Aubrielle Watson is a Contract Specialist. Aubrielle is associated with 18 contracts. Activity spans Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables, Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating, and Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior, Upper Colorado Regional Office, is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the supply of strong motion monitoring equipment under solicitation number 140R4026Q0111. This sources sought notice, posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026, is aimed at gathering market insight to determine the availability of equipment capable of detecting and recording seismic activity. The North American Industry Classification System code 334513 indicates the requirement is for instruments used in seismological and geophysical monitoring, and there is no specified set-aside for small businesses or other categories. The office responsible for this procurement is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Aubrielle Watson listed as the primary point of contact for inquiries, reachable via email at AWatson@usbr.gov or by phone at 801-524-3832. The place of performance has not been specified, and all responses must be submitted through the SAM.gov portal prior to the deadline to be considered.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
334513
Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables
The U.S. Department of the Interior, through its Upper Colorado Regional Office, is seeking information from potential vendors for a Distributed Acoustic Sensing Interrogator Unit under solicitation number 140R4026Q0106, posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 8, 2026. This is a sources-sought notice aimed at identifying capable suppliers to meet the technical requirements of a specialized sensing system that detects and analyzes acoustic vibrations along fiber optic cables, likely for monitoring environmental, structural, or operational conditions in remote or sensitive areas. The North American Industry Classification System code 541715 indicates the need for research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences, suggesting the technology involves advanced sensing and data analysis capabilities.
The solicitation is not set aside for small businesses or specific categories, and performance is expected to be conducted at an unspecified location, with no detailed place of performance provided. The point of contact for inquiries is Aubrielle Watson, who can be reached via email at AWatson@usbr.gov or by phone at 801-524-3832. All interested parties must submit their responses through the SAM.gov portal using the provided link before the deadline. The agency aims to gather market intelligence to guide future procurement planning and ensure the selected solution aligns with operational needs, technical standards, and budgetary constraints for the fiscal year 2026 timeframe.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
541715
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
The contract involves the replacement of a 250 hp vertical turbine pumping unit at a Bureau of Reclamation facility with a modern equivalent, including removal and disposal of the existing equipment and installation of a new pump, motor, and variable frequency drive (VFD), all in compliance with specified technical standards such as HI 14.4-2024, HI 9.6.3, ASME BPVC Section IX, IEEE 112-2017, and other industry codes. Work must be performed at Government facilities, with strict coordination to minimize operational disruption, adherence to site safety protocols including JHA and PPE, and compliance with Bureau of Reclamation security requirements including background investigations, DOI Access Card issuance, and mandatory protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The contractor is responsible for delivering certified pump performance curves, safety and removal plans, and ensuring all components are new, properly packaged for long-term storage, and marked with stainless-steel nameplates containing critical operational data. The procurement is a Small Business Set Aside, total, under NAICS code 333914, with full flow-down of small business subcontracting limitations, nonmanufacturer rules, and post-award representation requirements. All submissions are subject to evaluation under four equally weighted factors: technical capability, past performance, delivery schedule, and price, with award to be made based on best value, not lowest price technically acceptable. Delivery is due 365 days after award, with FOB destination terms, and performance is restricted to locations within the United States. The contract mandates electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and prohibits use of unauthorized payment systems without waiver. Security provisions under WBR 1452.237-80 require strict control of personnel access, immediate reporting of incidents, and full incorporation of security clauses into all subcontracts. No pricing or contract value has been disclosed in the solicitation materials.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
NAICS
333914
Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing
PSC
3835
Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Region, is procuring two horizontal slurry pump systems with associated motors, variable frequency drives, and electrical components for use in physical model testing at the Hydraulics Laboratory in Denver, Colorado. The contract, identified by solicitation number 140R4026Q0030, requires the delivery and on-site installation of two Metso MR300 LNR-S C5 (or equal) pumps rated for 3,400 gpm at 40 ft TDH, each paired with a 75-hp, 480V, 3-phase, TEFC motor and a Galt G500 (or equal) variable frequency drive featuring EMC filters and NEMA-1 control panels with blower cooling. The system must handle sediment-laden water with particle sizes up to 75 mm, and all components must meet specific technical criteria including elastomer-lined impellers and resonant frequency skipping capabilities. The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333914 with a size standard of 750 employees, and all proposals must include full pricing covering equipment, shipping, installation, and labor. The period of performance is set for completion within nine months of award, with delivery to occur FOB Destination at the Denver Federal Center, where government personnel will inspect and formally accept the systems. All invoicing must be submitted electronically via the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform, and compliance with Buy American, Service Contract Labor Standards, and other FAR provisions is mandatory.
