Hydraulic Cylinder Fabrication and Repairs
ID: W911WN26Q1AZSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW072 ENDIST PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA, 15222-4198, USA

NAICS

Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS POWER TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT (3040)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a90b55a2bfb34d22bf3310dbbe1d52af/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking qualified vendors for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on hydraulic cylinder fabrication and repairs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The procurement aims to identify vendors capable of providing services that include the fabrication of new hydraulic cylinders and pistons, rehabilitation of existing cylinders, and honing services, with specific requirements for cylinder sizes ranging from 9" to 19" bore. This initiative is critical for maintaining operational efficiency in hydraulic systems used at various Army facilities, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and safety standards. Interested vendors with a minimum of five years of relevant experience should contact Isaiah Johnson at isaiah.m.johnson@usace.army.mil, providing their company name, CAGE code, and examples of similar projects, as responses are due within the specified timeframe.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ISAIAH JOHNSON
    isaiah.m.johnson@usace.army.mil
    Joshua Higginbotham
    joshua.m.higginbotham@usace.army.mil
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    Reference Drawings.pdf
    The document details specifications for cylinder and valve operating machinery for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, specifically for the New Cumberland Locks & Dam and Pike Island Locks & Dam on the Ohio River. It includes comprehensive engineering drawings and material specifications for various components such as cylinders, cylinder heads, piston rods, pistons, and associated hardware. The file outlines material grades (e.g., Forged Steel-Grade I, Bronze-Comp 8, Cast Iron-Class 50), dimensions, manufacturing processes (e.g., seamless steel tubes, forged in one piece), and finishing requirements (e.g., ground or honed to a polished finish, heat treatment). It also specifies tolerances for cylinder bore and taper, welding standards (Joint Army-Navy Standards 19), and ASTM designations for forged steel (A-105-46/57T Grade I, A237-55 Class A). Revisions to the drawings indicate updates related to "as-built" details, piston rod cladding, and pattern numbers.
    Specifications - Hydraulic Cylinders.docx
    The document outlines the specifications for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for hydraulic cylinder fabrication and repairs, including new fabrication, rehabilitation, and honing. It details unit price payment items, referencing industry standards like ASME and ASTM. Key requirements include mandatory site visits to verify measurements at Hannibal Locks and Dam, specific material requirements for cylinders, piston rods, pistons, seals, and other components, and strict welding procedures and qualifications. The BPA also covers submittal requirements, delivery, storage, handling, a two-year warranty, and comprehensive operation and maintenance instructions. Security procedures, including background checks and E-Verify, are mandated for all personnel. Fabricator qualifications require at least five years of experience. The cylinders must be rated at 2,000 psi, with rigorous shop assembly and testing, including hydrostatic tests, and specific painting guidelines for exposed surfaces. All items must be delivered within 180 calendar days of award.
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