Sources_Sought_ARMATURE_1.pdf

Sources Sought – Hoover Dam Armature Rewind

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR ACQUISITION PLANNING PURPOSES

ONLY.

This is not a solicitation, request for proposal, or request for quotation. No contract will be awarded from this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any information submitted.

All capable businesses, regardless of size, are invited to respond by submitting a capability statement demonstrating the ability to perform the work described below. Responses will help the Government determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, including whether a set-aside is appropriate.

Proposed Project

The Bureau of Reclamation, Hoover Dam, has a requirement to inspect, test, clean, repair, rewind, resurface, and transport generator Armatures in accordance with the Electrical

Apparatus Service Association (EASA) Standard AR100-2015.

The work applies to static voltage regulator rotating exciters (“Armatures”) used on Hoover

Dam’s generators. Work includes all required measurements, diagnostics, repair activities, rewinding, balancing, machining, commutator resurfacing, engraving/etching, testing, documentation, and reporting. This requirement

Place of Performance

• Pickup/Return Location:

Hoover Dam Central Warehouse

Nevada State Route 172

Approximately 8 miles east of Boulder City, NV

(Escort and site access provided by Government)

• Contractor Facility Requirements:

Must be EASA-certified to perform rotating electrical apparatus services, including rewinding Armatures.

Scope of Work Summary

The contractor shall perform all tasks described in the Performance Work Statement, including but not limited to:

1. Transportation o Pick up Armatures (approx. 11,000–13,000 lbs each) from Hoover Dam Central

Warehouse

2. Initial Inspection & Documentation

3. Cleaning, Diagnostic Testing & Repair o

4. Engraving/Etching Requirements

5. Final Testing & Certification

6. Final Reporting & Return Shipping

NAICS / PSC

• NAICS: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except

Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (Small Business Size Standard:

\$12.5M)

• PSC: H291 – Equipment and Materials Testing – Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, and Waxes

Required Contractor Information

Interested firms must submit the following:

1. Company name and address

2. Point of contact, phone number, email

3. Unique Entity ID (SAM)

4. Business size and applicable SBA socioeconomic categories

5. Capability statement (max 5 pages), including:

o Demonstrated experience with similar generator Armature repair or large rotating electrical machinery o EASA certification proof o Relevant contract references with POCs o Facility capabilities (cranes, machining equipment, testing equipment) o Transportation capability for 11,000–13,000 lb units

6. Any subcontracting or joint venture intentions

7. Market research has shown that two NAICS codes could meet the needs of this requirement. Please make a recommendation as to whether this should be under NAICS

811310 commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair and maintenance, and

541380 testing and laboratory services.

Response Instructions

All responses must be submitted via email no later than 1500 Pacific Time, April 2, 2026.

Email submissions to:

gilbert_mincey@ios.doi.gov

With a copy to: luis_gallardo@ ios.doi.gov

Include the reference number (140R3026Q0048) in the subject line.

Important Notes

• This notice is not a request for proposals and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.

• No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with submitting capability statements.

• A formal solicitation, if issued, will be posted to SAM.gov.

• The Government may use the information gathered to determine the most appropriate acquisition path.