The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price award under FAR Part 12 for commercial items, with evaluation based on an equal balance of technical capability, schedule adherence, and price, indicating a best-value trade-off approach rather than LPTA. Offerors must submit technical cut sheets, warranty terms, and lead time documentation, and are required to certify their small business status and provide a Unique Entity ID. No specific packaging standards or MIL-STD labeling requirements are defined, though traceability via UEI, CLIN, and item number is expected. While options exist and will be evaluated as part of total pricing, their scope is unspecified. The contracting officer is Brittney Murphy, with Aubrie Watson as the point of contact for solicitation inquiries, and no designated COR or COTR is named. The contract incorporates extensive FAR clauses addressing labor standards, cybersecurity, privacy, whistleblower protections, environmental compliance, and electronic
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
333914
Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing
PSC
3835
Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Upper Colorado Region is seeking a small business contractor to provide hydroacoustic monitoring systems for the penstock inflows at the Glen Canyon Dam in Page, Arizona. The procurement includes an initial requirement for four transducers, consisting of echosounders and cables, with an option for four additional units. While the Bureau will handle the physical installation using its own dive teams and equipment, the contractor is required to provide onsite supervision, commissioning expertise, a detailed digital instruction manual with logic diagrams, and one year of phone support for troubleshooting.
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334513, requiring vendors to be registered in SAM.gov. The formal solicitation, number 140R4025Q0086, is expected to be released in January 2026. All offeror pricing must include shipping to the Glen Canyon Field Office. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for updates and direct inquiries to the contract specialist, Aubrie Watson.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
NAICS
334513
Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables
PSC
5845
Communications, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment
The Department of the Interior, through the Upper Colorado Regional Office, is seeking a qualified contractor for the replacement and disposal of 217 fire extinguishers at the Glen Canyon Field Office located in Page, Arizona. This project, identified by solicitation number 140R4025Q0056 and NAICS code 325998, involves the removal of existing units and the installation of new equipment to ensure facility safety and compliance.
The procurement process began with market research to identify capable sources, evaluate small business status, and determine the most effective acquisition strategy. Administrative coordination for this effort is managed by the office in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Jennifer Handy serving as a primary point of contact.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
325998
All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
This contract aims to secure services for the control of noxious and invasive weeds along portions of the Jordan River in Utah, managed by the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission. The project involves applying herbicides in the spring to target species such as hoary cress, poison hemlock, and Scotch/musk thistle within the Jordan River Migratory Bird Refuge and adjacent areas, as well as mowing Russian thistle during the summer months. The contractor will also be responsible for producing a comprehensive report that documents treatment activities, chemical usage, monitoring results, and recommendations for future management efforts. The contract duration extends from the date of award through December 31, 2025, and is set aside exclusively for small businesses registered in SAM.gov, under the NAICS code 541620 with a size standard of $19 million. The project is overseen by the Department of the Interior’s Upper Colorado Regional Office, with a point of contact for inquiries and submissions.
The Department of the Interior, through the Upper Colorado Regional Office of the Bureau of Reclamation, is initiating a pre-solicitation process for a Water Share Assessment under solicitation number 140R4025Q0052. The agency intends to issue a sole-source award under FAR 13 to the Warm Springs Irrigation and Power Company to facilitate water delivery to lands administered by the Utah Reclamation Mitigation Commission. This sole-source justification is based on the company's exclusive ownership and distribution rights regarding the required water.
The procurement falls under NAICS code 221310 and is managed by the office located in Salt Lake City, Utah. While the agency is moving toward a sole-source agreement, it has established a window for alternative sources to submit capability statements for consideration until May 10, 2025. Jennifer Handy serves as the primary point of contact for this action.
