Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service seeks a qualified contractor to perform diagnostic, repair, rehabilitation, electrical, testing, and commissioning services on nine deep‑well systems at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge, CA. The effort is a firm‑fixed‑price purchase order with a performance window from late June through mid‑November 2026. The work includes well‑screen cleaning, pump removal/re‑installation, motor and electrical repairs, well redevelopment, flushing, and full documentation. All labor, equipment, transportation, and incidentals are to be provided by the contractor. The solicitation is set‑aside for small businesses and requires SAM registration, a site visit (optional), and submission of a single PDF quote by August 28, 2026.
• Location: Merced National Wildlife Refuge, 7430 W. Sandy Mush Rd, Merced, CA 95341
• Scope: Diagnostics, pump/motor repair, well redevelopment, flushing, electrical work, testing, commissioning for 9 wells
• Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price purchase order (RFQ) – small‑business set‑aside
• Period of performance: 06/29/2026 – 11/15/2026 (≈4 months)
• Submission deadline: 08/28/2026, 12:00 PM PT (email PDF)
• Questions due: 08/26/2026, 12:00 PM PT (email to Oscar Orozco)
• Award anticipated: 09/01/2026; contract start after award and pre‑performance coordination
• Required registrations: Active SAM registration; compliance with Service Contract Labor Standards
• Evaluation factors: Experience/Technical Capability, Past Performance (weighted higher than price)
• Contact: Oscar Orozco, Contract Specialist, [email protected], (424) 276‑9541