Lower Granite Dam Navlock Switchgear Replacement
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Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WALWALLA WALLA, WA, 99362-1876, USA

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS POWER TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT (3040)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b30a95a5bdf240fd8caf8b43cfb9bd40/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, is seeking sources for the replacement of the Lower Granite Dam Navlock Switchgear. This procurement involves providing personnel, materials, supplies, equipment, and supervision for the design, manufacture, and delivery of new electrical switchgear, motor control centers, and miscellaneous electrical materials, with installation to be performed by Lower Granite personnel. The switchgear and associated equipment are critical for the operational efficiency of the dam, ensuring reliable power transmission and control. Interested firms are encouraged to submit their qualifications, including past performance and business size, to Alan Inglis at alan.n.inglis@usace.army.mil by the specified deadline, as this is a sources sought notice and not a solicitation.

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    Alan Inglis
    (509) 527-7217
    alan.n.inglis@usace.army.mil
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