TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP PROJECT

The Forest Service is seeking a contractor for the Tepee Work Center Well Pump Project in the Black Hills National Forest, Custer County, South Dakota. This 100% small business set-aside involves replacing a deep-well pump system, including all labor, materials, equipment, and testing. The project requires removing the current assembly and installing a new 5 HP submersible pump and controls for a well reaching 921 feet. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract with a performance window from July 30 to August 31, 2026. Work will be performed in Edgemont, South Dakota, and requires a South Dakota licensed well driller, a pump installer, and an electrician. Technical tasks include pulling the existing assembly from depths between 820 and 880 feet, installing new cabling, and conducting mandatory bacteriological testing and diagnostics. The solicitation package includes a Statement of Work, technical specifications, and a pricing template. The contractor is responsible for all labor, equipment, and testing needed to return the well to service. Performance is scheduled for late July through August 2026. The project involves removing and replacing a deep-well pump system for a 921-foot well in the Black Hills National Forest. The contractor will provide all labor, materials, and equipment to restore the well, including pulling the old assembly, diagnosing the failure, and installing a new 5 HP submersible pump with surface controls and cabling.