and demonstrate the 12-inch movement capability. The project has a performance period of ninety calendar days from the date of award. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, and will be awarded to the responsible offeror with the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Technical evaluations will focus on the proposed approach, work schedule, labor and equipment mix, personnel qualifications, and a comprehensive Quality Control Plan. Additionally, contractors must provide past performance data for at least three similar projects. All work must comply with ASME B31.1 welding standards and Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates for heavy construction in Colorado. Required deliverables include a Safety Plan submitted within 30 days of award and invoices processed through the IPP system.