Z--ZION- Crawford Dam Removal and Diversion

The National Park Service has awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to WRX Contracting, LLC, a small business, for the Crawford Dam Removal and Diversion project at Zion National Park. The total award value is $2,248,000.00. The scope of work includes the partial removal and disposal of a concrete dam and headgate, river regrading, the installation of approximately 150 feet of boulder embankment rip rap and 350 feet of smart ditch, and the construction of a new intake structure with a fish screen. Additional requirements include pipe removal and installation, excavation, compacted backfill for a building rock ramp, and the removal of excess soil and rock. The contractor must begin performance within 10 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with a total completion timeline of 180 calendar days. Key deliverables include a detailed construction schedule, shop drawings, certified laboratory test results for materials, and final project record documents. The contract is subject to strict quality control and assurance standards, requiring a formal Quality Control Plan and daily reports to avoid payment retention. All procurement and performance must adhere to Federal Sustainability requirements and specific safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and the maintenance of Safety Data Sheets on-site. Final payment is contingent upon the submission of all payrolls and a signed release of claims.