De-Water Maintenance By-Pass at Orwell Dam, MN
ID: W912ES25QA005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST ST PAULSAINT PAUL, MN, 55101-1323, USA

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Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110)

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ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION- WETLANDS CONSERVATION AND SUPPORT (F113)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking contractors for the De-Water Maintenance By-Pass project at Orwell Dam in Minnesota. The primary objective of this procurement is to maintain a consistent flow of 80 cubic feet per second during the dam's dewatering and inspection processes, which involves supplying, installing, operating, and maintaining necessary equipment such as pumps and generators. This project is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency and environmental protection of water resource facilities, reflecting the government's commitment to infrastructure maintenance. Interested contractors should contact Karl Just at karl.p.just@usace.army.mil or Jesse Onkka at Jesse.L.Onkka@usace.army.mil for further details, with work scheduled to commence in September 2025.

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    The document outlines a solicitation for services related to the operation and maintenance of a by-pass flow system at Orwell Dam, Minnesota, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The primary goal of the contract is to maintain a consistent flow of 80 cubic feet per second (cfs) during the dam's dewatering and inspection processes. The contractor will supply, install, operate, and maintain necessary equipment, including pumps and generators. The work is scheduled to begin in September 2025 and includes specific deadlines, with operational requirements and site coordination emphasized. Key project components include the provision of leak-free piping, generators for pump operations, and adherence to environmental protection protocols. The contractor must submit detailed plans for the by-pass setup, including a spill control plan and safety measures. A site visit for prospective contractors is scheduled before work commencement. The document follows standard government contracting protocols, incorporating various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses to ensure compliance and accountability. This solicitation exemplifies the government’s commitment to environmental management, infrastructure maintenance, and supporting small and women-owned business opportunities in procurement processes.
    The document outlines control structures and the historical operation of a bypass system utilized in 2003, providing insight into the technical framework of government projects. It includes a cross-section illustration of the control structure, which likely pertains to operations management within a federal initiative. The overview highlights the by-pass system's past utilization, indicating past methodologies and their implications for present or future federal RFPs and local grant applications. This content serves as a basis for understanding improvements and changes in operational systems related to federal grants and RFP processes, underscoring the importance of historical data in shaping ongoing and future projects. The focus on structural elements suggests an emphasis on the technical specifications and operational efficiency required for successful project implementation within government contexts.
    The document pertains to the Orwell Dam project, highlighting key specifications related to its pump systems. It describes the setup, noting the dimensions of the pumps, including heights of 15 feet and 43 feet, pertinent to the functionality of the dam. Additionally, the file includes visual documentation from 2003, presumably to provide a historical perspective or a reference for the current state of the dam's infrastructure. The content is structured in a straightforward manner, presenting essential data about mechanical components without extensive elaboration. The relevance of this information may align with federal or state RFP processes, emphasizing the need for infrastructure management and maintenance in water resource facilities. This supports broader government objectives concerning environmental management and public safety considerations related to hydrological projects.
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