RECOVERY--Z--PROJECT NUMBER 6400, Garrison Dam, Lake Sakakawea, ND GARRISON MAJOR REHAB 230KV TRANSFORMER INSTALL, GARRISON DAM, MISSOURI RIVER, NORTH DAKOTA, PROJECT NO. 105566

This is a RECOVERY project. The original presolicitation notice inadvertently omitted the RECOVERY designation. All other information in the previous announcement remains the same.

On or about 3 May 2010, this office will issue Request for Proposals for construction of the 230 kV GSU Transformer Installation, Garrison Power Plant, North Dakota. The solicitation will close on or about 09 June 2010.

This solicitation is a SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE

Contractors interested in inspecting the site of the proposed work should contact Zach Rieker, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Telephone: (701)654-7441 X3223.

DO NOT submit requests for plans and specifications to the site visit personnel listed above. See Obtaining Solicitation Documents below.
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Project Description: (Approx. quantities)

The project will require the Contractor to remove 9 existing single phase 230 kV generator step up unit (GSU) transformers, reconstruct the transformer deck to accommodate 3 new 230 kV 3-phase GSU transformers, remove and replace the isolated phase bus, replacing the existing oil filled high voltage cables with solid-dielectric high voltage cables, replacing the generator neutral grounding system, installing a transformer deluge system, sealing the floor where the transformer heat exchangers are located, replacing transformer controls and relaying, replacing the existing annunciation system, synchronizing potential transformers, and commissioning the transformers.

The estimated construction cost of this project is between $7,000,000 and $10,000,000.

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The Contractor will be required to commence work within 10 days after notice to proceed and complete the work 900 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed. Provisions will be included for liquidated damages in case of failure to complete the work in the time allowed. Performance and payment bonds will be required. Bonding documents including the power of attorney shall bear an original signature by an officer of the surety.


Bidders (Offerors):
Please be advised of on-line registration requirement in Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/default.aspx and directed solicitation provisions concerning electronic annual On-line Representations and Certifications (ORCA) at https://orca.bpn.gov. Representations and certifications are required to be updated annually as a minimum to keep information current, accurate and complete. The electronic annual representations and certifications are effective until one year from date of submission or update to ORCA.

Obtaining Solicitation Documents:

Solicitation documents will be posted to the web via Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov).

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1. Use the Quick Search to locate the project (by entering all or part of the solicitation number) or use the advanced search features offered in the Find Opportunities (large arrow in the middle of the page) or use the Opportunities tab followed by the Advanced Search tab.
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Questions regarding contractual matters should be made to: Donald Miller 402 995 2051. Telephone calls regarding Small Business matters should be made to: 402 995 2910. Telephone calls on contents of drawings and specifications should be made to the Project Manager at: 402-995-2719 or Specification Section at: (402) 995 2184.

Commander
U.S. Army Engineer District, Omaha
ATTENTION: CECT-NWO-C
1616 Capitol Avenue
Omaha, NE 68102 4901