K--Nathaniel "Nat" Washington Power Plant GSU Transformer Replacements

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes only and is not a Request for Proposals (RFP), Quotations, or Bids. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking information from firms capable of performing a construction contract to supply and install six (6) 276 MVA, 45-degree rise, single-phase, outdoor, step-up transformers. The transformers will be connected in a wye configuration on the high voltage side and a delta configuration on the low voltage side to create a three-phase connected bank. The estimated magnitude for this project is between $150 and $175 million.

• Supply and install six (6) single-phase, outdoor, GSU Transformers (165/220/276 MVA, 45-degrees C rise, 60-hz, 310.687kV high side, 15kV low side, 1675kV BIL, 17.2% impedance, synthetic ester fluid).

• Installation will occur over two outage periods, with one bank of three transformers per outage.

• Remove and dispose of three (3) GSU transformers from in-service operations.

• Remove and dispose of four (4) GSU transformers from spare locations.

• Remove and reinstall three (3) GSU transformers from in-service operation to spare.

• Furnish and install new seismic anchorage systems for the new transformers.

• Modify existing isolated phase bus for new transformers.

• The work will be located at the Nathaniel "Nat" Washington Power Plant (formerly Third Power Plant) at Grand Coulee Dam, Washington.

• Interested firms should respond to this Sources Sought Notice.

• Responses are requested by email only to Scott Cooper at smcooper@usbr.gov.

• Responses will be accepted until Close of Business (COB) April 15, 2025.

• NAICS code: 335311, Power Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing.

• Small Business Size Standard: 800 employees.

• Firms of any size are encouraged to respond.

• A DRAFT copy of the specifications is attached, and industry comments are welcome.

• Drawings will be emailed to interested parties after receipt of a completed Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Completed NDAs should be sent with a request for drawings to Scott Cooper at smcooper@usbr.gov.

• Responses should include:

  • Offeror's name, address, DUNS/UEI number, points of contact.
  • Business size/classification (including any designations like Small Business, HUBZone, etc.).
  • Description of capabilities and examples of experience with ester-filled transformers at specified voltage levels.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) required by the Bureau of Reclamation. It outlines the terms and conditions under which a recipient agrees to hold "For Official Use Only" information in confidence.

• Agreement to Hold Information: The recipient agrees to protect information defined as "For Official Use Only" as per Bureau of Reclamation Directive SLE 02-01.
• Purpose Limitation: Information shall only be used for contemplated purposes and not disclosed to third parties.
• Protection of Information: The recipient must safeguard the information against disclosure and acknowledges that all protected information remains the property of Reclamation.
• Disclosure Restrictions: Protected information cannot be disclosed to employees, consultants, or third parties without their execution of a similar agreement and Reclamation's approval.
• Duration of Obligation: The agreement's obligations continue until Reclamation determines the information no longer requires protection or by mutual written agreement.
• Acknowledgement Section: Requires typed/printed name, government/department/agency/business address, and telephone number of the acknowledging party.
• Witness Section: Requires typed/printed name, government/department/agency/business address, and telephone number of a witness.

Bidders may be required to sign this Non-Disclosure Agreement if the opportunity involves access to or handling of "For Official Use Only" information. It is crucial for potential bidders to understand the terms of this agreement, particularly regarding the handling and disclosure of sensitive information, before proceeding with a proposal.

Solicitation

This document is a draft solicitation for the replacement of Generator Step-Up (GSU) transformers at the Nathaniel 'Nat' Washington Power Plant in Columbia Basin Project, Washington. It outlines the supplies and services required, including:

• Price Schedule 1 (Overall Project Costs): Supply six (6) GSU power transformers (manufacture, factory test, transport).

• Price Schedule 2 (K21A Construction): Remove and dispose of three (3) in-service GSU power transformers, install three (3) new GSU power transformers, modify isolated phase bus in Bay 21, and furnish/install seismic anchorage and oil barrier systems.

• Price Schedule 3 (K22A Construction): Remove and dispose of four (4) spare GSU power transformers, remove and reinstall three (3) in-service GSU power transformers to spare locations, dispose of surge arresters, install three (3) new GSU power transformers, modify isolated phase bus in Bay 22, and furnish/install seismic anchorage and oil barrier systems.

• Offers will be evaluated based on the total of Price Schedules 1, 2, and 3.

• Offers not including all three schedules will be considered nonresponsive.

• Offers are subject to the terms and conditions of this solicitation.

• Specific contract clauses are referenced for payment and warranty.

• Not specified in this section.

