S -- Sources Sought for Privatization of Natural Gas, Water and Wastewater Utility Systems at Fort Huachuca, Arizona

This acquisition is for the privatization of the natural gas and water distribution systems and wastewater collection system at Fort Huachuca, AZ. Privatization is the complete divestiture and transfer of ownership of a U.S. Government-owned utility system to a non-Government entity. In conjunction with the purchase of the systems, the contractor will also be required to provide (as needed) improvements, upgrades; repairs; expansions; investments; and plant replacement, as well as continued operation and maintenance of the utility distribution systems. The following guidance has established the necessary requirements to accomplish Utility Privatization (UP): 10 U.S.C. 2688 (1997) and OSD UP Guidance (09 Oct 02). More specific information on the utility system being privatized will be provided in the Request for Proposal, to be tentatively issued on June 30, 2004. The RFP will be synopsized on June 15, 2004 (tentative). If you are interested in this project, please contact the DESC Contracting Office.