A.02 Sources Sought W9127N26SS30072 - JDA - TDA Tainter Valves Rev Belzona 05-13-26.pdf

General. This is a SOURCES SOUGHT and is for informational/market research purposes only. THIS IS

NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, QUOTATION OR BID, NOR A SYNOPSIS OF A PROPOSED

CONTRACT ACTION UNDER FAR SUBPART 5.2.

This Sources Sought is to gain knowledge of the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of industry so the government can make informed business decisions. We are seeking responses from both large and small business members of industry to include: Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses to include 8(a) firms, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to include Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Service- Disabled Veteran-Owned Small business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). All interested parties are highly encouraged to respond.

Reponses to this Sources Sought announcement will be used by the Government to make business decisions and to inform potential future solicitations.

The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 237990, “Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction”. The related size standard is $45M. Product Service Code:

J048 Maint/repair/rebuild Of Equipment- Valve.

Formal Sources Sought Response Due – 20 May 2026 at 3:00 pm PDT.

Project Background. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requires the repair and rehabilitation of at least one Tainter Valve (TV1) at The Dalles Lock and Dam (TDA) and two Tainter Valves (TV3 & TV4) at the John Day Lock and Dam (JDA). The primary scope of work will address structural issues identified in engineering drawings provided by USACE. The identified structural issues include significant weld cracking, cracking of the Tainter valve skin plates, cavitation damage at the skin plates, advanced corrosion of structural members and failure of the finish paint system in some areas. It is anticipated additional structural damage will be identified during the repair of the Tainter valves.

The rehabilitation and repair of the Tainter valves in question will include the removal and replacement of the valve seals, seal plates, seal plate hardware and the installation of a new set of armor plates overlaid on the regions of cavitation damage at the seal plate bolts.

Additional requirements for this scope of work include the removal, handling, transport and delivery of the damaged Tainter valves from the Navigation Lock to a fabrication shop for repair of the aforementioned structural deficiencies. Upon repair, the Tainter valves in question are to be transported back to the project site for reinstallation. The responsible contractor will also need to provide as-built dimensional control survey of each valve upon a) removal, b) completion of the repair work at the fabrication shop and c) immediately prior to reinstallation of the valve at the Navigation lock fill chamber. This condition necessitates the replacement of bushings and requires as-built surveying to ensure proper fit upon reinstallation

Project Scope: The following information represents the project objectives: The scope of this project is to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to perform the comprehensive rehabilitation of the Tainter valves. The reinstallation work is to be performed inside of the navigation lock fill culverts.

The structural and weld repair scope includes the following items:

The repair of cracks, corrosion, and cavitation damage on the skin plate, girders, and other structural members as detailed in the engineering drawings provided with this bid advertisement.

Corroded sections of the Tainter valve, including areas where the existing paint system has failed, will need to be repaired per USACE specifications.

All structural welds must conform to AWS D1.1 standards. Contractors must factor in time for Government inspection, testing, and potential rework for rejected welds.

The fabricating plant and fabricator must be certified under the AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) Quality Certification Program, and must be designated an AISC Certified Plant, Category CBR: Major Bridge Fabrication, IBR: Certified Bridge Fabricator - Intermediate, ABR:

Certified Bridge Fabricator - Advanced or HYD: Certified Metal Hydraulic Fabricator with a fracture critical endorsement (FCE) at time of bid and for the duration of the contract. The fabricator or fabrication plant must possess five 5 years documented experience on projects of similar scope.

The component replacement and refurbishment scope includes:

Replacement of top, bottom, and side seals for the Tainter Valves being repaired as part of this scope of work. Replacement of these seals will also include the replacement of all seal plates and seal plate hardware.

The rehabilitation of the cavitated regions at the face of the downstream skin plate will require the installation of new ‘armor’ plate sections to mitigate the potential for additional cavitation.

For TDA TV1, replacement and possible in-place machining of new, oversized self-lubricating bushings for the lifting eye and trunnion ends to correct for the warped condition of the gate. The self-lubricating bushings are of the fabric reinforced polymer type rated for use in submerged marine environments with a dynamic bearing pressure of at least 10,000 psi and must conform to the failure critical bearing requirements as per USACE specifications.

