Escalator Assessment Bonneville Lock and Dam
ID: W9127N24Q0138Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST PORTLANDPORTLAND, OR, 97204-3495, USA

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Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

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OTHER QC/TEST/INSPECT- MISCELLANEOUS (H999)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District, is seeking a qualified contractor to conduct an assessment of nine escalators at the Bonneville Lock and Dam in Cascade Locks, Oregon. The contractor will evaluate the escalators, which are over 40 years old, to identify any faulty or defective components and provide a comprehensive assessment report, including rehabilitation and replacement costs for one non-functioning escalator. This procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 238290, emphasizing the importance of engaging small enterprises in essential government services. Interested parties must submit their proposals electronically by the specified deadline and are encouraged to attend a site visit scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM PST; for further inquiries, contact Lara Krauss at lara.a.krauss@usace.army.mil or call 503-808-4613.

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    The document outlines the Request for Quote (RFQ) W9127N24Q0138 for escalator assessment services at Bonneville Lock and Dam, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District. It emphasizes that the solicitation is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 238290. Proposals must be submitted electronically by the due date specified in the SAM posting. The RFQ includes a detailed list of assessments to be performed, with each having specific item numbers. Interested offerors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting their quotes. A site visit is scheduled for September 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM PST, with prior RSVP requirements due to security protocols. Key instructions involve the submission process, inclusion of required certifications, and payment mechanisms upon satisfactory completion of services. The document also includes clauses related to government procurement processes, emphasizing compliance with regulations and certification requirements. This solicitation signifies the government’s effort to engage small businesses in providing essential services while maintaining regulatory standards throughout the procurement process.
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