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Operations, Maintenance, and Repair of the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) Nogales, Arizona
The International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (USIBWC) is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for the operations, maintenance, and repair of the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) located in Santa Cruz County, Rio Rico, Arizona. This Sources Sought notice seeks information from firms capable of managing a pipeline system that spans approximately 46,600 linear feet and includes 110 manholes. The IOI is a critical infrastructure component that conveys raw sewage from Nogales, Sonora (Mexico), Nogales, Arizona, and Rio Rico, Arizona, to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant. The anticipated scope of work involves a comprehensive suite of technical services including annual CCTV and sonar inspections, bi-annual smoke testing, and routine cleaning to remove sediment and debris. The USIBWC requires 24/7 monitoring and rapid emergency response capabilities, specifically mandating a 60-minute dispatch for Sanitary Sewer Overflows and 24-hour repair timelines for discovered pipeline or manhole defects. The government intends to structure the resulting contract with a five-year period of performance, consisting of a base year and four one-year options. Interested parties are required to submit a capability statement of no more than 10 pages by June 18, 2026. The submission must address technical approaches for inspection and reporting, emergency response strategies for storm events, and the ability to provide an onsite Arizona Grade IV Certified Wastewater Collection Operator. The attachment package includes a Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) detailing the core technical, environmental, and cybersecurity requirements for the project. The International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (USIBWC) is condu…
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Contact and place of performance
Philip Johnson
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
USA
DRAFT SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section (USIBWC) Operations, Maintenance, and Repair of the International Outfall Interceptor (IOI) Nogales, Arizona 1. PURPOSE This Sources Sought notice is issued solely for market research and information gathering in accordance with FAR Part 10 . This is not a solicitation, does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Pr...
View more2. PROJECT BACKGROUND
The IOI conveys raw sewage originating from Nogales, Sonora (MX), Nogales, AZ, and Rio Rico, AZ to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant (NIWTP). The pipeline spans approximately 46,600 linear feet and includes 110 manholes. The PWS describes a comprehensive scope including annual inspections, smoke testing, manhole cleaning, emergency response, CMMS operation, repairs, regulatory reporting, and cybersecurity requirements for associated systems.
The anticipated contract structure is a five‑year period of performance (Base Year plus four Option Years).
3. SCOPE OF REQUIRED CAPABILITIES
Interested contractors must demonstrate capability to perform, at a minimum:
Operations & Maintenance
• Annual CCTV/Sonar inspection of entire 46,600‑ft pipeline and 110 manholes
• Smoke testing twice per year
• Routine and as‑needed cleaning; sediment, debris, and obstruction removal
• Waste disposal in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations
• Vegetation management
• Fats, Oils, Grease (FOG), odor, and corrosion control programs
• Flow and level monitoring (15‑minute intervals), data integration with CMMS/GIS
• Operation of an IOI‑dedicated Arizona Grade IV Certified Wastewater Collection Operator onsite
• Welding shut manholes for security (tack weld specification per PWS)
• Full implementation and operation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) meeting FISMA High, FedRAMP High, and NIST SP 800‑171 requirements for CUI/SCADA environments
Repairs and Emergency Response
• 24/7 monitoring and rapid emergency response
• SSO Response Plan with 60‑minute dispatch and full ADEQ compliance
• Rain‑event clean‑out within 48 hours
• Pipeline and manhole repairs within 24 hours of discovery or immediate bypass implementation
• Replacement of covers, ladders, joints, seals
• Infiltration/inflow monitoring and flood‑readiness planning
Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Requirements
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 compliance
• Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) coordination
• Hazardous materials evaluation and disposal (lead/asbestos, as applicable)
• Site security and coordination with DHS/CBP when required
• Compliance with applicable Public Laws, Federal standards, and building codes to the maximum extent practicable
4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Interested firms must submit a capability statement (no more than 10 pages) addressing the following:
A. Company Information
• Name, address, UEI, CAGE code
• Point of Contact (name, title, phone, email)
• Business size/status under NAICS 221320 – Sewage Treatment Facilities
• Socioeconomic category (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.)
B. Relevant Experience
• Demonstrated experience (within the past 5 years) performing O&M and emergency repair of wastewater collection systems of similar size, complexity, and regulatory sensitivity
• Experience with CMMS implementation for wastewater/collection systems
• Experience meeting NIST SP 800‑53 High, NIST SP 800‑171 Rev. 3, FIPS 140‑3, and FedRAMP High environments (if proposing cloud‑based CMMS)
C. Key Personnel
• Qualifications and certifications of proposed IOI Operator (Arizona Grade IV)
• Wastewater operations personnel and emergency response staffing capabilities
D. Technical Approach Overview
• Preliminary staffing approach
• Proposal for meeting the PWS inspection, testing, and reporting requirements
• Emergency response strategy (SSO, storm events, vulnerabilities beneath wash/creek areas)
E. Past Performance
• Contract numbers, periods of performance, dollar values, brief descriptions
• Points of contact for verification
F. Additional Input
Industry feedback is invited on:
• Availability of qualified firms
• Recommended contract type (Firm Fixed Price vs Hybrid CLIN structure)
• Potential barriers to competition
• Comments on CMMS cybersecurity requirements
5. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS
Responses should be submitted via email to:
[email protected] and [email protected]
Subject line: “Sources Sought – Nogales IOI OMR Services”
Deadline: 6/18/2026
No telephone inquiries will be accepted.
6. DISCLAIMER
This notice is issued for market research only, in accordance with FAR 10.002.
Responses do not constitute offers and will not be used to award a contract.
Respondents may be contacted for clarification or additional information.