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)YUMA, TX
    Open · 26d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    26
    closes Jun 9, 2026
    POSTED
    May 1, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    237990
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    Z2LB
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The International Boundary and Water Commission seeks proposals for sandblasting and painting eight Tainter gates at the Amistad Dam. The project includes surface preparation, coating application, and compliance with safety regulations. This is a 100% Small Business Set Aside, with a project magnitude of $1 million to $5 million. Proposals must demonstrate technical approach and past performance to be considered.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    191BWC26B0001
    Notice Type
    Solicitation
    Set-Aside
    Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
    Posted Date
    May 1, 2026
    Response Deadline
    June 9, 2026
    NAICS Code
    237990AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    Z2LB
    Primary Contact
    Angelica Baca
    City
    YUMA
    State
    TX
    ZIP Code
    85365
    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 six months 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 to the lowest price, technically acceptable, responsible offeror. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, subcontract, supervision, and management to perform the requirements of this Statement of Work (SOW).    

    The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Technical acceptability will be based on the Contractor’s Technical Approach, Expertise and Qualified Personnel to provide the services, and Past Performance.

    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

    Key dates

    1. May 1, 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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