MNA ESBS Cable

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Walla Walla is soliciting quotes for 2,000 linear feet of specialized submersible 4-conductor cable for Extended Submerged Barrier Screens (ESBS) at McNary Lock and Dam. The solicitation (W912EF25Q0017) requires two 1,000-foot spools of 14 AWG stranded copper cable with specific technical requirements, including 600V insulation, high density polyethylene insulation, and a polyurethane outer jacket. Contractors must submit detailed descriptive materials such as brochures, illustrations, and data sheets demonstrating compliance with stringent technical specifications. Responses are due by February 14, 2025, with an anticipated delivery timeline of ten weeks after contract award. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on technical compliance, ability to meet precise cable specifications, and adherence to the detailed technical requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

This contract opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 335929 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The cable must meet extensive performance requirements, including functionality in temperatures ranging from -20F to 130F, turbulent water conditions, and constant environmental exposure. Delivery is specified as FOB Destination to McNary Lock and Dam in Umatilla, Oregon, with acceptance hours limited to Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The cable must feature color-coded conductors (black, white, red, green), water blocking compound, and specific dimensional constraints, including a maximum diameter of 0.630 inches and maximum weight of 190 pounds per 1,000 feet. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract represents a specialized procurement for critical infrastructure maintenance with precise technical and performance specifications.