Replacement of these bushings will require close coordination with USACE personnel using information provided from the initial as-built survey of the Tainter valve to ensure correct alignment of the valve within the fill culvert.

Site Constraints: The Navigation Lock will be in service during the work. The fill culvert will be isolated by bulkheads but will be a permit required confined space. Historically, removal/reinstallation of tainter valves requires at least two cranes (material handling and personnel access). The tainter valve must be supported and disconnected from the trunnions, then rotated so it can be hoisted out of the fill culvert. Most (if not all) crane operations will be critical lifts. The Government anticipates including allowable deck loading in the solicitation documents.

Surveying and Dimensional Control: A detailed survey locating specified points, surfaces, and axes of interest must be performed prior to removal of the valves from the project site. These surveys must be repeated at multiple stages to confirm the existing deflected condition of the valves. This data will be compared to the original design drawings to identify any dimensional discrepancies that may impact reinstallation and allow the government to determine the best course of action for modifications needed to reinstall the valves.

Initial Survey: Contractor to survey the valves immediately after removal to verify dimensions between the strut arm trunnion hubs, distances between the picking eye ear plates and other dimensions as needed to verify general alignment of the valve relative to the design drawings.

Post-Repair Survey: Survey the valves at the fabrication shop immediately after repairs are complete.

This effort will serve as a back check of the initially surveyed dimensions and help identify any changes in the condition of the valve upon return from repair.

Final Confirmation Survey: Survey the gate immediately before reinstallation. This final survey will serve as a confirmation of the as-built dimensions of the valve upon return from repair.

Corrective Action Planning: In the event of the discovery of significant misalignment of the valves, the contractor will be expected to coordinate with the Government to develop procedures, such as trimming and/or replacement of trunnion bushing collars, trimming of the pin hubs, or pin hub bore realignment to resolve any dimensional issues identified during the surveys that may impact the reinstallation of the valve in the Nav Lock fill chamber.

Due to the unknown condition of the structural elements within the interior of the Tainter valve assemblies, the contractor may be required to assist in the assessment of the severity of the newly discovered defects and to coordinate with the Government to develop an effective repair plan.

Anticipated Construction Schedule: CENWP intends to advertise this project by June 2026 and award a Construction Contract on or before 30 SEP 2026. Delivery for first repaired valve, JDA TV3, expected NTP + 6 months with contract completion NTP + 7 months.

Estimated Magnitude of Construction: $1,000,000.00 to $5,000,000.00

Number and Type of Contracts: NWP contemplates awarding a Firm-Fixed Price Construction

Contract. The acquisition strategy decision has not yet been determined. Maximum Small business participation is being sought at both the Prime and subcontracting levels.

Anticipated Procurement Method: Invitation for Bid (IFB)

Brand Name Product: Belzona 1111

This project requires the use and application of Belzona 1111 (Super Metal) to repair the scored bearing housing on the Main Boiler Feed Pump. Belzona 1111 is the only evaluated composite that meets the strict zero-shrinkage tolerance and 350°F+ dry-heat operational requirements necessary to restore the component in-situ without requiring hazardous "hot work" or prolonged mission downtime.

The government is inquiring if there is an “equal” product that meets the following salient characteristics of Belzona 1111:

Salient Characteristics

The metal fill product used to fill the cavitated regions of the Tainter valve skin plates must possess the following salient characteristics and meet the following requirements to be considered acceptable for use in this contract:

- Dimensional Stability (Zero Shrinkage): The product must exhibit minimal shrinkage in its permanently formed state. The product cannot exceed more than 0.01% shrinkage upon final cure. This is its most critical feature for this project, allowing for the exact molding and filling of the cavitated regions of the skin plate without voids or requiring additional machined prep of the cavitated regions behind the armor plating.

- Moldability: The product must be moldable in a paste or semi-liquid form prior to final cure. The product must have the capability to be applied to rough, irregular in-situ surfaces and be able to be applied to vertical and overhead surfaces without the need for complex machinery. The product should be able to be molded or formed at room temperature and in a shop environment without the need for special heating or cooling of the work area.

