Dwane Esplin is a Contract Specialist at Upper Colorado Regional Office. Dwane is associated with 42 contracts. Upper Colorado Regional Office has $103,603,844 in total awards. Activity spans Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, Facilities Support Services, and Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing.
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The Department of the Interior, through its Great Plains Regional Office in Billings, Montana, is seeking information through a Sources Sought Notice for the repair of two pumping units and replacement of a backup generator at a facility associated with the Downs Protective Dike. The scope includes mobilization, removal, repair, and reinstallation of two identical pumping units with a specified flow rate of 4,488 USGPM, a total dynamic head of 24 feet, and a sump/pit depth of 53.5 feet. All repairs must include replacement of all seals and bearings with factory-specified parts, installation of flexible hose-type grease lines, and commissioning in strict compliance with manufacturer specifications. The lubrication method requires Chevron Lubricating Oil FM 32. The generator replacement entails supplying and installing a new unit along with a 500-gallon double-wall integral containment fuel tank positioned outside on the east side of the generator building; open containment basins are prohibited. All electrical work must be performed by a State of Kansas licensed electrician. Performance testing of the pumps must conform to ANSI/HI 14.6 standards, with passing tolerances of grade 2B for units rated at 134HP or less and grade 1B for those exceeding 134HP. Testing will be limited to the bowl assembly with the job motor due to laboratory constraints. The contractor must submit detailed inspection documentation including a full list of replaced components, lubricants used, and installation measurements as outlined in Exhibit D. The government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract with a performance period of 180 days from award. This notice, issued under FAR Part 10, is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. Interested parties must submit a capability statement of no more than five pages, including business name, address, point of contact, Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov, business size and socio-economic status, and proof of relevant pump repair experience within the last five years. Active SAM registration is mandatory for eligibility, and the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding. The response deadline is July 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM MDT, and submissions must be emailed to Dwane D. Esplin. NAICS code 811310 applies, with a small business size standard of $12.5 million, and the procurement is set aside for small businesses.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
USA
NAICS
811310
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
The EC - PONDEROSA - B3 ONLINE ACCESS contract, identified by solicitation number 140R6026P0081, is an award notice issued by the Department of the Interior through the Great Plains Regional Office. Based in Billings, Montana, the agency has categorized this requirement under NAICS code 541690, which pertains to other scientific and technical consulting services.
The contract was posted on September 1, 2026, and is managed by the primary point of contact, Dwane Esplin. Further administrative details and official documentation regarding this award can be accessed via the SAM.gov workspace.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
USA
NAICS
541690
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
The Department of the Interior, through the Great Plains Regional Office, has issued a Sources Sought Notice under solicitation 140R6025Q0057 to conduct market research for the design and fabrication of two replacement generator air coolers for the Marys Lake Powerplant in Larimer County, Colorado. The project requires the units to handle a heat load of 140 kW each, with specific technical parameters including a maximum operating pressure of 50 psi, a maximum pressure drop of 5 psi, and water velocity maintained between 5 and 7 ft/s. Construction must adhere to ASTM B111 for 90/10 copper-nickel tubes and ASTM B171 for tube sheets.
Key deliverables include the two fabricated coolers, certified hydrostatic test reports confirming zero leakage at 75 psig for one hour, and a comprehensive documentation package consisting of approval drawings, test plans, final drawings in AutoCAD and PDF formats, and a service manual. The units must be equipped with OSHA-compliant swivel hoist rings and be dry-packaged with desiccant and protective wrapping suitable for outdoor storage. Delivery to the Marys Lake Powerplant is required within six months of contract award. Interested businesses under NAICS code 333618 must submit a capability statement not exceeding two single-sided pages, including their Unique Entity ID and small business status, to the designated point of contact by July 14, 2025.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
USA
NAICS
333618
Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing
PSC
4110
Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Air Circulating Equipment
The Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Reclamation's Western Colorado Area Offices, has issued a Sources Sought Notice under solicitation number 140R4025Q0074 to conduct market research for water and soil testing services. The scope of work involves the routine and on-demand analysis of samples collected from water wells, canals, creeks, rivers, and reservoirs located across Colorado and New Mexico. The government requires a contractor to provide comprehensive electronic reports for each sample set, including analytical methods, test results, and non-detections, all supported by a completed Chain of Custody form and certification from a Laboratory Supervisor to ensure accuracy and adequacy.
