Z--Webster Dam Spillway Radial Gates Repair

Solicitation 140R6026R0016 is a firm-fixed-price construction contract issued by the Bureau of Reclamation's Great Plains Regional Office for the rehabilitation of three spillway radial gates and the associated gallery at Webster Dam in Rooks County, Kansas. This total small business set-aside project, with an estimated magnitude between 5 million and 10 million dollars, focuses on the removal and disposal of existing coatings and the application of a new three-coat system to exterior gates and gallery surfaces. Additionally, the scope includes the refurbishment of spillway radial gate hoists, specifically the replacement of wire ropes, sockets, and grease lines, as well as the replacement of radial gate side seals. The period of performance is scheduled from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027. The procurement is conducted under FAR Part 15, with award based on the most advantageous proposal. Evaluation factors include a technical plan, company experience, and past performance, which collectively carry significantly more weight than price. Mandatory requirements for the selected contractor include providing performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price, a bid guarantee of 20 percent of the bid price or 3 million dollars, and a site-specific safety plan adhering to OSHA and Reclamation standards. Payment will be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform with a 10 percent retainage. Technical execution must follow strict quality standards, including SSPC PA2 for dry film thickness and ASTM D4541 for adhesion testing, with all gate operations restricted to Government personnel.