Justification_for_Other_than_Full_and_Open_-_A9_Turbine_Redacted.pdf

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The period of performance for this requirement is 1,510 days, divided into two distinct phases:

• Phase I (717 days): Includes the complete design, manufacturing, and delivery of the turbine.

• Phase II: Involves GE Verona’s performance evaluation and inspection of the turbine after it has been in service for at least one year, ensuring operational effectiveness and validating long-term performance.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.303-

2(b)(4)). (Check one)\

Authority FAR Coverage Application 41 U.S.C. 1901 FAR 13.501 Only one responsible source using Simplified

Acquisition Procedures (above SAT but at or below $7.5M)

41 U.S.C. 1903 FAR 13.501 Special emergency procurement authority

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) FAR 6.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) FAR 6.302-1(c) Application for brand-name descriptions

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(2) FAR 6.302-2 Unusual and compelling urgency

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(3) FAR 6.302-3 Industrial mobilization; engineering, developmental or research capability; or expert services

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(4) FAR 6.302-4 International Agreement 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(5) FAR 6.302-5 Authorized or required by statute 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(6) FAR 6.302-6 National Security 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(7) FAR 6.302-7 Public Interest

5. Demonstration of Contractor’s Unique Qualifications (FAR 6.303-2(b)(5)).

GE Verona has been selected as the sole source for the development and fabrication of a hydroelectric turbine using an Advanced Casting Cell (ACC) manufacturing process.

This process utilizes additive manufacturing (3D printing) to produce sandcasting molds for large-scale, custom metal components.

Through a competitive Department of Energy (DOE) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), GE Verona demonstrated its unique capabilities by successfully manufacturing a hydroelectric turbine using this advanced process. As part of this DOE-led initiative, GE Verona will:

• Develop and test molds for casting components of a wide-head turbine.

• Enable testing of robotic welding techniques for turbine assembly.

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• Create a qualification and certification plan for the fabrication of large (10+ ton) turbines.

In Spring 2024, DOE approached BOR with the opportunity to participate in this program. Hoover Dam had a pressing need for a new turbine, and the technical specifications of the required turbine aligned precisely with the capabilities being developed by GE Verona under the DOE program.

GE Verona is uniquely qualified to perform this work. The development, testing, manufacturing, and certification processes are inherently integrated and cannot be reasonably separated or replicated by another vendor without duplicating costs and efforts already invested by DOE and GE Verona.

Furthermore, cost analysis indicates that the turbine provided through this partnership will be approximately 30% to 40% less expensive than a comparable unit procured through traditional competitive means. This cost efficiency is made possible through DOE’s advanced research funding and GE Verona’s proprietary manufacturing process.

6. Description of efforts made to maximize competition (FAR 6.303-2(b)(6)). A Notice of Intent to sole source was posted on August 12, 2025, with a response due date of August 22, 2025. A response from Andritz Hydro was received, a long-standing contractor currently supplying turbines for the Government for several years.

The proposed action is not a continuation of existing turbine supply but rather a research and development effort to create a new manufacturing process for hydroelectric turbines. GE Verona has been selected as the sole source for the development and fabrication of a hydroelectric turbine using an Advanced Casting Cell (ACC) manufacturing process. This process leverages additive manufacturing (3D printing) to produce sandcasting molds for large-scale, custom metal components.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost (FAR 6.303-2(b)(7)). Reclamation has a great deal of experience and history purchasing new turbines and an experienced group of technical experts who understand the pricing for turbines. BOR technical experts will evaluate and negotiate with GE Verona to get a fair and reasonable price.

8. Description of Market Research Conducted (FAR 6.303-2(b)(8)). Specific market research was not conducted because this action is part of a DOE program to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative manufacturing technologies in the United States. However, BOR engineers are currently developing a solicitation package that is intended to be solicited using normal competitive methods for a turbine that is very similar in size and performance requirements and the IGCE for that turbine is in the range of $4 to $6M. In addition, BOR engineers who have been involved with purchases of turbines of similar size and shape were interviewed and confirmed the price range for a new turbine of similar size and performance requirements would be in the $4 to $6M range. It is expected that BORs investment for this turbine will be an estimated 30% to 40% lower than if purchased by other means.