WWTP Improvements

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking proposals for improvements to its Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) located in Maryland. The core objective of this project is to enhance the operational efficiency and environmental compliance of the facility. This may include upgrades to existing systems, installation of new technologies, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards for wastewater management.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the USDA Agricultural Research Service, located in Maryland, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is David Reynolds, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 14, 2026, at 11:30 AM
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. The estimated contract value or budget range is also not mentioned. There are no details regarding option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
To be considered eligible, bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific security clearances are mentioned.
• There are no set-aside restrictions indicated (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB).
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are noted.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not specified.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not detailed.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess specific technical skills related to wastewater treatment technologies and methodologies. While no specific technologies or standards are listed, familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance standards for wastewater management is essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables and performance standards are not explicitly outlined in the provided information. Bidders should be prepared to define milestones, reporting requirements, and performance metrics as part of their proposals.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been detailed. Bidders should anticipate that proposals will be assessed based on technical approach, past performance, and price, though the specific weighting or priority of these factors is not provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Experience with similar wastewater treatment projects.
• Advanced certifications in environmental management or wastewater treatment.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery within federal or governmental contexts.

In summary, bidders should ensure compliance with mandatory requirements while also highlighting any preferred qualifications that may strengthen their proposal. The lack of detailed contract type and budget information suggests that bidders may need to propose their own financial estimates based on project scope.