How to bid on Ponderosa B3 Online Access for the Bureau of Reclamation

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Region, intends to award a sole-source contract to Ponderosa Advisors LLC for five years of access to the B3/Water Sage online database. This database provides data on Colorado water rights, stream gauges, and land parcels. The Bureau has used this platform for over ten years.

This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract, not a request for competitive quotes. However, firms that believe they can meet this specific need are invited to submit information. This is an opportunity to inform the agency about your capabilities for future similar requirements.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The notice was published on August 3, 2026. If you believe your firm can meet this need, you must submit a technical capability statement and business profile by August 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM MDT. The anticipated award date for the sole-source contract is September 1, 2026, with a five-year period of performance (base plus four option years).

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for firms that can provide proprietary online database access specifically for Colorado water rights, stream gauging, and land parcels, similar to the B3/Water Sage platform. The NAICS code for this procurement is 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. This is particularly relevant for companies with proprietary data platforms in the water resource management or geospatial data sectors.

How to respond to this notice

To respond, you need to submit a technical capability statement and a business profile. Send these documents via email to Monica Burgio, Contract Specialist, at [email protected]. The deadline for submission is August 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM MDT.

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Tips for preparing a competitive response

Even though this is a sole-source notice, a strong capability statement can position your firm for future opportunities. Clearly articulate how your solution specifically addresses the agency's stated need for data on Colorado water rights, stream gauging, and land parcels. Highlight any proprietary aspects of your platform that make it unique.

Ensure your business profile is up-to-date and accurately reflects your firm's experience and qualifications in relevant areas. Provide concrete examples of past performance that demonstrate your ability to deliver similar services. While this specific notice is not a competitive request, demonstrating your firm's technical prowess and unique offerings is always beneficial for market research purposes.