Tyler Spencer is a government contact at Upper Colorado Regional Office. Tyler is associated with 14 contracts. Upper Colorado Regional Office has $103,603,844 in total awards. Activity spans Water Supply and Irrigation Systems, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, and Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing.
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Solicitation 140R4026R0025 is a total small business set-aside for the East Canal Efficiency Improvements project on the Uncompahgre Project in Delta County, Colorado. Managed by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Regional Office, the project has an estimated magnitude between 5 million and 10 million dollars. The scope of work involves the construction of water supply facilities, specifically the installation of approximately 170 feet of parallel 54-inch HDPE pipe for a double barrel siphon, as well as 48-inch and 42-inch polypropylene profile wall piping. Additional requirements include the construction of concrete hydraulic structures, metalwork for diversion pipeline inlets, flow measuring equipment installation, earthwork, and clearing and grubbing. Work is subject to seasonal restrictions tied to irrigation shutdown and startup dates to avoid interference with agricultural operations.
The period of performance is scheduled from January 25, 2027, to November 1, 2028, with performance required to begin within 21 days of award. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and will be evaluated based on a best value cost/technical tradeoff process considering technical approach, construction schedule, project team composition, past performance, and price. Awardees must provide performance and payment bonds within 10 calendar days of award and maintain liability insurance for work on government installations. Invoicing must be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The project is governed by FAR 52.246-12 for inspection of construction, with final acceptance occurring only at the jobsite after successful installation and testing.
Department Of The InteriorUT,$5M–$10Mest.
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The Department of the Interior, through the Reclamation Contracting Activity, is soliciting quotes for an Injection Well Failure Mode Evaluation at the Paradox Valley Unit in western Colorado. This total small business set-aside under NAICS 541690 requires a contractor to identify, evaluate, and document potential risks and failure modes for the surface, subsurface, and reservoir systems of the PVU Injection Well. The scope of work includes a comprehensive system review of project documentation, the definition of failure indicators, and the recommendation of monitoring and diagnostic methods. Key deliverables include a draft and final report, which must be signed and stamped by a registered professional engineer, and participation in bi-weekly progress meetings.
The government intends to award a single fixed-price purchase order based on the lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) offer. Technical evaluations will focus on the proposed methods, work schedule, quality control plan, and personnel qualifications, specifically requiring a minimum of ten years of relevant industry experience in deep brine disposal wells. Past performance will be rated as acceptable or not acceptable, though a lack of past performance is also considered acceptable. The period of performance is scheduled from January 20, 2027, through April 30, 2027. Quotes must be submitted via email by November 10, 2026, and all payment requests must be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform.
Department Of The InteriorCO,
NAICS
541690
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Solicitation 140R4026Q0165 is a firm-fixed-price request for bids issued by the Bureau of Reclamation for the Ridges Basin Dam Gate Hydraulic Modification project located near Durango, Colorado. The primary objective is to replace specific sections of 1.5-inch diameter Schedule 80 steel hydraulic piping with flexible hydraulic hoses to enable the jet flow gate bonnet and cylinder to be lifted 12 inches without disconnecting the system. The scope of work includes isolating and draining the system, welding four adapter fittings, installing two 1.5-inch inner diameter hoses, and refilling the system with ISO VG-46 biodegradable hydraulic fluid cleaned through a 4-micron element. The contractor is also required to provide one assembled spare hose, coat any new or damaged steel piping, and demonstrate the 12-inch movement capability.
The project has a performance period of ninety calendar days from the date of award. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, and will be awarded to the responsible offeror with the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Technical evaluations will focus on the proposed approach, work schedule, labor and equipment mix, personnel qualifications, and a comprehensive Quality Control Plan. Additionally, contractors must provide past performance data for at least three similar projects. All work must comply with ASME B31.1 welding standards and Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates for heavy construction in Colorado. Required deliverables include a Safety Plan submitted within 30 days of award and invoices processed through the IPP system.
The Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project (NGWSP) Block 2-3 Pipeline is a major federal construction initiative managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation under the Department of the Interior, with the solicitation issued as a sealed bid (IFB) under number 140R4026B0001. The project entails approximately 11.9 miles of buried water transmission pipeline, including 6.0 miles of 42-inch diameter pipe and 5.9 miles of 48-inch diameter pipe, along with two 0.3-million-gallon ground-level storage tanks, access roads, wash and bored crossings, precast manholes, concrete thrust collars, miter bends, valves, air valves, blowoffs, road and utility crossings, erosion control systems, cathodic protection, and SCADA equipment. The work is to be performed in San Juan County, New Mexico, with all materials and equipment subject to stringent handling, storage, and transportation standards, including use of padded bolsters for steel pipe, protective tarps, and compliance with manufacturer and fabricator instructions. The contract requires full adherence to Buy American provisions, and small business participation goals are set at 5% for woman-owned small businesses and 3% for HubZone small businesses.
