Operation & Maintenance of the South Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant
Estimated Value: $27,290,308
Agency
INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNAT BOUNDARY AND WATER COMM
Location
San Diego, CA
California
Estimated Value
$27,290,308
Type
Award Notice
Service / NAICS
221320
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNAT BOUNDARY AND WATER COMM involves operation & maintenance of the south bay wastewater treatment plant in San Diego, California valued at approximately $27,290,308. This is a NONE set-aside procurement.
Contract Description
(Fixed‑Price, Not Competitively Awarded, Includes Transition Options) This contract action was not awarded competitively, but it is a fixed‑price contract. In accordance with FAR 6.302‑1, Only One Responsible Source, the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) determined in a formal Determination & Findings that only the incumbent, Veolia Water North America – West, LLC, could provide uninterrupted Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services at the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant (SBIWTP) during the required acquisition corrective‑action period. The plant is a 24/7 critical‑infrastructure facility where any operational lapse would result in immediate environmental, public‑health, regulatory, and treaty‑compliance impacts. The prior competitiv...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 2, 2026
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
At $27,290,308, this is a significant-value contract that may attract multiple bidders.
Work will be performed in San Diego, California. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in California
- ✓Your company can demonstrate capacity for $27,290,308+ contracts
- ✓You have worked with INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNAT BOUNDARY AND WATER COMM before
Harder to Win If…
- !Large contract value typically attracts well-established competitors
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO.INTERNAT BOUNDARY AND WATER COMM contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline.
What size company typically wins contracts of this value?
Contracts valued at $27,290,308 in the facilities services category are typically awarded to mid-sized to large service contractors with established past performance. Since this is a NONE set-aside, competition is limited to qualifying businesses.
Are there other federal contract opportunities in California?
Yes. RecompeteIQ tracks federal contract opportunities across California, including active solicitations and upcoming recompetes. Visit our California contracts page for a full list of current opportunities in this area.
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