NM Bitter Lake NWR Electric & Roof

NM-BITTER LAKE NWR-ELECTRICAL UPGRADE AND ROOF REPLACEMENT
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) requires construction services to perform an electrical system upgrade and roof replacement within the Biology Compound at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Roswell, New Mexico. Work includes replacing the existing non compliant electrical service with a new 200 amp, 3 phase main panel; repiping and refeeding electrical distribution to multiple buildings; and bringing all associated components into compliance with current electrical code. The project also requires removal of approximately 2,863 square feet of the existing built up roof on the historic 1937 CCC constructed Biology Building and installation of a new fleece back membrane roofing system with all required flashings, terminations, penetrations, and accessories. All work shall maintain and protect the historic integrity of the structure.
The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to complete the project.
Interested contractors are highly encouraged to conduct a site visit, per FAR 36.523. A site visit is scheduled for 10 June 2026 at 0900 local time. For meet-up information see the instructions in Section L.
All work must be completed as soon as possible but no later than July 31, 2026.
All work shall be accomplished in accordance with the provisions of the FWS contract and the attached documents.
Per the requirements of FAR 36.204, the project range is estimated to be between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.
This acquisition is a Total Small Business set-aside. All responsible sources with Small Business status may submit a quotation which, if timely received, will be considered. Offers received from concerns that are not Small Business concerns shall be considered nonresponsive and will be rejected.
The Government intends to award a single, Firm-Fixed-Price contract. Award selection will be made on a Best Value basis after consideration of price and factors other than price (Technical and Past Performance) as listed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ)/Solicitation. See Terms and Conditions (Contract Clauses), Sections L and M, for the Submission requirements and Evaluation Factors for Award.
Requests for information and quotes shall be submitted to Nicole Johnson via email to nicole_johnson@ios.doi.gov

Background
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) requires construction services to perform an electrical system upgrade and roof replacement within the Biology Compound at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Roswell, New Mexico.

The goal of the contract is to enhance the facility's electrical infrastructure and maintain the historical integrity of the structure while ensuring compliance with current electrical codes.

Work Details
The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to complete the project. The work includes:

1. Replacing the existing non-compliant electrical service with a new 200 amp, 3-phase main panel; repiping and refeeding electrical distribution to multiple buildings; and ensuring all components comply with current electrical code.

2. Removal of approximately 2,863 square feet of the existing built-up roof on the historic 1937 CCC constructed Biology Building and installation of a new fleece-back membrane roofing system with all required flashings, terminations, penetrations, and accessories. All work must protect and maintain the historic integrity of the structure.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed from July 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026.

Place of Performance
Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Biology Compound, 4265 E. Pine Lodge Road, Roswell, NM 88201.

Bidder Requirements
This acquisition is a Total Small Business set-aside. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds for awards over $35,000. Offers from concerns that are not Small Business concerns will be considered nonresponsive and rejected.