Sources Sought Smithland Lock and Dam Lock Control Update and Repair - Due Date Extended
ID: W912QR25QSLD1Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW072 ENDIST LOUISVILLELOUISVILLE, KY, 40202-2230, USA

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Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d24173b073f1426bbe9fff23b561c4db/view
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    The Department of the Army, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is conducting a market survey to identify small businesses interested in a future contract for the Smithland Lock and Dam Lock Control Update and Repair project in Brookport, Illinois. The project involves a comprehensive upgrade of the lock control system, including the replacement of instrumentation, control cabling, interface panels, and modifications to meet modern interlock requirements, with an estimated duration of 540 calendar days and a cost range between $1 million and $5 million. This initiative aims to enhance the operational efficiency and safety of the lock system, promoting small business participation in federal contracts, particularly from HUBZone, 8A, Woman-Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned firms. Interested parties must respond by November 11, 2024, and provide necessary documentation, including verification of small business status and relevant project experience, to Ethan Phillips at ethan.s.phillips@usace.army.mil and Adyson Medley at adyson.medley@usace.army.mil.

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    Market Survey Questionnaire Due Date Extended Smithland LD Replace and Repair Control System.pdf
    The Smithland Lock and Dam is conducting a market survey to gauge interest among small businesses for an upcoming project focused on upgrading and repairing the lock control system. The scope of work includes replacing lock machinery position instrumentation, control cabling, interface panels, and modifying controls to meet modern requirements. The project will be executed under a Design/Bid/Build model and is estimated to last 540 calendar days, with a cost estimate based on FAR and DFARS guidelines. Interested small businesses, particularly those certified as HUBZone, 8A, Woman-Owned, or Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, are invited to respond by November 11, 2024. Respondents must verify their business status, provide a Unique Entity Identifier, and outline their relevant experience on similar projects. The document emphasizes adherence to FAR regulations regarding subcontracting and encourages prompt registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to prevent contract award delays. This analysis reflects the government's initiative to promote small business participation in federal projects while ensuring compliance and quality across various related undertakings.
    Market Survey Smithland Lock and Dam Update and Repair - W912QR24QSLD1.pdf
    The document is a SOURCES SOUGHT notice from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeking interest from small businesses in the Louisville District for a future construction project titled "Smithland Lock and Dam Lock Control Update and Repair.” The project involves updating the lock control system, including the replacement of instrumentation, cabling, interface panels, and modifications for modern interlock requirements. The estimated cost is between $1 million and $5 million, with an advertisement date set for December 13, 2024, and an estimated award date of February 4, 2025. Interested small businesses must verify their small business status and provide documentation of their experience with similar projects. A requirement is that they must self-perform at least 15% of the project cost, excluding materials. The notice emphasizes that this is not a solicitation but a means to gauge interest and capabilities among small businesses. Interested firms are encouraged to register with the System for Award Management to facilitate potential contract awards in the future.
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