Cougar Powerhouse Governor Air Compressor
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District (USACE) is soliciting proposals for the purchase and delivery of a Cougar Powerhouse Governor Air Compressor for the Lookout Point Dam in Lowell, OR. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due May 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (W9127N26QA090) is for one (1) duplex package of two separate, two-stage, reciprocating air compressors, mounted as a single unit on a horizontal air receiver tank. This high-pressure compressor system is essential for a small capital upgrade to the governor accumulator auto air admission system at Lookout Point Dam.
Key technical requirements include:
- A duplex package of two separate, two-stage, reciprocating air compressors.
- Mounted on a horizontal air receiver tank with an integrated air treatment system.
- Pump pressure ratings of 450 PSIG or greater, with all components rated for a minimum working pressure of 350 PSIG.
- Minimum delivery of 13.0 ACFM at 300 PSIG with one compressor, and 26 ACFM with both.
- Minimum 120-gallon, ASME certified air receiver tank (350 PSIG) with an automatic drain valve.
- Integrated air-cooled intercooler and aftercooler, and an Air Dryer and Coalescing Filter Assembly.
- 7.5 HP TEFC motors, 460V/3 Phase/60Hz.
- Automatic, alternating lead-lag controller and low-oil-pressure safety switches.
- OSHA compliant guarding for rotary equipment.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: W9127N26QA090
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 333912 – Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1000 employees)
- Delivery: Supplies must be delivered to Lookout Point Dam, 40386 West Boundary Rd., Lowell, OR 97452, within 60 calendar days from the lead time event. Deliveries are accepted Monday-Thursday, 0800-1600, excluding Federal Holidays. The contractor is responsible for shipping costs (FOB Destination).
- Warranty: Minimum one (1) year comprehensive warranty, with two (2) years for core compressor pumps.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to John Scukanec at john.r.scukanec@usace.army.mil.
- Required Submittals: Solicitation Number, Date of Submittal, Acknowledgement of any Amendments, Pricing for all CLINs (refer to the "Purchase Description"), Contractor Name, UEI Number, Cage Code, Technical Data Sheets, Dimensional Drawings, and Supporting Documentation.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Capability. The Government intends to award a contract without discussions.
- Eligibility: All prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov to be eligible for award.
Contact Information
For questions, contact John Scukanec via email at john.r.scukanec@usace.army.mil. Questions will not be responded to by phone.