SMCH Station Service Air Compressors

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District is conducting a pre-solicitation announcement seeking sources for three oil-lubricated rotary screw air compressor assemblies to replace existing service air compressors at McNary Lock and Dam. The compressors must be Rogers Machinery K-125-125 units with 125 HP motors operating at 1800 RPM, capable of delivering 513 ACFM at 125 PSIG with a maximum working pressure of 135 PSIG. Key requirements include water-cooled lubricant coolers, Lead/Lag control packages with HMI operator terminals, comprehensive monitoring systems, and compliance with the Buy American Act using non-proprietary replacement parts. Interested firms should respond by February 12, 2026, submitting their firm name, point of contact, business size classification, UEI from SAM.gov, and confirmation of delivery capability to kristin.n.kreutzer@usace.army.mil. This is a sources-sought announcement intended to identify capable contractors prior to formal solicitation release, and firms should not respond unless they plan to bid on the subsequent solicitation.

This opportunity is set aside for Total Small Business, and no incumbent contractor information is disclosed in the pre-solicitation announcement. The procurement requires delivery within 6-9 weeks after contract award, FOB Destination to McNary Lock and Dam, with deliveries scheduled during normal business hours Monday-Thursday between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, excluding federal holidays. Equipment specifications are rigorous, requiring dimensions not to exceed 109 inches long by 67 inches tall by 58 inches wide, with warranty coverage including one year on the complete assembly, five years on the airend and motor, and three years on the VSD. Specific procurement values and budget ranges are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation materials. Successful contractors must comply with USACE security requirements, physical access control procedures, E-Verify employment eligibility verification, and suspicious activity reporting training prior to contract award.