The solicitation, posted on June 24, 2026, with a response deadline of June 30, 2026, mandates that bids be submitted as sealed originals and one copy, clearly marked with the offeror’s information, solicitation number, and due date, and must include a bid guarantee. Awards will be made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing evaluated for fairness, reasonableness, and balance. The total bid price excludes estimated Navajo Nation and New Mexico Gross Receipts Taxes, which will be reimbursed through invoices during performance. The contract’s period of performance requires commencement within 21 days of notice to proceed and full completion within 675 calendar days. Technical administration is governed by a designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), who will inspect work, approve documentation, and verify as-built drawings monthly before progress payments are processed; payments follow FAR 52.232-27, are tied strictly to physical completion, and exclude advance payments. All offerors must have current representations and certifications submitted in SAM, including compliance with FAR clauses covering gratuities, contingent fees, anti-kickback procedures,
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA$100M–$150Mest.
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The contract solicitation for Navajo Dam Water Line Repairs, numbered 140R4026Q0125, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5 with a NAICS code of 221310 for Electric Power Generation, targeting small business contractors for skilled labor services related to critical infrastructure repair. The work is to be performed at Navajo Dam with a defined performance period from October 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026. The solicitation mandates strict adherence to federal labor standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act and Service Contract Act, with wage determination NM20260040 directly incorporated to govern prevailing wage rates for labor classifications such as electricians, carpenters, laborers, and equipment operators. All contractors must comply with Executive Orders 13658 and 13706 regarding minimum wage and paid sick leave, though no offeror certifications or representations have been submitted as of the posting date. The contracting office is the Bureau of Reclamation’s Upper Colorado Region in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Tyler Spencer designated as the primary point of contact and contracting officer, though no COTR or COR information is provided.
Proposal responses are due by August 21, 2026, and must be submitted to the specified office address or through electronic means referencing the solicitation number, with no explicit page limits or format restrictions specified beyond adherence to standard federal amendment structures. While the scope involves labor-intensive repair work, no technical specifications, drawings, inspection criteria, or packaging requirements are detailed in the documentation. Pricing is not presented in a structured CLIN format; instead, only prevailing hourly wage rates for labor categories are listed without quantities, estimated total value, or option provisions. The government retains sole authority for inspection and acceptance, with no FOB terms, invoicing method, or payment office details outlined. No contract type is explicitly indicated, and there are no options, termination clauses, security requirements, key personnel mandates, or organizational conflict of interest provisions included. The absence of evaluation factors, award basis, or cost breakdowns suggests the award may follow a lowest price technically acceptable approach, though this is not confirmed. All compliance obligations center on labor standards, with no technical or logistical deliverables beyond timeliness and adherence to wage and leave requirements.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
221310
Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
PSC
Z2NE
Maintenance, Repair, or Alteration of Real Property
The solicitation for Navajo Bulk Fencing Supplies, identified by number 140R4026Q0103, is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, with the NAICS code 332323, and is managed by the Upper Colorado Regional Office of the Department of the Interior in Salt Lake City, Utah. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, and the response deadline has been extended via Amendment 0002 to July 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM Mountain Time, with the official closing time listed as 3:00 PM UTC. The primary point of contact is Nayda Gonzalez Salgado, reachable via email and phone provided. Attachment 1 contains the Statement of Work for the fencing supplies, and Attachment 2 includes the Price Schedule, though the full details of requirements, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and contract terms are not accessible due to restricted or incomplete data retrieval. No information is available regarding specific delivery schedules, inspection and acceptance criteria, packaging and marking requirements, payment terms, contract administration details, or special conditions such as bonding or insurance. The estimated contract value is unspecified, and no representations, certifications, or socioeconomic details are accessible in the provided materials. The place of performance and performance period are not indicated in the retrieved data.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
USA
NAICS
332323
Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing
The Vega State Park Wildlife Forest Management Project, awarded under solicitation number 140R4026Q0082, is a federal contract administered by the Upper Colorado Regional Office within the Department of the Interior. The work is classified under NAICS code 115310, indicating it involves support activities for forestry, encompassing the management, preservation, and ecological enhancement of forested lands within Vega State Park. The contract was posted on July 16, 2026, and is directed toward maintaining and improving wildlife habitat, forest health, and sustainable land use practices in alignment with federal conservation goals. Performance location details are not specified, but the managing office is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Tyler Spencer designated as the primary point of contact for inquiries and coordination.
