Active Solicitation · INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO

    Tainter Gates Sandblasting

    INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO
    Sol. 191BWC26B0001SolicitationSet-aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)El Paso, TX
    Open · 6d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    6
    closes Jun 9, 2026
    POSTED
    May 16, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    237990
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    Z2LB
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The International Boundary and Water Commission is soliciting proposals for the sandblasting and painting of eight Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam in Texas. The project includes surface preparation, coating application, and compliance with safety regulations. This is a 100% Small Business Set Aside opportunity, with a project duration of 365 days and an estimated value between $1 million and $5 million.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    191BWC26B0001
    Notice Type
    Solicitation
    Set-Aside
    Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
    Posted Date
    May 16, 2026
    Response Deadline
    June 9, 2026
    NAICS Code
    237990AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    Z2LB
    Contract Code
    19BM
    Primary Contact
    Angelica Baca
    State
    TX
    ZIP Code
    79902
    AI Product/Service
    service

    Description

    The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, United States Section (USIBWC) intends to issue a solicitation for the sandblasting and painting of eight (8) Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam located in Val Verde County, Texas. The project involves the rehabilitation of the radial gates, including surface preparation, sandblasting, and application of a new coating system to ensure the longevity and functionality of the gates. Scope of Work: The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks: Testing for lead-based paint on the existing coatings. Complete removal of existing paint/coating from the eight radial gates. Surface preparation through sandblasting to achieve the required cleanliness and profile. Application of a new coating system as specified in the technical specifications. Replacement of radial gate anodes, side seals, bottom seals, and seal fasteners. Re-tensioning of gate cables and alignment of gates after seal replacement and re-lubrication. Compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, including the handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Project Duration: The project is expected to be completed within 365 days from the date of award. Site Visit: Contractors are highly encouraged to attend a site visit to provide potential bidders with an opportunity to inspect the worksite and existing conditions. Site visits may be schedule for Amistad Field Office, 670 Texas Spur 349, Del Rio, TX 78840 with the following CORs: Evelio Siller-Area Operations Manager evelio.siller@ibwc.gov 830-469-3440 915-315-0009 Juan Escobar – Powerplant Superintendent juan.escobar@ibwc.gov 830-469-3440 Demetrius Gaines-Assistant Area Operations Manager demetrius.gaines@ibwc.gov 830-469-3440 Virtual site visits (video/photographs) are not permitted. Site visits should be scheduled by the due date posted on form SF1442 Section "01-08 - Bid Instructions" The approximate Estimated Magnitude of this project is $1 Million to $5 Million. Contract Type: This is a 100% Small Business Set Aside. Only Offers from Small Businesses will be considered for this solicitation. The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. NAICS Code: The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction with a corresponding small business standard of $45 Million. Active Unique Entity ID (UEI#) needs to be included in your offer. The government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror based on technically acceptability, based on Contractor's Technical Approach, Expertise and Qualified Personnel to provide the services, Past Performance, and Management Approach will be evaluated. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, subcontract, supervision, and management to perform the requirements of this Statement of Work (SOW). Technical Approach - Quote must demonstrate the technical approach by providing a narrative addressing all the items in the scope. The narrative shall at a minimum include your plan of action, equipment, key team members, and schedule. Past Performance – Quotes shall demonstrate successful past performance of at least 3 three (3) references for similar projects. The information shall include name of person, company, phone number, email address, and brief description of the project. Offerors shall meet or exceed and specifications and scope of work of items being quoted. Failure to submit required technical approach and past performance will deem a proposal non-responsive and no consideration for award will be given. INVOICE PROCESSING PLATFORM The U.S. Section International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) has transitioned to an electronic invoicing system. The Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) is a secure, web-based system provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. IPP is available at no cost to any commercial vendor or independent contractor doing business with a participating government agency. Information concerning accessing the IPP system will be provided at time of award. For further information, please contact angelica.baca@ibwc.gov via email ONLY END of solicitation/RFB Attachments: SF1442 - 191BWC26B0001 245A - Minimum Quals for Award Joint Venture 245B - Minimum Quals for Award 245 - Minimum Quals for Award 358 - Non-Disclosure Agreement B-1 Amistad Dam Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Survey B-2 Amistad Power Plant Asbestos and Lead Survey Report B-3 Amistad Asbestos and Lead paint Survey SOW Radial Gate SPECS IBWC-110 Certification of Authority for Signing Bids IBWC-116 Statement of Equipment IBWC-117 Pre-Bid Conference Attendance Wage Determination Q&As 5/16/26 M001 - To attached Q&A and Updated SF1442 form and the following updates below: 1. Vendors will be granted access to upload bids starting on 5/28/26. 2. Names of individuals who plan to attend the site visit on 5/27/26, shall be furnished before 5/26/27 by email submission to evelio.siller@ibwc.gov with a copy to angelica.baca@ibwc.gov 3. Project Period of Performance is expected to be completed within 365 days from the date of award. 4. Evaluation Process: The government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror based on technically acceptability, based on Contractor's Technical Approach, Expertise and Qualified Personnel to provide the services, Past Performance, and Management Approach will be evaluated. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, subcontract, supervision, and management to perform the requirements of this Statement of Work (SOW). Technical Approach - Quote must demonstrate the technical approach by providing a narrative addressing all the items in the scope. The narrative shall at a minimum include your plan of action, equipment, key team members, and schedule. Past Performance – Quotes shall demonstrate successful past performance of at least 3 three (3) references for similar projects. The information shall include name of person, company, phone number, email address, and brief description of the project.

    Key dates

    1. May 16, 2026Posted Date
    2. June 9, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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    Tainter Gates Sandblasting is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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