Steel and Aluminum Bronze miter gate parts for Pittsburgh District, USACE
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to identify qualified Total Small Business vendors for the manufacture and supply of various steel and aluminum bronze miter gate parts. This market research aims to gather information on potential sources, size classification, and socio-economic status under NAICS Code 332710 (Machine Shops). Responses are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the production and delivery of 12 specific miter gate components, including Miter Contact Blocks, Pintles, Anchor Bars, Studs, Gudgeon Pins, Bushings, Wedge Pins, Gudgeon Links, Link Pins, and Keeper Plates. Detailed engineering drawings and specifications outline precise requirements for:
- Materials: Stainless Steel (ASTM A240 Type 304), Forged Steel (ASTM A-668 Class D/K), Aluminum Bronze (ASTM B148, B271, B505 UNS C95400), and Structural Steel (ASTM A36).
- Workmanship: High-grade machining with specific tolerances (+/- 0.010-inch for machine-finished surfaces) and surface finishes (ANSI B46.1 standards).
- Processes: Welding (referencing AWS codes), casting for aluminum bronze bushings, and assembly for certain components.
- Quality Assurance: Nondestructive Testing (NDT) for CLINs 003, 004, 005, 007, 009, 010, and 011, including ultrasonic and magnetic particle tests. All parts must be delivered to the Pittsburgh Engineering Warehouse and Repair Shops (PEWARS) by September 1, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (SSN)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332710 (Machine Shops)
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 3, 2026
- Delivery Deadline: September 1, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested businesses must respond with a statement demonstrating their capability to comply with the detailed specifications and drawings. Required documentation includes Certificates of Compliance and Material Test Reports for all items. Responses will be used for information and planning purposes to make appropriate acquisition decisions; this SSN does not constitute a solicitation, and responses are not offers.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only. A formal solicitation may be published after reviewing responses.
- Technical Point of Contact: Timothy O'Loughlin (as per specifications document).
- General Contact: Andrew Barlament (andrew.barlament@usace.army.mil, 412-395-7478).