Water Tower Refurbishment

Project ID: 140G0126Q0123 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	USGS Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Deadline	05/22/26
Posted	05/05/26
Estimated Value	$40,000 - $120,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
PSC	Z1NE - Maintenance Of Water Supply Facilities
Location	Gainesville, FL USA

Description

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Summary

The USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Cent located in Gainesville, FL has a requirement to refurbish a 10,000-gallon elevated water tank. It includes the following:

Repainting Exterior

Pressure washing, surface prep (Surface Preparation Standards #2 & #3 Hand or power tool cleaning removes loose rust, paint, and mill scale), primer and polyurethane finish.

Repainting Interior

Tank draining (by others), abrasive blasting to (Surface Preparation Standards #10 Near-White Metal), epoxy prime/finish coats, weld/ladders stripe coat, debris disposal.

Ladder Repair

Remove old ladder, install new 10-ft steel ladder with welded standoff brackets, paint per interior spec. - Work will take place in the following county in Florida: Alachua - Period of Performance is 30 days after notice to proceed is issued. - Request for Quotes (RFQ) 140G0126Q0123 will close May 22, 2026, at 10:00 am pacific time. - A site visit will be held on May 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM. (EST) CONTRACTORS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THE SITE VISIT. For site visit information please refer to FAR Clauses 52.236-27 and 52.236-27A*1. If you are planning to attend please email either Dayna Parkin or Larry Forshee at dayna_parkin@ios.doi.gov or lforshee@usgs.gov to provide you re the names who are going, and emails along with phone numbers no later than 24 hours before the site visit starts. - The NAICS Code is 237110. The size standard is $45.0 million. This acquisition will be 100% Small Business Set Aside. - All question pertaining to this solicitation, including questions that arise during the site visit, must be submitted to dayna_parkin@ios.doi.gov at least 4 calendar days before the proposals due date. Questions that are not submitted in writing or that are not submitted at least 4 calendar days before the proposal due date may not receive a response. - The anticipated award date of the contract is May 29, 2026. A vendor must be registered at https://www.sam.gov/portal to be eligible for award. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes may be emailed to dayna_parkin@ios.doi.gov. Faxed Quotes will not be accepted.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Wetland and Aquatic Research Center (WARC) located in Gainesville, FL, has a requirement to refurbish a 10,000-gallon elevated water tank. This refurbishment is crucial for maintaining operational readiness, meeting safety standards, and extending the service life of the facility's infrastructure. WARC's mission is to provide objective, high-quality science in support of natural resource management across the southeastern United States and globally. The refurbishment of critical infrastructure like the water tower is essential for sustaining operational capacity and protecting personnel, equipment, and research. Work Details The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to refurbish the 10,000-gallon elevated water tank located at 7920 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL. The scope of work includes: - Repainting Exterior: Pressure washing, surface preparation (Surface Preparation Standards #2 & #3), primer application, and polyurethane finish. - Repainting Interior: Tank draining (to be performed by others), abrasive blasting to Surface Preparation Standards #10 (Near-White Metal), epoxy prime/finish coats, weld/ladders stripe coat, and debris disposal. - Ladder Repair: Removal of the old ladder and installation of a new 10-ft steel ladder with welded standoff brackets; painting per interior specifications. Period of Performance Work shall be completed within 30 days after receiving the Notice to Proceed. Place of Performance U.S. Geological Survey Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, 7920 NW 71st Street, Gainesville, FL 32653

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