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Retamal Dam Buoy System

Solicitation number191BWC26R0006

INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO · INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO · INTERNAT. BOUNDARY AND WATER COMM.

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Response deadlineSep 9, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
Deadline status6 days remaining
PostedAug 13, 2026
Record refreshedSep 2, 2026
Place of performanceMercedes, TX, 78570, United States

Opportunity summary

Source-cited

The USIBWC solicits Design-Build services for the Retamal Dam Buoy System, which includes installing a waterway barrier line and warning signage to prevent public access to dangerous hydraulics. The project is located in Mercedes, TX, with a response deadline of September 9, 2026. [1][4]

Key points

  • Scope includes site prep, inspection, and quality control testing. [2]
  • Deliverables require USIBWC comments within 28 calendar days. [3]

Watch items

  • Contractor must adhere to facility working hours (7 am-3:30 pm). [1]
  • A site visit requires a completed Form 358 prior to attendance. [1]

Sources

  1. Retamal+Dam+Buoys+System+DB+Specs++5+.pdfThe presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Design-Builder nor the Construction Contractor from any Contract requirements.
  2. Retamal+Dam+Buoys+System+DB+Specs++5+.pdfMaterials wasted or disposed of in manner not meeting the requirements of this Scope of Work.
  3. Retamal+Dam+Buoys+System+DB+Specs++5+.pdfThe USIBWC shall provide comments within 28 calendar days of receipt of these deliverables and the Design-Builder shall incorporate the Government's comments prior to the next submittal.
  4. Official SAM.gov noticeSet-aside: No Set aside used

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The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Design-Builder nor the Construction Contractor from any Contract requirements.

Deliverables

The USIBWC shall provide comments within 28 calendar days of receipt of these deliverables and the Design-Builder shall incorporate the Government's comments prior to the next submittal.

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The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) is issuing a Solicitation for the complete the Design-Build of Retamal Dam Buoy System. Upon conclusion of the project, the new waterway barrier line will prevent public access to dangerous hydraulics upstream/downstream of the dam, the warning system and signage will alert the public of the danger ahead providing a waterway barrier line to include anchors, alert system, and warning signs at the Retamal Dam. The Construction includes, but is not limited to, site preparation, inspection of all systems and structures, disposal of debris and construction waste, quality control testing. The working hours of the USIBWC facility are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The Contractor and any subcontractors shall only work on site during these proposed hours. USIBWC facilities, including the dam, are closed during all federal Holidays. Workers must pass though USIBWC levees to access Retamal Dam. Boarder Patrol are present in the area. Contractor and subcontractor shall have identifying vehicular when working in the area. US Fish and Wildlife own land adjacent to Retamal Dam. Contractor shall stay clear of US Fish and Wildlife property. A site visit date is listed in the Solicitation. A completed Form 358 is also required prior to attendance at the prebid site visit. This requirement will be solicited under FAR Part 36 and FAR Part 15. All responsible sources must submit a bid to be considered by the Agency.

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