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Retamal Dam Generator and Building

U.S. Department of State
Updated Jun 1, 2026 · 21:32 UTC

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission needs a small business to build a generator and metal building at Retamal Dam.

Key Details

What exactly do they need? - The contractor will design and build a new emergency generator and metal building at Retamal Dam. - The generator will be housed in a metal building installed on a new concrete pad with a modern diesel fuel tank. - The construction includes site preparation, inspection of all systems and structures, disposal of debris and construction waste, quality control testing.

What's the contract structure and timeline? - The contract is a design-build contract. - The notice doesn't say the length of the contract or the delivery schedule.

How will they pick the winner? - The notice doesn't say the evaluation basis.

When and how do you bid? - The bid deadline is July 21, 2026, at 11:00 PM. - The solicitation will be issued pursuant to FAR Part 14. - All responsible sources must submit a bid to be considered by the Agency.

Routine commodity buy — low-effort bid, modest payoff.

Who can apply

  • Any certified small business may apply.

Heads up — easy to miss

  • The contractor and any subcontractors shall only work on site during the proposed hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

If you're interested, do this first

  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
  • RSVP for the site visit by submitting a completed Form 358 prior to attendance.

Primary point of contact

Name
Adrian Knights
Email
adrian.knights@ibwc.gov

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