Downs Protective Dike Pumping Unit Repair and Generator Replacement Services

The Bureau of Reclamation intends to solicit repair and replacement services for pumping units and a generator at the Downs Protective Dike in Downs, Kansas, with a sources-sought deadline of July 8, 2026. The anticipated contract action does not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold and will be firm-fixed-price. Solicitation release is expected in late July or early August 2026, with a 180-day period of performance from award.

Work includes mobilization, removal, disassembly, inspection, and reinstallation of two identical vertical turbine VIT-FUFM 18LHXC pumping units rated at 4,488 USGPM with 24-foot total dynamic head, requiring replacement of all seals and bearings with factory-specified parts, installation of flexible hose-type grease lines, and commissioning within manufacturer specifications. The scope also encompasses supply and installation of a replacement diesel generator with minimum 180KW/225KVA capacity, 3-phase, 277/480V output, not exceeding 144" length × 66" width × 72" height, with a factory-authorized service provider within approximately 200 miles of Downs, Kansas, a 500-gallon double-wall integral containment fuel tank, and electrical work by a Kansas-licensed electrician. All work must comply with Reclamation Safety and Health Standards Section 1.03.

NAICS code is 811310 with small business size standard of $12.5 million. PSC is J043. Small business sources are encouraged to submit capability statements of no more than five pages addressing business information, relevant experience within the last five years, and comments on the proposed NAICS and PSC designations. Prospective contractors must be registered and maintain active registration in SAM to be eligible for award. Responses due July 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM MDT to dwane_esplin@ios.doi.gov.