The project is not subject to a specific small business set-aside, and the scope likely includes activities such as invasive species control, prescribed burning, tree thinning, trail and infrastructure maintenance, wildlife monitoring, and public education initiatives tied to forest stewardship. As a federal award, the contract demands compliance with environmental regulations and resource protection standards under the Department of the Interior’s purview. Interested parties can access additional details through the official SAM.gov link provided, which contains the full award notice and administrative documentation. All work performed must adhere to federal guidelines for ecological integrity and public land management, ensuring long-term sustainability of the park's natural resources.
This contract, titled RIDGES BASIN GATE HYDRAULICS MOD and solicited under number 140R4026Q0115, is a fixed-price procurement issued by the Department of the Interior’s Upper Colorado Regional Office, specifically administered by the Bureau of Reclamation, for hydraulic modifications at the Ridges Basin Dam outlet works gate house near Durango, Colorado. The work involves replacing portions of two existing hydraulic pipes with flexible hydraulic hose to enable a 12-inch lift of the jet flow gate without disconnecting the hydraulic system, requiring full labor, materials, equipment, mobilization, and demobilization. All materials must be new and unused, with pressurized components rated at a minimum of 3,000 psi and hoses matching a 1.5-inch inner diameter. The scope includes isolation and drainage of existing fluid, removal and replacement of piping, installation of hose supports, system testing, air-bleeding, refilling with clean fluid, coating of new and damaged steel components, and delivery of one complete spare hose. The contractor must also provide detailed design documentation, product data, a safety plan within 14 days of award, and comply with strict submittal deadlines for drawings and cut sheets, all subject to review under a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan.
The contract is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 811310, requiring the successful offeror to be a registered small business with an active UEI and CAGE code maintained throughout performance. Offers must be submitted as sealed bids by 1:00 PM local time on August 7, 2026, and must include administrative, technical, past performance, and pricing proposals with the full price schedule completed. Evaluation will follow a lowest-priced, technically acceptable process, with technical approach, quality control plan, and personnel qualifications serving as pass/fail criteria. The contract period is 90 calendar days from award, running from August 26 to November 23, 2026, with payment to be processed exclusively through the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform. The contractor must submit a payment bond or irrevocable letter of credit equal to 100% of the contract price within 21 days of award, covering the full performance period plus one additional year. Numerous FAR and agency-specific clauses apply, including labor standards, whistleblower rights, cybersecurity, CUI safeguarding, and prohibitions on confidential agreements, and all subcontractors must
Department Of The InteriorUT,
NAICS
811310
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
The contract for the Simon Draw Diversions project is a sole-source award issued under FAR 6.302-2 due to unusual and compelling urgency, necessitating immediate completion before the end of the 2026 irrigation season. The award was made to WCA Construction, LLC, an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise, under DIAR 1480.401(c)(2), which authorizes non-competitive procurement for tribal small businesses. The scope includes modifying the existing Earl Hart Ditch diversion structure to accommodate a 3.3 CFS flow and constructing a new diversion at Simon Wetlands with a 0.5 CFS capacity, both incorporating functional flow measurement devices to ensure compliance with state water rights regulations. All work must occur at the project site located approximately five miles northeast of Cortez in Montezuma County, Colorado, with administrative oversight by the Bureau of Reclamation’s Upper Colorado Regional Office in Salt Lake City, Utah. No competitive evaluation factors were applied, and no detailed cost data, contract value, or pricing structure is provided. The contract does not specify packaging, inspection criteria, invoicing methods, payment details, or accounting lines. While SAM registration is required, no CAGE code or UEI is listed, and no COR/COTR is identified, with Tyler Spencer serving as the sole point of contact. Submission of proposals was to be conducted via direct email without a formal deadline, and no standard construction or engineering specifications such as ASTM or USBR standards were cited, though the work is implied to meet general federal procurement integrity requirements under FAR and DIAR. No attachments, options, security requirements, or conflict of interest clauses are included in the available documentation.
The contract award is for Trimble R980 units and associated accessories under solicitation number RFQ1813590, issued by the Upper Colorado Regional Office of the Department of the Interior. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334511, indicating it relates to navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments manufacturing. The award was posted on June 15, 2026, and the performing office is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a zip code of 84138. The primary point of contact for this contract is Tyler Spencer, reachable via email at tyler_spencer@ios.doi.gov or by phone at 801-524-3653. No specific place of performance beyond the office location is provided, and no set-aside designation is indicated for this award. The contract details are accessible through the SAM.gov portal using the provided UI link.
Department Of The InteriorUT,
NAICS
334511
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