Interested businesses, including small businesses and those in specific socioeconomic categories such as HUBZone, SDVOSB, 8(a), and WOSB, are invited to submit capability statements. These submissions must be limited to two single-sided pages and include company information, a Unique Entity ID, and relevant past performance from the last three years. All responses must be submitted electronically via email to the designated point of contact by 2:00 PM Mountain Time on July 15, 2025. This notice is for planning purposes under NAICS code 541380, and a formal solicitation with specific evaluation factors and pricing structures will be determined based on the results of this market research.
Solicitation 140R4025Q0065 is a procurement request issued by the Department of the Interior's Upper Colorado Regional Office for the purchase and delivery of liquefied propane gas (LPG) to support operations at the Navajo Dam Powerplant Maintenance Yard in San Juan County, New Mexico. This contract is designated as a 100 percent total small business set-aside under NAICS code 324110. The requirement involves an estimated annual quantity of 4,000 gallons delivered via bulk tank refill on an as-needed basis, with an expected delivery window of 48 to 72 hours following an order.
The contract structure consists of a base year running from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with four one-year option periods and a possible six-month extension. Proposals are evaluated based on price, quality, timeliness, compliance, delivery schedule, technical capability, and past performance. All bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and comply with specific Federal Acquisition Regulation Class Deviations as outlined in the solicitation amendments.
The Bureau of Reclamation is soliciting maintenance and repair services for dewatering wells and pumps at the Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel treatment plant in Leadville, Colorado. This small business set-aside contract, under NAICS code 561210, involves the annual removal, inspection, and rebuilding of three dewatering pumps and the hydro-jet cleaning of two dewatering wells to remove precipitate scale. The performance period consists of a base year from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with four subsequent option years extending the potential period of performance through June 30, 2030. Onsite work is scheduled annually between July 15 and August 31.
Contractors must adhere to strict safety and security protocols, including compliance with OSHA and Reclamation Safety and Health Standards. Key deliverables include fully operational pumps, pre- and post-cleaning video documentation of well casings, and as-built drawings for any modifications. Award decisions will be based on a trade-off process considering price and other factors such as quality, schedule, and past performance. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform and strict personnel eligibility verification for site access. Proposals were due electronically by June 2, 2025.
The contract pertains to the maintenance of dewatering wells and pumps under the title “J--LMDT DEWATERING WELLS & PUMPS MAINTENANCE” for the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Reclamation, Great Plains Regional Office. Awarded on June 17, 2025, the contract has a total value of $282,996 and was granted to Central Pump Company, LLC, headquartered in Center, Colorado. The contracting office is based in Billings, Montana.
The scope covers ongoing maintenance services relevant to NAICS code 561210 (Facilities Support Services), with a specific focus on the upkeep and operational efficiency of vital water management infrastructure. The contract was an award notice resulting from a solicitation (number 140R4025Q0042), and appears to be active through at least early July 2025. Dwane Esplin is listed as the primary point of contact for administrative and technical inquiries. The contract supports efforts in maintaining the functionality and reliability of dewatering systems, ensuring continued support for regional water management requirements.
The contract titled J--LMDT DEWATERING WELLS & PUMPS MAINTENANCE is a presolicitation opportunity issued by the Department of the Interior's Upper Colorado Regional Office, located in Salt Lake City, Utah. It pertains to maintenance services for dewatering wells and pumps associated with the Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel project in Leadville, Colorado. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside program, emphasizing the agency's commitment to supporting small enterprise participation. The response deadline for interested contractors is April 7, 2025, and the contract is associated with NAICS code 561210, which covers facilities support services. The point of contact for inquiries is Steven Stone, whose contact details are provided for further communication. This opportunity aims to ensure the proper maintenance and operation of critical dewatering infrastructure essential for the ongoing management of water drainage in the Leadville area.
