John Day Dam Powerhouse HVAC Upgrades
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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 is planning a firm-fixed-price Invitation for Bids (IFB) for HVAC Upgrades at the John Day Dam Powerhouse in Rufus, Oregon. This unrestricted/full and open competition opportunity is estimated between $25M and $100M. The tentative solicitation issuance date is June 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves a complete replacement and installation of primary and secondary chillers, including four new chiller skid packages totaling approximately 600 tons of refrigeration capacity. Work encompasses new electrical feeds, chilled water pumps, piping, air handler units, and integration into a new automated digital HVAC control system. Half of the new systems will be water-cooled, and half converted to air-cooled with roof-mounted condensers requiring structural modifications. HVAC upgrades also include new intake/exhaust ducting for smoke propagation prevention and fire protection integration. Localized HVAC units (mini-splits) will be installed. Work will be performed in an active, operational Powerhouse with high-voltage electrical equipment and nuisance water risks, requiring strict safety management. Asbestos abatement and lead mitigation may be required. The anticipated completion is 1,004 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (IFB)
- Contract Type: Single Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: $25M - $100M
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted / Full and Open Competition
- NAICS: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), Size Standard: $19M
- Tentative Solicitation Issue: June 2026
- Bid Due Date: Not less than 30 days after solicitation issuance
- Place of Performance: John Day Dam, Rufus, OR
CMMC Requirements
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) is required for prime contractors and subcontractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) prior to obtaining contract drawings and contract award. Subcontractors processing only Federal Contract Information (FCI) require CMMC Level 1 (Self). Offerors must affirm CMMC status to receive CUI-containing solicitation documents.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice for planning purposes only and not a request for bids. Firms must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of bid submission. This acquisition is subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. Contractors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for updates.