Z--Turbine Runner Cavitation Repair, Hungry Horse Field Office
ID: 140R1025R0002Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONPACIFIC NW REGION PN 6615BOISE, ID, 83706, USA

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

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF DAMS (Z2KA)
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    The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Reclamation's Pacific Northwest Region, is seeking qualified small businesses for a Turbine Runner Cavitation Repair project at the Hungry Horse Dam in Montana. The project involves assessing cavitation damage and executing necessary repairs on four Francis-type hydro-electric turbines that have been operational since 1950, with an estimated budget ranging from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 for a five-year requirements contract. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational efficiency and longevity of the hydro-electric turbines, which play a significant role in energy production. Interested firms, particularly those classified as 8(a), HUBZone, Woman Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant past performance information to the primary contact, William Roberts, at wroberts@usbr.gov by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Roberts, William
    (208) 378-5302
    (208) 378-5080
    wroberts@usbr.gov
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    The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's Pacific Northwest Regional Office is conducting market research for a Turbine Runner Cavitation Repair project at Hungry Horse Dam in Montana. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather information on interested small businesses capable of performing repairs on four Francis-type hydro-electric turbines (G1-G4) that have been in service since 1950. The primary components of the work include assessing cavitation damage, estimating repair materials and time, and executing the necessary grinding and welding to restore the turbine runners. The project has an estimated budget between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000 for a five-year requirements contract, without guaranteed orders. Responses are encouraged from small businesses, including those classified as 8(a), HUBZone, Woman Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned. Interested firms are to submit information regarding their contact details, business size/classification, capabilities, relevant past performances, and product lead times. All submissions must be emailed to the contract specialist by the specified deadline. Furthermore, construction drawings will be provided only upon completion of a non-disclosure agreement. This notice serves as a preliminary step to shape the acquisition strategy for future solicitations.
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