Z--TURBINE RUNNER CAVITATION REPAIR -- Nathaniel "Nat" Washington Power Plant, Gra
ID: 140R1025R0001Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONPACIFIC NW REGION PN 6615BOISE, ID, 83706, USA

NAICS

Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors (238190)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF DAMS (Z2KA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0ef4a484319f4ed7864f5076e6abb414/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation, is seeking qualified contractors for a Turbine Runner Cavitation Repair project at the Nathaniel "Nat" Washington Power Plant located in Grand Coulee, Washington. The project involves repairs on six hydro-electric turbines (G19-G24) that have sustained cavitation damage, requiring damage assessments, welding, and restoration of runner contours. This initiative is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency of the hydroelectric facility, with a projected contract value between $5 million and $10 million over a five-year period. Interested small businesses, particularly those classified as 8(a), Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises, must submit their responses, including contact information and relevant experience, by 5:00 PM Mountain Time on November 12, 2024, to the designated contact, Bill Roberts, at wroberts@usbr.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Roberts, William
    (208) 378-5302
    (208) 378-5080
    wroberts@usbr.gov
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    B01_08__SOURCES_SOUGHT_NEW_Turbine_Runner_Cavitation_Repair_(CG)_(10-04-2024)_1.pdf
    The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's Columbia-Pacific Northwest Regional Office issued a Sources Sought announcement for market research on a Turbine Runners Cavitation Repair construction contract at the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington. This notice, not a solicitation for proposals, seeks to gauge interest and capabilities of small businesses for repairs on six hydro-electric turbines (G19-G24) affected by cavitation damage. The repairs include damage assessments, welding, and restoration of runner contours, with a projected contract value between $5 million and $10 million over five years. Interested firms are encouraged to respond with detailed contact information, business classifications, capabilities, and past performance on similar contracts. The agency specifically seeks small, 8(a), Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise contractors. Responses are due by 5:00 PM Mountain Time on November 12, 2024, sent via email to the designated contract specialist, Bill Roberts. The document underscores the need for relevant expertise and experience in similar hydraulic repair projects while establishing a transparent process for potential contractors.
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