Three Rivers Whitney Lake Security Fence Installation
W076 ENDIST FT WORTH
- Posted
- June 18, 2026
- Due
- June 25, 2026
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Scope
This project requires removal and replacement of approximately 1,145–1,200 linear feet of 7-foot tall woven security fence with double top-mounted extension arms and 3 strands of barbed wire at the Whitney Lake Powerhouse in Clifton, TX, including installation of equipment access gates, vehicle access gates, and personnel walk-through gates. Work also includes repainting of 9 light poles and 4 camera poles, grounding of fence sections over the switchyard grounding blanket, and all debris removal — all to meet FE7 Security Fence Specifications.
Key dates
- Response deadline
- June 25, 2026
- Q&A deadline
- Not stated in this solicitation — double-check the source
- Site visit
- Not required
Money
- Estimated value
- Not stated in this solicitation — double-check the source
- Bid bond
- Not requiredA bid bond guarantees you'll sign the contract if you win. 'Not required' means you can bid without posting one — one less hurdle for a small shop.
- Performance bond
- Not stated in this solicitation — double-check the sourceA performance bond guarantees you'll finish the work to spec — commonly required after award on construction jobs.
- Payment bond
- Not stated in this solicitation — double-check the sourceA payment bond guarantees you'll pay your subcontractors and suppliers.
Insurance
| Coverage | Required limit |
|---|---|
| General Liability | Not specified |
| Workers Compensation | Not specified |
Licenses & registrations
- Active SAM.gov registration
- Active CAGE code
- Fence installer must be approved/authorized/licensed in writing by the fence system manufacturer
- Installer must have minimum 5 years' experience installing the manufacturer's fencing systems
- E-Verify participation required for employment eligibility verification
Set-aside
Small Business set-aside
Reserved for small businesses — only firms under the SBA size standard for this work can bid; large companies are excluded.
Official designation: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Check if you qualify →Top 3 disqualifiers
The things that actually get bids thrown out.
- 1Installer cannot demonstrate manufacturer certification and minimum 5 years' fencing installation experience
- 2Failure to maintain site security at all times (unattended breach of fence during work is not permitted)
- 3Late submission — offers due 2026-06-25T15:00:00Z; late bids are rejected
Can you win this?
NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors) — confirm this is your primary or secondary NAICS and that you meet the SBA size standard for that code.
Use the toolThis is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5. Confirm your SAM.gov profile reflects 'Small Business' status under NAICS 238990 before bidding.
Use the toolFederal Army Corps solicitation (W9126G26QA086) — you must have an active SAM.gov registration and valid CAGE code on or before the June 25, 2026 due date. Check now as renewals can take weeks.
No bid, performance, or payment bond requirements are stated in this solicitation. Verify with the CO if bonds will be required at award.
Specific insurance limits are not stated in the solicitation documents. Confirm required coverage types and limits with the Contracting Officer (Kimberly Logan, 817-886-1070) before bid submission.
Prepare references demonstrating comparable security fencing installations (FE7-class or similar), particularly work involving grounding systems, steep/rocky terrain, and government/military sites. Installer must document 5+ years of manufacturer-certified fencing experience.
Use the toolThis is a federal construction contract at a USACE facility in Texas. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements likely apply — confirm applicable wage determination for Bosque County, TX and ensure certified payroll processes are in place.
Use the toolNo formal site visit is mentioned in the solicitation. However, the work involves a steep rock cliff section, switchyard grounding requirements, and areas where existing concrete-mounted poles may be reused — a pre-bid site reconnaissance is strongly advisable. Contact COR Bryan Kiehl (254-622-7407) to arrange access.
Sources: Solicitation listing, Attach-2_Specifications_20250515.pdf, B08_Amend-0001_Attach-1_Rvsd+PWS.pdf, Solicitation-W9126G26QA086.pdf
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