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Hoover Dam Interpretive Design for Observation Level, Theaters, and Outdoor Are

ID: DOIRFBO260012 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  90%
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Hoover Dam Interpretive Design for Observation Level, Theaters, and Outdoor Areas
This is a sources sought synopsis for acquisition planning purposes only. No formal solicitation for this work exists at this time. This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time.
The responses to this synopsis will be used as Market Research to determine the Bureau of Reclamation's overall procurement strategy. All interested concerns may submit capability statements for consideration. Capability statements received will be reviewed to determine the quantity and availability of contractors who have the ability to provide the services required. Based upon the response to this announcement and capability statement, the Government may determine to set this acquisition aside, proceed with an unrestricted solicitation, or decide on alternative procurement strategy.
The Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, has a requirement for the furnishing of labor, materials and equipment to fabricate, ship and install complete and functioning interpretive exhibits for the Hoover Dam Visitor Center Observation Level, Theaters, and Outdoor Areas.
The project includes the following:
a. Exhibit Contractor is responsible for the design, fabrication and installation of custom artifact mounts where required.
b. Exhibit Contractor is responsible for verifying all measurements, including weight of each object to ensure the custom mounts are suitably fabricated and installed.
c. Exhibit Contractor is responsible for the coordination and interface of Government-Furnished and Installed work with Work of this Contract to provide all required mechanical and electrical rough-ins, openings, supports, dimensions, etc., as required for complete installation.
The overall period of performance is scheduled for no more than 570 calendar days. Start date expected to be May 2027. The project spans the full Hoover Dam site. Project is accessible through existing roadways. Parking will be in existing parking lots and structures. Staging will be in designated lay-down areas coordinated between the contractor and on-site Reclamation representative.
The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541430 Graphic Design Services. The government is open to suggestions of other possible NAICS. The applicable Product Service Code is 9999 Miscellaneous Items. Interested firms should submit capability statements (max 4 pages) by August 17, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. Statements should include:
(1) Business name, address, business size and type (8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran, Small Business, Large Business, etc.), and point of contact to include e-mail address and telephone number.
(2) Demonstrate the firm's experience by providing a list of projects completed within the past five years where this type of work was completed. Provide type of project; where the project was/is located; dollar magnitude of the project; owners of the project; project duration; and if the project was completed on time and within budget.
(3) When it is determined that a formal solicitation will be issued, a notice will be posted on Federal Business Opportunities web site at https://sam.gov.
Registration with System for Award Management (SAM), as required by FAR 4.203-1(b), will apply to this procurement. Prospective contractors must be registered by the date proposals are due. Lack of registration in the SAM database will make an offeror ineligible for award. Information on SAM registration can be obtained via the Internet at https://sam.gov/.
All responses to this source sought notice shall be provided to Virginia Toledo, Contracting Officer, via e - mail to: virginia_toledo@ios.doi.gov
Background
The Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Region, is seeking to acquire services for the design, fabrication, and installation of interpretive exhibits at the Hoover Dam Visitor Center. This sources sought notice is intended for market research to inform the Bureau's procurement strategy and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

Work Details
The project involves furnishing labor, materials, and equipment to create complete and functioning interpretive exhibits for the Observation Level, Theaters, and Outdoor Areas of the Hoover Dam Visitor Center. Key responsibilities of the Exhibit Contractor include:

a. Designing, fabricating, and installing custom artifact mounts as required.

b. Verifying all measurements and weights of objects to ensure proper fabrication and installation of mounts.

c. Coordinating with Government-Furnished and Installed work to ensure all necessary mechanical and electrical rough-ins, openings, supports, dimensions, etc., are provided for complete installation.

Period of Performance
The overall period of performance is scheduled for no more than 570 calendar days with an expected start date in May 2027.

Place of Performance
Hoover Dam Boulder City NV 89005

Bidder Requirements
Interested firms must submit capability statements that include business name, address, size/type (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone), point of contact information, and demonstrate relevant experience through a list of similar projects completed in the past five years.

Overview

Response Deadline
Aug. 17, 2026, 8:00 p.m. EDT Due in 26 Days
Posted
July 22, 2026, 11:16 a.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Hoover Dam Boulder City, NV 89005 USA
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
$9 Million
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$1,500,000 - $5,000,000 (AI estimate)
Odds of Award
52%
On 7/22/26 USBR Lower Colorado Basin Region, Boulder City, NV issued Sources Sought DOIRFBO260012 for Hoover Dam Interpretive Design for Observation Level, Theaters, and Outdoor Are due 8/17/26. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 541430 and PSC 9999.
Primary Contact
Name
Toledo, Virginia   Profile
Phone
(928) 343-8136
Fax
928343

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE > BUREAU OF RECLAMATION > LOWER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICE
FPDS Organization Code
1425-00030
Source Organization Code
100179359
Last Updated
July 22, 2026
Last Updated By
fbms_acq@ios.doi.gov
Archive Date
Sept. 1, 2026