SMCH Station Service Air Compressors
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 US Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified businesses capable of providing three (3) Oil-Lubricated Rotary Screw Air Compressor Assemblies for McNary Lock and Dam in Umatilla, OR. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside market research effort, not a solicitation. Responses are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for three (3) station service air compressor assemblies, with two replacing existing units and one serving as a spare. Each assembly must deliver 513 ACFM @ 125 PSIG with a 125 HP motor. Key specifications include maximum dimensions of 109" L x 67" H x 58" W, non-proprietary replacement parts, and compliance with NEC and ASME standards. Standard equipment includes a heavy-duty base, dual lubricant separator elements, water-cooled lubricant cooler, CSA listed control panel, ISC Lead/Lag control package, and connectivity features. The units must fit within existing space without system alteration. Funding for this purchase is from Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Small Cap Hydro.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: February 3, 2026, 4:38 PM ET
- Delivery: FOB Destination to McNary Lock and Dam, 6-9 weeks after contract award. Delivery hours are Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, excluding federal holidays.
- Warranty: 1 year on assembly, 5 years on airend and motor, 3 years on VSD.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should email the following information to kristin.n.kreutzer@usace.army.mil:
- Name of firm and point of contact.
- Business size (large or small business) under NAICS Code 4310 (Compressors And Vacuum Pumps).
- UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) from SAM.gov.
- Ability to meet the delivery date, or suggest a realistic alternative.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for identifying businesses with the capability to accomplish the work and to determine if a set-aside is appropriate. All materials must conform to the “Buy American Act”. Contractors must comply with FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify Program). Contract personnel are subject to security vetting, background checks, and training requirements.