How to bid on Facilities Maintenance and Repair IDIQ for the Bureau of Reclamation

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Basin Regional Office, is seeking a contractor for facilities maintenance and repair services. This includes preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, emergency service calls, and technical support for various building systems.

Specifically, the work covers Delta Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC equipment, chillers and cooling towers, condensing hot water boiler systems, power and water meters, and electrical equipment. This is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, meaning the agency will place orders for specific tasks as needed over the contract period.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. The agency anticipates making an award within 30 days of receiving quotes.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 561210, Facilities Support Services, with a size standard of $47 million. It is suitable for small businesses specializing in building maintenance, HVAC services, boiler and chiller maintenance, electrical work, and building automation systems.

Firms with experience in providing comprehensive facilities support, including emergency repair services, will find this a relevant opportunity. The location for services is associated with ZIP code 89005.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click the 'View original source' button. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued on Standard Form (SF) 1449. To be considered for an award, your company must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) as a small business under NAICS 561210. Your SAM registration must be active at the time of quote submission and throughout the contract performance.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all attachments, especially Attachment 1 - PWS Facilities Maintenance and Repair IDIQ, Attachment 2 - PWS Boiler inspection & PM, and Attachment 5 - Price Schedule. Ensure your quote addresses all line items and requirements detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Given the scope includes both preventive maintenance and emergency services, highlight your firm's capacity for rapid response and your ability to provide qualified technicians for diverse building systems. Clearly outline your approach to quality control and customer service, as these are explicitly mentioned in the solicitation. Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly itemized according to the provided price schedule.