MNA ESBS Cable

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District is seeking sources to procure 2,000 linear feet of specialized submersible cable for the Extended Submerged Barrier Screens (ESBS) at McNary Lock and Dam. This pre-solicitation notice is a sources sought announcement designed to identify businesses capable of meeting the technical specifications for a four-conductor, 14 AWG stranded copper cable with specific performance requirements. Interested firms must respond by January 24, 2025, by emailing specific information including their business name, contact details, business size, Unique Entity Identifier, and confirmation of delivery capability. The technical specifications demand a cable that can withstand underwater installation in temperatures ranging from -20F to 130F, with specific insulation, jacket, and conductor color requirements. Evaluation will be based on vendors' ability to meet the detailed technical specifications and delivery timeline.

The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, targeting businesses in the Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing NAICS category (335929). The cable must be delivered in two 1,000-foot spools to McNary Lock and Dam in Umatilla, Oregon, with a required delivery window of 10 weeks from contract award. The cable must meet precise technical parameters, including a maximum diameter of 0.630 inches, weight under 190 pounds per 1,000 feet, and specific insulation and jacket characteristics. Delivery is restricted to Monday through Thursday between 7:00am and 4:00pm, with a target delivery date of October 8, 2024. While no specific award value is mentioned, the detailed technical requirements suggest a specialized procurement focused on high-performance underwater electrical infrastructure for the US Army Corps of Engineers' lock and dam operations.