Essayons CPP Hub Blind Bolt Modification
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, has published a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source contract to Propulsion Systems, Inc. (PSI). This action is for the modification of Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) hubs on the Dredge Essayons. Responses from interested parties are due by May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves modifying one Port and one Starboard CPP hub to create blind hub flange bolt holes. This modification aims to prevent hub oil from leaking into the Flange Cover area. PSI is identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and designer of record for the existing hub, possessing all necessary design information and drawings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing (Size Standard: 1,300 employees)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 13, 2026, 8:43 PM UTC
- Contracting Office: US Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District
Evaluation & Submission
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations. The Government intends to proceed with this sole-source action. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quote to the Contracting Officer before the notice end date. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement is solely at its discretion.
Submission Requirements:
- Business name, point of contact, email, and phone.
- CAGE code and UEI number.
- Small business category (if applicable).
- Statement of Capability (SOC) discussing skills, knowledge, equipment, and licenses.
- Copy of relevant licenses/permissions.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. The USACE is not responsible for costs incurred by responding. If no affirmative written responses are received by the closing date, an award will be made without further notice.
Contact: Jaren Bowman, Contract Specialist, Jaren.L.Bowman@usace.army.mil.