Industry Day Announcement for The Dalles transformers 9,10,11 repairs
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 (USACE), Portland District, issued a Special Notice for an Industry Day regarding the repair of transformers 9, 10, and 11 at The Dalles Dam, Oregon. This event, held on January 29, 2026, aimed to provide project updates and gather industry input on construction risks, capabilities, and strategies for this $5M-$10M Firm-Fixed Price construction project. Firms were required to RSVP by December 12, 2025, to attend the virtual event. Responses to a post-event questionnaire are due by February 28, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Special Notice is for informational and market research purposes only, not a request for proposal. USACE Portland District is seeking Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors for the repair and improvement of three 1972 General Electric transformers (T9, T10, T11) at The Dalles Dam. Transformer T10 failed in 2018 due to a neutral conductor issue, similar to T8 in 2016. The project involves repairing T10 and proactively improving T9 and T11 to prevent similar failures by addressing the neutral conductor support and cooling. The estimated construction magnitude is between $5M and $10M.
Industry Day Details
The virtual Industry Day was held on Wednesday, January 29, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM PST via Microsoft Teams. Attendees received a project overview, scope of work, environmental and safety considerations, and had opportunities for Q&A sessions with USACE staff and networking. Firms interested in attending were required to RSVP by December 12, 2025, by emailing their firm name, CAGE code, and project role interest to the provided points of contact.
Future Solicitation Timeline (Target Dates)
Based on the Industry Day presentation, the anticipated timeline for the future Firm-Fixed Price construction contract is:
- Draft RFP Release: January 2026
- Industry Q&A Period: March 2026
- Final RFP Release: May 2026
- Site Visit: June 2026
- Proposals Due: July 2026 (45–60 days after Final RFP)
- Evaluations: July - October 2026
- Award Target: December 2026
Key Requirements & Considerations
The project involves inspecting, disassembling, repairing/replacing transformer components, heavy lift and rigging, electrical testing, and recommissioning. Contractors must implement environmental controls for transformer oil and coordinate with Dam operations. Adherence to strict environmental and safety protocols, including NEPA compliance, spill prevention, PPE, LOTO, confined space, and high-voltage work, is mandatory. Cybersecurity Compliance is a critical requirement, with contractors needing to meet DFARS 252.204-7021 (CMMC compliance) and DFARS 252.204-7025 (Notice of CMMC Level). CMMC certification (Levels 1-3) may be required prior to award. The work site at The Dalles Lock & Dam has limited laydown space, restricted access, and requires security clearance.
Submission & Contact
USACE is conducting market research through an "Industry Practice Comparison Survey" to gather feedback on USACE requirements versus commercial practices. Responses to this survey and a post-event questionnaire are due by February 28, 2026. Interested parties should submit their responses via email. Points of Contact:
- Jeff Garrison, Technical Lead, jeffery.e.garrison@usace.army.mil
- Joseph Jarvis, Contract Specialist, joseph.b.jarvis@usace.army.mil
Set-Aside
Small Business Participation is To Be Determined (TBD) for the future solicitation.