- Machinability: Upon final cure, the product must behave like a soft metal. It must be able to be drilled, tapped, and ground using standard tools without cracking, deforming or splintering, thus allowing for highly precise finishing of the filled skin plate regions behind the added armor plating. The product should also be able to be finished to a smooth surface, matching the finished smoothness of painted structural steel to ensure consistency in finished surfaces across the skin plate of the tainter valve.

- High Mechanical Strength: The product must have a minimum compressive strength of 12,500 psi at 72*F.

- Galvanic Isolation: The product must not cause or accelerate bimetallic corrosion when joining dissimilar metals, such as carbon steel in contact stainless-steel components in a submerged environment.

- Dry Temperature Resistance: The product must maintain full structural integrity and mechanical properties in a dry environment when heated to temperatures up to 200°C / 392°F.

- Wet Temperature Resistance: The product must maintain full structural integrity and mechanical properties in a submerged environment and being heated to temperatures up to 60°C / 140°F.

- Heat Distortion Temperature: The product must not deform while under mechanical load when exposed to temperatures of up to 60°C / 140°F

- Cold Performance Temperature: The product must be able to maintain mechanical properties and structural integrity while submerged in near freezing river water. Temperature ranges for performance are anticipated to range from 33*F up to 75*F

- Chemical Resistance: The product must exhibit excellent resistance to a wide range of common industrial chemicals, such as water, sea water, crude and/or refined oils, gasoline, alcohols, mineral spirits and paint thinners.

- Acceptable for River Useage: The product must be suitable contact with potable drinking water and certified to NSF/ANSI 61.

- Pull Off Adhesion: The product must be tested in accordance with ASTM D4541 and be capable of achieving a minimum of 4,000 psi breaking strength at 72*F.

- Flexural Strength: The product must be tested in accordance with ASTM D790 and maintain a minimum flexural strength of 10,000 psi at 72*F. The product must maintain a minimum flexural modulus of 1.0X10^6 psi at 72*F.

- Tensile Strength: The product must be tested in accordance with ASTM D638 and maintain a minimum tensile break strength of 4,000 psi at 72*F

52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal.

As prescribed in 11.107(a), insert the following provision:

BRAND NAME OR EQUAL (AUG 1999)

(a) If an item in this solicitation is identified as "brand name or equal," the purchase description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs. The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that "equal" products must meet are specified in the solicitation.

(b) To be considered for award, offers of "equal" products, including "equal" products of the brand name manufacturer, must-

(1) Meet the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified in this solicitation;

(2) Clearly identify the item by-

(i) Brand name, if any; and

(ii) Make or model number;

(3) Include descriptive literature such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the Contracting Officer; and

(4) Clearly describe any modifications the offeror plans to make in a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements. Mark any descriptive material to clearly show the modifications.

(c) The Contracting Officer will evaluate "equal" products on the basis of information furnished by the offeror or identified in the offer and reasonably available to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer is not responsible for locating or obtaining any information not identified in the offer.

(d) Unless the offeror clearly indicates in its offer that the product being offered is an "equal" product, the offeror shall provide the brand name product referenced in the solicitation.

(End of provision)

New Requirement: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

The forthcoming solicitation will require the contractor and/or subcontractor(s) information system to process, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and require the contractor and/or subcontractor(s) to comply with CMMC requirements. The CMMC level required by this solicitation is: CMMC Level 1 (Self). This CMMC level, or higher (see 32 CFR part 170), is required prior to award for each contractor information system that will process, store, or transmit FCI or CUI during performance of the contract.

PROJECT SPECIFIC CONSTRAINTS AND CHALLENGES:

Due to the complexity of repairing these existing damaged Tainter valves, contractors should anticipate a minimum of weekly shop site visits and coordination meetings with USACE personnel.

The JDA TV3 & TV4 valves are to be returned to John Day dam and reinstalled immediately upon their return from repair, requiring close coordination for shipping of the valves and handling of the valves onsite at the dam.

The TDA TV1 valve will be returned to The Dalles dam for storage onsite, at a location determined by USACE / Government personnel.

QUESTIONS FOR INDUSTRY:

1. Is there anything in our SOW that would discourage you from bidding? If so, please explain.

2. Given the multi-stage survey requirements for the Tainter valves, what risks do you foresee during fabrication and reinstallation?