• This is a draft solicitation.

• CLIN types are designated as Construction (C) or Supply (S).

• Warranted characteristics for transformer losses are detailed.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes only and is not a Request for Proposals, Quotations, or Bids. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking information from interested firms regarding their capabilities to supply and install six (6) 276 MVA, 45-degree rise, single-phase, outdoor, step-up transformers at the Nathaniel “Nat” Washington Power Plant. Responses will help shape the acquisition strategy. Firms that responded to prior notices should respond again due to changes in transformer requirements.

• Supply and install six (6) single-phase, outdoor, GSU transformers (165/220/276 MVA, 45-degrees C rise, 60-hz, 310.687kV High Side, 15kV Low Side, 17.2% Impedance, SYNTHETIC ESTER FLUID).

• Remove and dispose of three (3) in-service GSU transformers and four (4) spare GSU transformers.

• Remove and reinstall three (3) in-service GSU transformers to spare.

• Furnish and install new seismic anchorage systems.

• Modify existing isolated phase bus.

• Estimated magnitude: $100 to $150 million.

• Sources Sought Response Deadline: February 14, 2025, COB.

• Responses should be sent via email to Scott Cooper at smcooper@usbr.gov.

• Industry Day: January 28, 2025, at Grand Coulee Dam. Registration deadline: January 21, 2025, by emailing Colby Clifford (cclifford@usbr.gov) and Scott Cooper (smcooper@usbr.gov).

• One-on-one meetings with Reclamation Team are available on the afternoon of January 28, 2025; schedule by January 21, 2025.

• NAICS Code: 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.

• Responses requested from firms of any size.

• Information requested includes business size/classification (SB, HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, ISBEE, 8(a)).

• Small Business Subcontracting Goals for FY24 were noted (SB 42.0%, SDB 10.0%, WOSB 5.0%, SDVOSB 5.0%, HUBZone 3.0%, ISBEE 3.0%).

• A DRAFT copy of the specifications is attached; industry comments are welcome.

• Drawings will be provided upon receipt of a completed Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), attached separately. Send completed NDAs and requests for drawings to Scott Cooper.

• Foreign nationals attending Industry Day must submit passport information by January 14, 2025.

• Information requested includes capabilities, experience with ester fluid transformers, manufacturer/country of origin, estimated delivery time, construction bonding, and experience with Project Labor Agreements (E.O. 14063).

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is a market research tool to gather information from industry regarding a potential construction contract for the replacement of transformers at the Nathaniel "Nat" Washington Powerplant. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking information to shape the acquisition strategy for this requirement. This is NOT a Request for Proposals (RFP), Quotations, or Bids, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. No costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed.

• Supply and install six (6) 276 MVA, 45-degree rise, single-phase, outdoor, step-up transformers.

• Three (3) single-phase transformers will be connected in wye (high voltage) and delta (low voltage) to create a three-phase bank.

• Transformers will be GSU type, with a capacity of 165/220/276 MVA and a 45-degree C rise.

• High side voltage: 310.687kV (538.125kV system) with 1675kV BIL.

• Low side voltage: 15kV with 110kV BIL.

• Impedance: 17.2% on a 276 MVA base.

• Insulating Fluid: SYNTHETIC ESTER FLUID.

• Work includes removal and disposal of existing transformers (in-service and spare).

• Work includes reinstallation of three (3) GSU transformers from in-service to spare.

• Furnishing, installing, and commissioning two sets of three in-service generator step-up power transformers (total of six).

• Furnishing and installing new seismic anchorage systems.

• Modifying existing isolated phase bus.

• Estimated magnitude: Between $100 and $150 million.

• NAICS Code: 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45 million.

• Responses to this Sources Sought are requested by email only to Scott Cooper at smcooper@usbr.gov.

• Responses will be accepted until Close of Business (COB) February 14, 2025.

• A DRAFT copy of the specifications is attached; industry comments are welcome.

• Drawings will be emailed to interested parties upon receipt of a completed Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

• Firms of any size are encouraged to respond.

• Information requested includes business size/classification (Small Business, HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise, or 8(a)).

• The project may be subject to Executive Order (E.O.) 14063, Use of Project Labor Agreements.

• Information on meeting the Bureau of Reclamation's Small Business Subcontracting requirements is requested, with FY 2024 goals provided.

• An Industry Day is scheduled for January 28, 2025, at Grand Coulee Dam.

• Potential contractors and manufacturers can visit the site and hold one-on-one meetings.

