Sources Sought - John Day Cavitation Repairs
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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 Department of the Army, W071 ENDIST PORTLAND, is conducting a Sources Sought for John Day Cavitation Repairs at John Day Dam, Oregon. This is for market research to identify interested and qualified firms for anticipated generator unit cavitation repairs. The government is seeking responses from both large and small businesses, including various small business categories, to inform future acquisition strategies. Responses are due by May 4, 2026, at 1:00 pm PST.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought is for informational and market research purposes only, not a solicitation. The objective is to gauge industry interest, capabilities, and qualifications to make informed business decisions and potentially inform future solicitations. The project involves significant cavitation repairs on two generator units at John Day Dam. The contractor will be responsible for removing blocks, excavating damaged zones, filling with mild steel, applying a stainless-steel overlay, and restoring units to original design tolerances, repeating the process for a second unit after the first is complete.
Project Details
- NAICS Code: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Size Standard: $45,000,000
- Estimated Construction Cost (ECC): $500,000 to $1,000,000
- Anticipated Contract Type: One Firm Fixed-Price construction contract
- Anticipated Schedule: Advertisement June 2026, Award October 2026
- Anticipated Source Selection: Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Set-Aside Strategy: Acquisition strategy is not yet determined, but maximum small business participation is being sought at both prime and subcontracting levels. Responses will help determine potential set-aside strategies.
Key Requirements & Constraints
- CMMC Level 1 Self Certification will be required. Contractors must be "Certified" to review Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) documents and have "Conditional Status" for award.
- Contractor access to the work site will be from I-84 Exit 109.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit responses electronically via email to Jessica.Manley@usace.army.mil and Cory.R.Pfenning@usace.army.mil with the subject "Sources Sought – JD Cavitation Repairs". Responses are limited to four pages and must include:
- Firm's name, address, POC, phone, email, CAGE, and Unique Entity ID.
- Business category and size (including specific small business designations).
- Explanation of prime firm’s capabilities, special qualifications/certifications, equipment, and proposed self-performed work, including current CMMC Level or timeline to obtain it.
- Description of work performed under similar project constraints.
- One to three project examples (similar in size, scope, and complexity, with asbestos removal certification recommended) including project title, contract number, award/completion dates, customer info, and dollar values.
- Joint Venture information (if applicable) and bonding capability.
- Firm's interest and likelihood in bidding on the future solicitation.
Deadlines & Contacts
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, at 1:00 pm PST
- Primary Contact: Jessica Manley, Contracting Specialist (Jessica.Manley@usace.army.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Cory Pfenning, Contracting Officer (Cory.R.Pfenning@usace.army.mil)