3. Part of this project includes the potential need to modify the existing valve structure to achieve dimensional compliance for reinstallation. What risks do you foresee with this effort?

4. Structural repair of the damaged tainter valves will require specialized welding certifications and skilled labor that may be difficult to find in the region where the project is located. Are you aware of skilled labor shortages in the area for those crafts what will be needed to complete the referenced project? If so, please elaborate and provide supporting documentation.

5. Are there any market conditions, material / consumable supply issues or industry practices related to the repair of large hydraulic steel structures that you feel the Government needs to be aware of?

6. Is it possible to do this repair work onsite at the project versus at a fabrication shop? Concerns with doing so? Special needs or considerations that the Government needs to be aware of if we opt to go this route?

7. If the repair is done at a fabrication shop, would this requirement still be considered a construction requirement from industry’s perspective or a repair IAW RFO 22.1003-6 Repair distinguished from remanufacturing of equipment?

8. The Government is likely to pursue this requirement using IFB. Do you have any concerns with this approach?

9. Are you aware of time sensitive issues/scheduling requirements that would affect the rate at which the referenced project should be completed (Delivery for first repaired valve, JDA TV3, expected NTP + 6 months with contract completion NTP + 7 months)? If so, please elaborate and provide supporting documentation where possible.

10. The ideal contractor would have experience with AWS D1.1 welding and the repair of existing steel structures for a Government agency. Do you foresee any issues with the availability of contractors in the region with that type of experience?

11. The ideal contractor would have experience planning & executing critical lifts at an actively operating Government facility. Do you foresee any issues with the availability of contractors in the region with that type of experience?

12. Is there an “equal” product that meets the salient characteristics of Belzona 1111? If so, please provide the product brand name and its respective specifications meeting or exceeding the salient characteristics (these pages will not count towards the 6 page limit) as this information will be used IAW DFARS 206.103-170(d) (DFARS CD 2026-O0017, Rev 1).

Submission Instructions. Formal responses to this Sources Sought notice must be submitted electronically (via email) with SUBJECT: Sources Sought – W9127N26SSR30072. Please email to Justin Figueredo, Contracting Officer, at Justin.F.Figueredo@usace.army.mil and Contract Specialist, at Andrew.J.Sprys@usace.army.mil before 3:00 pm Pacific Daylight Time on 20 May 2026.

Interested parties’ responses to this Sources Sought shall be limited to twelve (12) pages and shall include the following information:

a. Firm's name, address, point of contact, phone number, e-mail address, CAGE and Unique Entity

ID.

b. Firm's business category and size: Large Business (include summary of small business participation metrics), Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses to include 8(a) firms, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to include Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small business (SDVOSB) and at the subcontracting level, Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).

c. An explanation of the prime firm’s capabilities, special qualifications/certifications and equipment and describe the work to be self-performed as it pertains to the proposed work outlined in the Project Scope.

d. A description of work performed under similar project constraints and challenges listed under paragraph 3.

e. Project Examples (for Joint Ventures, please include projects completed by the Joint Venture if available):

• To be considered for a potential set aside strategy, provide a maximum of three (3), minimum of one (1), (List the critical elements required) project(s). These project examples must be similar in size, scope and complexity to the work described in paragraph 3 of this notice, with a description of each project (to include pertinent qualitative and quantitative information about featured scope elements), and include the following:

Project Title Contract Number Contract award date Customer name, phone number and email address

Prime or Subcontractor Initial contract dollar value Final contract dollar value Initial contract completion date Final contract completion date Customer satisfaction

The Government may verify information in CPARS or PPIRS.

f. Firm's Joint Venture information if applicable - existing and potential.

g. Firm's Bonding Capability in the form of a letter from Surety.

h. Firm's interest and the likelihood in bidding on the solicitation when it is issued. (Refer to planned advertise and performance dates)

i. Responses to the government’s questions in paragraph 5 and any other information the contractor feels the government needs to be aware of.

1. Disclaimer and Important Notes.

a. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this Sources Sought or any follow up information. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization's capabilities to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or to provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted.

b. All interested firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov to have size status considered. You must remain current for the duration of the source selection process to be eligible for award of a Government contract.