Sources Sought - Cableway Wire Rope NDT & Lube

The Bureau of Reclamation's Lower Colorado Dams Office is conducting market research for cableway wire rope maintenance services at Hoover Dam. The project involves non-destructive testing (NDT) and lubrication of multiple wire rope types, including button ropes, 7/8" hoist ropes, 1-1/8" haul ropes, and 3-1/2" track ropes. Interested contractors must submit detailed capability statements by April 23, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. PDT/PST to Kristen Turner via email, providing comprehensive business information such as CAGE code, socioeconomic classification, SAM UEI, and point of contact details. The government will use these submissions to determine the procurement strategy and assess potential contractors' capabilities. Evaluation will focus on businesses' technical expertise, experience with wire rope maintenance, and ability to complete the work within the specified timeframe.

While no specific set-aside has been predetermined, the solicitation (140R3025Q0038) strongly encourages responses from small businesses, including Small Disadvantaged Business, Certified 8(a), HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The contract is anticipated to be a firm fixed-price arrangement with a projected completion timeline of three months after award. No specific contract value or budget range was explicitly stated in the sources sought notice. The procurement will be categorized under NAICS code 811310 for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with the specific Product Service Code (PSC) J049 for maintenance and repair shop equipment. Potential contractors should carefully review the requirements and ensure they can meet the technical specifications for wire rope maintenance at the Hoover Dam facility.