R--Traffic Control Services at Navajo Dam (Phase 3)

Solicitation 140R4026Q0001 is a 100 percent Small Business Set-Aside issued by the Department of the Interior's Upper Colorado Regional Office for traffic control services at Navajo Dam, New Mexico. The project, designated as Phase 3, supports investigatory drilling on state highway NM 511 and potentially NM 539. The contractor is responsible for designing and implementing an NMDOT-approved Traffic Control Plan, acquiring necessary permits, and installing and maintaining traffic control devices, including Variable Message Signs, to facilitate a compliant single-lane closure with alternating travel directions. All work must adhere to NMDOT and MUTCD standards, with staffing provided by certified Work Zone Safety Supervisors. The initial period of performance runs from December 8, 2025, to May 20, 2026, with a structured timeline for plan preparation, permit procurement, and device installation. The government maintains an option to extend services for up to 24 weeks beyond the initial term. Payments are processed electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform. Security requirements mandate that all personnel be U.S. citizens or legal residents, and those accessing government facilities must meet suitability standards and possess valid identification. The contract is governed by FAR Subpart 12.6 for commercial items and includes standard clauses regarding service contract labor standards, whistleblower protections, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.