Operations, Maintenance, and Repair of the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) Nogales, Arizona

Project ID: FY263281036 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	International Boundary and Water Commission U.S.-Mexico
Deadline	06/18/26
Posted	06/04/26
Estimated Value	$3,500,000 - $9,000,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	221320 - Sewage Treatment Facilities
PSC	Not Provided
Location	Rio Rico, AZ 85648 United States

Description

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DRAFT SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (USIBWC) Operations, Maintenance, and Repair of the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) Nogales, Arizona 1. PURPOSE This Sources Sought notice is issued solely for market research and information gathering in accordance with FAR Part 10. This is not a solicitation, does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP), and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with responding to this notice. The USIBWC is seeking to identify qualified contractors capable of performing Operations, Maintenance, and Repair (OMR) Services for the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) located in Santa Cruz County, Rio Rico, Arizona, as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Nogales IOI system. 2. PROJECT BACKGROUND The IOI conveys raw sewage originating from Nogales, Sonora (MX), Nogales, AZ, and Rio Rico, AZ to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant (NIWTP). The pipeline spans approximately 46,600 linear feet and includes 110 manholes. The PWS describes a comprehensive scope including annual inspections, smoke testing, manhole cleaning, emergency response, CMMS operation, repairs, regulatory reporting, and cybersecurity requirements for associated systems. The anticipated contract structure is a five year period of performance (Base Year plus four Option Years). 3. SCOPE OF REQUIRED CAPABILITIES Interested contractors must demonstrate capability to perform, at a minimum: Operations & Maintenance Annual CCTV/Sonar inspection of entire 46,600 ft pipeline and 110 manholes Smoke testing twice per year Routine and as needed cleaning; sediment, debris, and obstruction removal Waste disposal in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations Vegetation management Fats, Oils, Grease (FOG), odor, and corrosion control programs Flow and level monitoring (15 minute intervals), data integration with CMMS/GIS Operation of an IOI dedicated Arizona Grade IV Certified Wastewater Collection Operator onsite Welding shut manholes for security (tack weld specification per PWS) Full implementation and operation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) meeting FISMA High, FedRAMP High, and NIST SP 800 171 requirements for CUI/SCADA environments

Repairs and Emergency Response

24/7 monitoring and rapid emergency response SSO Response Plan with 60 minute dispatch and full ADEQ compliance Rain event clean out within 48 hours Pipeline and manhole repairs within 24 hours of discovery or immediate bypass implementation Replacement of covers, ladders, joints, seals Infiltration/inflow monitoring and flood readiness planning Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Requirements OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 compliance Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) coordination Hazardous materials evaluation and disposal (lead/asbestos, as applicable) Site security and coordination with DHS/CBP when required Compliance with applicable Public Laws, Federal standards, and building codes to the maximum extent practicable 4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Interested firms must submit a capability statement (no more than 10 pages) addressing the following: A. Company Information Name, address, UEI, CAGE code Point of Contact (name, title, phone, email) Business size/status under NAICS 221320 Sewage Treatment Facilities Socioeconomic category (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.) B. Relevant Experience Demonstrated experience (within the past 5 years) performing O&M and emergency repair of wastewater collection systems of similar size, complexity, and regulatory sensitivity Experience with CMMS implementation for wastewater/collection systems Experience meeting NIST SP 800 53 High, NIST SP 800 171 Rev. 3, FIPS 140 3, and FedRAMP High environments (if proposing cloud based CMMS) C. Key Personnel Qualifications and certifications of proposed IOI Operator (Arizona Grade IV) Wastewater operations personnel and emergency response staffing capabilities D. Technical Approach Overview Preliminary staffing approach Proposal for meeting the PWS inspection, testing, and reporting requirements Emergency response strategy (SSO, storm events, vulnerabilities beneath wash/creek areas) E. Past Performance Contract numbers, periods of performance, dollar values, brief descriptions Points of contact for verification F. Additional Input Industry feedback is invited on: Availability of qualified firms Recommended contract type (Firm Fixed Price vs Hybrid CLIN structure) Potential barriers to competition Comments on CMMS cybersecurity requirements 5. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS Responses should be submitted via email to: Suzette.Smith@IBWC.gov and PhilipJohnson@ibwc.gov Subject line: Sources Sought Nogales IOI OMR Services Deadline: 6/18/2026 No telephone inquiries will be accepted. 6. DISCLAIMER This notice is issued for market research only, in accordance with FAR 10.002. Responses do not constitute offers and will not be used to award a contract. Respondents may be contacted for clarification or additional information.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (USIBWC) is seeking qualified contractors for Operations, Maintenance, and Repair (OMR) Services for the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) located in Santa Cruz County, Rio Rico, Arizona. The IOI conveys raw sewage from Nogales, Sonora (MX), Nogales, AZ, and Rio Rico, AZ to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant (NIWTP). This contract aims to ensure the effective operation and maintenance of this critical infrastructure over a five-year period. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for comprehensive OMR services including: 1. Annual CCTV/Sonar inspections of the 46,600-ft pipeline and 110 manholes. 2. Conducting smoke tests twice a year. 3. Routine cleaning and removal of sediment, debris, and obstructions as needed. 4. Waste disposal in compliance with regulations. 5. Vegetation management around manholes not connected to the City of Nogales. 6. Implementation of FOG control programs and odor/corrosion mitigation strategies. 7. Operation of flow monitoring systems with data integration into CMMS/GIS at 15-minute intervals. 8. Onsite operation by an Arizona Grade IV Certified Wastewater Collection Operator. 9. 24/7 emergency response capabilities including SSO response plans. 10. Compliance with OSHA standards and coordination with ADEQ for environmental regulations. 11. Development of a Capacity Management Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) program within 90 days of notice to proceed. Period of Performance The contract is anticipated to span five years consisting of a base year plus four option years. Place of Performance The work will be performed within the United States on land owned by the USIBWC, specifically starting at the US/Mexico border and extending to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 865 Rio Rico Industrial Park, Rio Rico, AZ. Bidder Requirements Bidders must demonstrate experience in O&M services for wastewater collection systems similar in size and complexity within the past five years. Key personnel must include an Arizona Grade IV Certified Wastewater Collection Operator and staff capable of emergency response operations. Contractors must also comply with cybersecurity requirements as outlined by NIST SP 800-171 for CUI/SCADA environments.

Contacts

Contact name	Philip Johnson
Contact email	philip.johnson@ibwc.gov
Contact phone	None
Secondary contact name	Suzette Smith
Secondary contact email	suzette.smith@ibwc.gov
Secondary contact phone	None