Request for Information/Market Intelligence Notice: Use of Progressive Design Build (PDB) with Other Transaction Authority (OTA) - Fort Hunter-Liggett Water System Improvements
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Sources Sought from the Department of the Army, for work in Lockwood, California. Due Nov 3, 2026, 1:00 PM (UTC-5), 7 days left.
| Solicitation number | W912QR-PDB-FHLWATER |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army |
| Office | W072 Endist Louisville |
| Notice type | Sources Sought |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110) |
| Place of performance | Lockwood, California |
| Posted | Oct 26, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Nov 3, 2026, 1:00 PM (UTC-5) (7 days left) |
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Bid documents (2)
- Market Intelligence Posting Document - FHL Water Sanitary Improvements 427 KB
- Https://forms osi apps mil/r/Lmjbdft8rU
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Description
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / MARKET INTELLIGENCE NOTICE This is a Request for Information (RFI) for market intelligence and for informational purposes only. This announcement does not constitute a Solicitation or a Request for Proposal (RFP), and no solicitation is currently available. Participation in this RFI is strictly voluntary.
The Government will not be obligated to award any agreement or contract because of this RFI, nor will it reimburse respondents for any costs associated with the preparation or submission of information. Submitting a response will not affect a firm’s ability to submit a proposal should formal solicitation be issued in the future. NAICS Code: 237110 – Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (Note: While Other Transaction Authority is not subject to FAR-based small businesIntells regulations, this NAICS code is provided for market research to help the Government understand the size and demographics of the interested industrial base.)
Small Business Size Standard: $45 Million PROJECT OVERVIEW The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Louisville District, has a requirement for the design and construction of a project to restore and modernize the potable water system and wastewater collection system throughout the Fort Hunter Liggett Installation. The scope of work consists of furnishing all necessary design services, equipment, materials, labor, construction management, supervision, quality control, and supplies to deliver a fully functional and modernized potable water and wastewater systems on the Installation.
The Fort Hunter Liggett water distribution system dates back to the 1950’s with a few areas believed to be even older and includes a three (3) well configuration that has sufficient pumping capacity to serve current supply demands, however, the water transmission system is undersized to satisfy the demand of the system. While the current water system storage may be sufficient for normal operation, it cannot sustain the system for more than one day in the event of a pump outage and/or fire flow event during maximum day conditions; therefore, additional system storage is necessary.
A new Tank Farm with adequate storage capacity (estimated to be a minimum of 2 million gallons) to be determined and validated in accordance with NSPC, UFC, and NFPA criteria, should be in vicinity of security fence gate 10 (Lat: 35.997638° , Long: -121.224355°). Currently the primary storage tank for the potable water system is on the opposite side of the cantonment from the wells and the transmission main and distribution are combined causing significant pressure variations far in excess of industry standard, causing accelerated deterioration of system components.
Many pipelines, valves, and hydrants within the distribution system have currently exceeded their useful life expectancy and have failed or failing. High operating pressures place additional strain on this aging system, requiring operational improvements as well as rehabilitation/replacement of existing assets. Modernizing SCADA components are necessary to increase efficiency and updated to cover any system revisions and future improvements.
SCADA infrastructure improvements shall integrate into the existing SCADA infrastructure. Fort Hunter Liggett’s wastewater collection system was installed around the same time as the water potable system. Due to the age of the system and deterioration, replacement and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer lines, manholes, and the waste treatment plant lagoon are needed to return the system to be fully functional and code compliant.
The wastewater treatment plant relies on a series of lagoons to treat sewage. There are lagoons that have operational deficiencies and require the replacement of the impermeable liner. In addition, the lagoon currently lacks baffles, which are essential for directing the flow of wastewater in a way that maximizes treatment time and prevents "short circuiting".
Estimated Acquisition Magnitude: $70-$80M primary acquisition strategy under evaluation: Progressive Design Build (PDB) via Other Transaction Authority (OTA). The Louisville District is evaluating a Progressive Design Build (PDB) strategy utilizing an Other Transaction (OT) Agreement under the authority of 10 U.S.C. § 2808a. This authority authorizes transactions other than standard contracts to carry out facility repair and construction projects – including planning, design, engineering, piloting and execution – enabling early contractor involvement, commercial pricing transparency, and schedule and cost efficiencies.
Currently, the Government has advanced a conceptual design for the following potable water system features below. New transmission main to connect the existing well field to the main distribution system within the cantonment area. New storage infrastructure as required to satisfy requirements for fire safety, emergency needs, and operational storage.
Upgrades to existing water supply wells to enhance water-supply reliability and redundancy. A Technical Assessment Report of the condition of Fort Hunter Liggett’s utilities systems and modernization recommendations of the water and sanitary sewer systems was completed in June 2024. The onsite assessments used in developing the Technical Assessment Report were conducted November 28-December 7, 2023.
Therefore, the Government is utilizing this RFI to assess industry capability, interest, and the advantages of utilizing PDB utilizing an OT Agreement under the authority of 10 U.S.C. § 2808a. The PDB Course of Action (10 U.S.C. § 2808a): The evaluation process for selection of the most highly qualified design-builder would be qualifications based. A streamlined, two-step Qualifications-Based Selection would occur: Step 1: White Papers/Statement of Qualifications submission.
Step 2: Down selected design builders would be invited to Pitch Meetings/Presentations. Most highly qualified firm following pitch meetings would be sele
The description continues in the official notice.
Contracting contact
- Ethan Phillips · [email protected] · (502) 315-6545
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Is your business small enough?
For NAICS 237110, a business counts as small if it has no more than $45.0 million in average annual receipts (SBA size standard). This notice is not set aside, but the size decides your small business status on it. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
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