Industrial Worm Gear Service
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Rock Island District, intends to procure Industrial Worm Gear Service on a sole source basis from Timken Gears & Services Inc. of Mokena, IL. This requirement is for the service of eight Philadelphia Gear, 1800DHV, industrial-output worm gear speed reducers. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but small businesses believing they can meet the requirement are invited to submit capability statements. Responses are due March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The intended fixed-price contract covers comprehensive service for eight Philadelphia Gear, 1800DHV, industrial-output worm gear speed reducers. The service includes ensuring seals are tight, and removing, repairing, and replacing expiring preventative with a new blend of the manufacturer's long-term proprietary preventative. All work must take place in a controlled environment. The NAICS code for this procurement is 237990 (Maintenance Of Dams) with a size standard of $45,000,000.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intended Sole Source Fixed-Price Contract)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source, but small businesses can submit capability statements)
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
Evaluation
The USACE intends to procure this requirement on a sole source basis in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 12.102(a), citing "Only One reasonable available." This notice is not a solicitation. However, any small-business firm that believes it can meet the requirement may submit a written capability statement. Supporting evidence must demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirement and will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Questions should be directed to Joseph Porter at joseph.e.porter@usace.army.mil. The place of performance is Peoria, IL.