Z--REPLACE KETTLE 7A AND 7B

Solicitation 140FC126R0028 is a firm-fixed price contract issued by the Department of the Interior, specifically the Construction A/E Team 1 FWS, for the replacement of Kettle 7A and 7B at the Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery in Burnet, Texas. This project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated value between 250,000 and 500,000 dollars. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, permits, and services necessary for the demolition of existing concrete pond kettles, earthwork, construction of new concrete kettles, and the installation of new drain and water supply lines. The contract award is based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable process, with a requirement for performance to begin within 120 calendar days and be completed within 10 calendar days after the notice to proceed. Bidders are required to comply with Department of Labor Wage Determination TX20260087 for heavy construction in Texas and provide past performance evaluations. The procurement process included multiple amendments to extend the submission deadline to July 28, 2026, and to incorporate responses to requests for information regarding supervision, safety plans, and technical specifications.