Miter Gate Drive Gearbox Rebuild
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 Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation Contracting Office intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price, sole source contract to Timken Gears & Services, Inc. for the Miter Gate Drive Gearbox Rebuild. This action is based on authority 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing that Timken Gears & Services, Inc. (formerly Philadelphia Gear) is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and possesses proprietary design knowledge essential for the required components.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the full replacement of internal gearing and components, reassembly, and testing of two (2) miter gate drive operating gearboxes. This work is for the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of mechanical power transmission equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Date for Notice: May 6, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: April 21, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes or proposals. No requests for capability briefings will be honored, and any information provided will not be used for subsequent solicitations. The government's determination not to compete this proposed contract is solely at its discretion.