Vertical Turbine Pumps for High Head Tank Mud Mountain Dam Fish Passage Facility
ID: W912DW25QA007Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST SEATTLESEATTLE, WA, 98134-2329, USA

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

PSC

POWER AND HAND PUMPS (4320)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 19, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is conducting market research for the procurement of three vertical turbine pumps for the Mud Mountain Dam Fish Passage Facility located in Enumclaw, Washington. The requirement includes line shaft vertical turbine pumps, motors, and base plates that must meet specific performance criteria, including a flow rate of at least 2.0 cubic feet per second at a static head of 45 feet, while being compatible with existing infrastructure and capable of handling turbid water with debris. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational integrity and reliability in water management systems, with a delivery deadline set for June 1, 2025. Interested small business vendors are encouraged to submit their capability statements by April 19, 2025, to Michael Houts at michael.s.houts@usace.army.mil.

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Apr 16, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
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Apr 16, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks to replace three vertical turbine pumps at the Mud Mountain Dam Fish Passage Facility in Enumclaw, WA, due to erosion issues. The procurement will include three line shaft vertical turbine pumps along with motors and baseplates. Specifications require the pumps to handle water at temperatures not exceeding 70°F and to effectively manage turbid conditions with debris. Each pump must deliver a flow rate of at least 2.0 cubic feet per second (CFS) against a head of 45 feet while complying with AWWA E101 standards. Additional requirements include details on construction materials, warranty coverage, and delivery schedules, with all equipment remaining in condition specified until acceptance. Delivery must occur by June 1, 2025, with prior coordination required with project management. The emphasis on new equipment underlines the Corps’ commitment to operational integrity and reliability in water management systems. This document outlines the RFP process for contractors, focusing on precise technical standards and compliance with existing infrastructure.
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