SAM #1240LU26Q0068

Electrical Safety and Infrastructure Upgrade for USDA Forest Service Seed Orchard Pump Station

This opportunity from the USDA Forest Service, Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, seeks electrical construction services for the Salmon River Seed Orchard Pump Station in Idaho. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest - CSA Intermountain 9 office and Salmon River Ranger District - Project Scope: - Relocate overhead power lines to underground - Install a new NEMA Type 4, 400A, 480V, 3-phase electrical disconnect switch and post - Replace one motor control panel and rewire pump controls - Remove and replace wiring trough and connections to motor controllers - Optional: Replace two additional motor control panels and install protective bollards - Products/Line Items: - Electrical disconnect switch and post (NEMA Type 4, 400A, 480V, 3-phase) - Motor control panel replacements (up to three, including optional items) - Underground conduit installation (approx. 65 feet of 4 schedule 40 PVC) - Wiring trough replacement - Protective yellow bollards (optional) - Services: - Modify power delivery from overhead to underground - Third-party electrical inspection for quality assurance - Unique Requirements: - Address hazardous electrical conditions and equipment failures - Maximum continuous construction duration of 230 days, no shutdowns - Coordination with Idaho County Light and Power for power delivery - All assemblies must be suitable for NEMA Type 4 Motor Control Centers - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; all technical details and part numbers are referenced in attachments. - Small business set-aside under NAICS code 237130.

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1240LU26Q0068 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Seed Orchard Disconnect and Electrical Life Safety Rehab. This project is to relocate the overhead power to underground power, install a new electrical disconnect, and replace pump controls at the Salmon River Seed Orchard Pump Station. The project will correct several electrical deficiencies at the Salmon River Seed Orchard Pump Station, that have resulted in hazardous conditions and equipment failures. The project would include removing existing overhead power, weather head, and pole and replacing it with new underground service to new Type 4, 400A, 480V, 3 phased disconnect switch and post. Removing existing electrical backboard and replacing with new pumpstation mounting assembly suitable for three NEMA Type4 Motor Control Centers.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 237130 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction The small business size standard is $45M. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. Performance & Payment Bonds (FAR 52.228-15): Both required at 100% of original contract price if value in excess of $150,000, due 10 days after award. Only payment protections are required for contracts exceeding $35,000 but not exceeding $150,000, irrevocable letter of credit or payment bond allowed per FAR 52.228-13, due within 10 days of contract award.

Provide quote by: No later than 22 July 2026 by 12:00 P.M. (Mountain Time).

DOCUMENTS TO RETURN: The following documents shall be submitted by the quoter for evaluation to be considered responsive: • 1- Combined Synopsis Solicitation Commercial Construction (SF 1442 Page 2 filled out). • Schedule of Items • Attachment 7 - Experience Questionnaire • Acknowledge Amendments (per the instructions in Block 11 on the SF-30) if applicable. Send quote to: Forest Service, Property and Procurement Services, Intermountain Zone, CSA #9 Attn: Daniel Franco E-mail: Daniel.franco@usda.gov

Organized Site Visit Site visit will be performed on 07/07/2026 at 11:00 AM MST. Per FAR Part 52.236-3 “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work”, contractor is encouraged and expected to visit the site. Ensure you are familiar with inclement weather as this may hinder access to certain roads.

For solicitation questions email daniel.franco@usda.gov. Questions are due no later than 13 July 2026 by 12:00 P.M. (Mountain Time). This will ensure enough time to respond before the solicitation period ends. Please include the solicitation name and number (Seed Orchard Disconnect and Electrical Life Safety Rehab, 1240LU26Q0068) as the subject line of the email.

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