• To register for the Industry Day or schedule a one-on-one meeting, contact Eric Ahlem (eahlem@usbr.gov) and Scott Cooper (smcooper@usbr.gov).

• Foreign nationals attending must submit passport information by January 14, 2025.

Solicitation

This document is a draft solicitation for the GSU Transformer Replacements at the Nathaniel 'Nat' Washington Power Plant, Columbia Basin Project, Washington. It outlines the supplies and services required, including:

• Supply of Transformers: Six (6) Generator Step-Up (GSU) power transformers, including manufacturing, factory testing, and transport.

• K21A Construction: Removal and disposal of three (3) in-service GSU power transformers and associated high-voltage surge arresters. Installation and commissioning of three (3) new GSU power transformers with high-voltage surge arresters and Dissolved Gas Monitors (DGMs). Modification of existing isolated phase bus for connection to new transformers in Bay 21. Furnishing and installation of seismic anchorage systems and oil barrier systems for new transformers.

• K22A Construction: Removal and disposal of four (4) GSU power transformers from spare locations. Removal and reinstallation of three (3) in-service GSU power transformers to spare locations. Disposal of high-voltage surge arresters. Installation and commissioning of three (3) new GSU power transformers with high-voltage surge arresters and DGMs. Modification of existing isolated phase bus for connection to new transformers in Bay 22. Furnishing and installation of seismic anchorage systems and oil barrier systems for new transformers.

• Offers must complete Price Schedules 1, 2, and 3. Offers not including all schedules will be considered nonresponsive.

• Offers will be evaluated based on the total of Price Schedules 1, 2, and 3.

• Offers are subject to the terms and conditions of this solicitation.

• Specific clauses related to payment for mobilization and preparatory work (CLIN 1-3) and failure to meet performance warranties are referenced.

• Not specified in this section.

• The document includes detailed specifications for various aspects of the project, including:

  • Summary of Work
  • Other Contracts
  • Use of Site
  • Work Restrictions
  • Interruption of Service
  • Coordination Meetings
  • Contract Document Management System
  • Construction Program
  • Submittals
  • Safety Data Sheets
  • Safety and Health
  • Contractor's Onsite Safety and Health Personnel
  • Site Security
  • Reference Standards
  • Quality Procedures
  • Temporary Utilities
  • Vehicular Access and Parking
  • Protection of Existing Installations
  • Environmental Controls
  • Water Pollution Control
  • Oil Spill Prevention
  • Product Requirements
  • Cleaning and Waste Management
  • Project Record Documents
  • General Requirements for Hazardous Materials
  • Removal and Disposal of Asbestos Containing Materials
  • Removal and Disposal of Equipment Containing Hazardous Materials
  • Removal and Disposal of Used Oil
  • Internally Threaded Adhesive Inserts
  • Nonshrink Grout for Equipment and Metalwork
  • Concrete Coring and Repair
  • Power Transformer Anchorage Systems
  • Firestopping
  • Coatings
  • Basic Electrical Materials and Methods
  • Selective Demolition for Electrical
  • Conductors and Cables
  • Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems
  • Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems
  • Identification Signs
  • Wiring Checkout and Tests
  • Oil Spill Barriers
  • Outdoor Jumper Buses, Rigid Bus, and Accessories
  • High Voltage Surge Arresters
  • Isolated Phase Bus
  • Electrical Power Generation Transformers
  • Transformer Insulating Fluid
  • Transformer Dissolved Gas Monitor
  • Information Available to Offerors
  • Photographs
  • Heavy Metal Analytic Test Results
  • Drawings

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Federal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) required by the Bureau of Reclamation. It outlines the terms and conditions under which a recipient agrees to hold information characterized as 'For Official Use Only' in trust and confidence.

• Agreement to hold information as 'For Official Use Only' and not disclose it to third parties.
• Specification that information is to be used only for contemplated purposes.
• Protection of information under the Federal Freedom of Information Act and state open records acts.
• Requirement for recipients to safeguard information and acknowledge it remains the property of Reclamation.
• Prohibition of disclosure to employees, consultants, or third parties without prior approval and execution of a similar agreement.
• Continuation of obligations until Reclamation determines protection is no longer required or by mutual written agreement.
• Sections for the recipient to provide typed/printed name, government/department/agency/business address, telephone number, signature, and date.
• A section for a witness to provide similar information.

Bidders may be required to sign this Non-Disclosure Agreement if they will have access to sensitive or proprietary information during the solicitation process or contract performance. It is crucial for understanding the obligations regarding the handling and protection of such information.