Little Goose Spare Transformers for Lower Snake River Plants
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WALWALLA WALLA, WA, 99362-1876, USA
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    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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Description

The Department of Defense, through the US Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking proposals for the design, manufacture, and testing of generator step-up transformers for the Lower Snake River Plants, specifically the Little Goose Spare Transformers project. This procurement involves two types of transformers and will utilize a firm fixed-price contract strategy over an estimated period of 1,460 days, with a best value trade-off acquisition approach to ensure optimal proposals are selected. The project is critical for maintaining infrastructure reliability and efficiency, with anticipated solicitation and award dates set for March 2025 and July 2025, respectively. Interested parties can reach out to Alan Inglis at alan.n.inglis@usace.army.mil or Brooke Moore at brooke.n.moore@usace.army.mil for further information and guidance on participation.

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The T1/T2 Industry Day document outlines a series of inquiries and responses between industry representatives and government officials regarding a transformer delivery project. The government anticipates a four-year lead time for delivery and flexibility in assembly timing, allowing for staggered deliveries as long as they meet target dates. Confirming the use of mineral oil for transformers, the government acknowledges industry concerns regarding potential tariff impacts on costs, promising further research on this issue. No specific manufacturers will be recommended, and all transformer specifications are defined in official plans. The government will not address minor procedural details during the inquiry phase, prioritizing broader project parameters instead. Furthermore, to improve the proposal timeline, industry representatives suggest an initial window of at least 90 days for submissions. This interaction represents a commitment to fostering effective communication and addressing industry concerns in the context of government RFPs and procurement processes for crucial infrastructure projects.
The document outlines the agenda and details of an Industry Day for the Little Goose Spare Transformers project, organized by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Key participants include contracting officers and technical leads who will oversee a project involving the design, manufacture, and testing of generator step-up transformers for the Lower Snake River Plants. The project includes two types of transformers, with firm fixed-price contracts planned for an estimated period of 1,460 days. A best value trade-off acquisition strategy will be utilized, considering proposals that conform to the project requirements and offer the best value to the government. The anticipated solicitation and award dates are March 2025 and July 2025, respectively. Participants are encouraged to engage in one-on-one sessions to discuss project elements, including bonding capability, delivery lead times, and risk assessments. This document serves to inform potential offerors about participation rules and project specifics, emphasizing transparency and collaboration in the procurement process through official communications posted on Sam.gov. Overall, the Industry Day aims to foster dialogue between the government and industry representatives to ensure project success.
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