Monte Baird is a government contact. Monte is associated with 26 contracts. Activity spans Janitorial Services, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, and All Other Specialty Trade Contractors.
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This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 562111 for solid waste collection services, with a small business size standard of $47 million. The Department of the Interior’s Great Plains Regional Office is seeking qualified vendors to provide garbage and recycling removal services at the Eastern Colorado Area Office, including the ECAO warehouse and Flatiron Powerplant locations in Loveland, Colorado. The contract involves the provision of dumpsters and comprehensive waste management as detailed in the Performance Work Statement, with the goal of ensuring proper disposal and recycling services. A site visit is scheduled for June 17, 2025, to facilitate understanding of the requirements, and questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by June 26, 2025.
The solicitation, identified as RFQ No. 140R6025Q0017, is the sole opportunity for vendors to submit quotations, with responses due by July 9, 2025. It is prepared in accordance with federal acquisition regulations, specifically subpart 12.6, and incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03. Interested vendors are encouraged to review all attached documents, including the Performance Work Statement, Price Schedule, and Wage Determination, and are advised to conduct a site visit for a thorough understanding of the scope. All correspondence should reference the RFQ number and include the subject line "ECAO and FI Trash/Recycle Service." The contract aims to ensure efficient waste collection services for the specified locations within the scope of a small business set-aside, with evaluation criteria outlined in FAR 52.212-2.
The contract involves the replacement of security gates at the Mt. Elbert Pump Generating Plant located in Twin Lakes, Colorado, managed by the Bureau of Reclamation under the Department of the Interior. The project aims to upgrade existing security infrastructure by installing new hydraulic lift gates at main and operational access points, integrating cameras with the existing security system for remote operation, and ensuring minimal disruption to plant operations. The procurement is a firm-fixed-price construction effort with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000, scheduled for performance from approximately April to September 2025. The scope includes the removal of old gates, installation of new hydraulic gates with associated electrical and communication conduit, and commissioning of the system, all while adhering to safety, certification, and operational constraints.
The solicitation process has been formalized through multiple amendments and notices, including a detailed statement of objectives, technical drawings, wage rate requirements compliant with federal labor standards, and instructions for bid submission. The project emphasizes strict adherence to performance timelines, safety protocols, and coordination with plant operations, with a focus on security and operational integrity. Interested contractors are encouraged to respond within the specified deadlines, with the procurement conducted under full and open competition, ensuring transparency and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. The contract also includes provisions for temporary security measures during installation and emphasizes the importance of proper documentation and acknowledgment of solicitation amendments.
The Bureau of Reclamation's Missouri Basin Region is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of replacing the main vehicle access gate at the Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel in Leadville, Colorado. The project involves installing a remotely actuated dual tilt vertical pivot gate with associated sensors, wiring, and communication cables, in the same location as the existing gate, with a focus on ensuring minimal height extension to avoid interference with overhead powerlines. The work is scheduled to occur between June and September, requiring all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for removal of the old gate and installation of the new system, including stanchions, footings, and keypads.
This notice is solely for market research and planning purposes under FAR Part 10 and does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee of future procurement. Interested small businesses, including those with socioeconomic designations such as HUBZone, 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned, or Native American/Indian-Owned, are encouraged to submit capability statements by February 5, 2025. The responses should include company details, relevant experience, licensing, bonding, and insurance information. All communications and questions must be directed via email to the designated Contracting Specialists by January 30, 2025. The government will review the submissions to determine if the project can be set aside for small businesses and will post any future solicitations on SAM.gov.
The Bureau of Reclamation's Eastern Colorado Area Office is seeking responses from small businesses capable of providing preventative and corrective maintenance services for two gearless traction passenger elevators at the Mt Elbert Pump Generating Plant in Twin Lakes, Colorado. The elevators, approximately 30 years old and upgraded in 2003, are used primarily for personnel and equipment transportation, with specific technical specifications including a 133-foot travel distance, 10 stops, a 5,000-pound capacity, and a speed of 350 feet per minute. The contractor will be responsible for quarterly preventative maintenance, repairs, and annual load testing in compliance with federal, state, and industry standards such as ANSI A17.1, with all licensing and permits obtained and documented.
Interested firms must demonstrate their capability through a detailed capability statement, provide relevant project experience from the past five years, and verify small business status under NAICS code 238290 with a size standard of $22 million. The submission should include business details, certifications, and a description of any teaming or subcontracting arrangements. Responses are due by December 12, 2024, and should be submitted via email to Monte Baird. This sources sought notice is part of the market research process to determine the potential for set-aside opportunities or full competition, with the possibility of future solicitations based on the responses received.
The notice announces the cancellation of the ECAO Multiple Award IDIQ requirement, though the need for the Flatiron Embedded Pipe Rehabilitation project remains active. Interested parties are directed to consult the updated Unique Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID) 140R6024R0019 for the latest information and requirements related to this project. The contract falls under the NAICS code 237990, indicating it pertains to specialized construction services, and is managed by the Great Plains Regional Office within the Department of the Interior.
This opportunity, initially listed as solicitation number 140R6024R0015, was posted on May 7, 2024, and does not specify any set-aside designations. The contracting office is located in Billings, Montana, and inquiries can be directed to Monte Baird via the provided contact details. The office emphasizes that while the broader multiple award IDIQ contract is no longer required, the embedded pipe rehabilitation initiative with Flatiron continues to move forward under the updated procurement instrument.
Department Of The InteriorMT,
NAICS
237990
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
PSC
Z2JZ
Maintenance, Repair, or Alteration of Real Property
