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How to bid on septic repair at Ouray National Wildlife Refuge for US Fish and Wildlife Service
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service needs a contractor to repair or replace the septic system and drainfield at the Ouray National Wildlife Refuge in Randlett, Utah. The new or repaired system must support up to 15 employees and a public restroom, and be protected from freezing.
This is a firm-fixed-price construction contract. The work involves ensuring the septic system is fully functional, operable, and meets industry standards and applicable state or county codes.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. All offers are due by August 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Offers received after this time will not be considered.
Site visits are scheduled for Monday, August 17, and Monday, August 24, both at 11:30 a.m. MDT. Details for registration and meeting location are in Section L of the solicitation, under FAR clause 52.236-27.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. Only small business concerns are eligible to submit a quotation. Offers from businesses that are not small businesses will be rejected.
This contract is suitable for construction firms with experience in septic system repair, replacement, and drainfield work, particularly those familiar with ensuring systems are protected from freezing and can handle specific user capacities.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. 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 some documents, though this is not always required.
Requests for information and quotes must be submitted via email to Nicole Johnson at [email protected]. The government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price contract based on a best value selection, considering price and other factors like technical approach and relevant experience.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review Sections L and M of the solicitation for a complete list of required documents and evaluation factors. Ensure your proposal clearly addresses all technical requirements and demonstrates your relevant experience.
Consider attending one of the scheduled site visits. This can provide valuable insight into the existing conditions and help you formulate a more accurate and competitive bid. Remember that payment bonds are required for awards over $35,000, and both payment and performance bonds for awards over $150,000. A bid bond is not required for this solicitation.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Interior, Department of the; the original posting controls.