US-FED-00000399306 - John Day Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices Repair and Recertification - Deadline November 19,2026

1. General. This is a SOURCES SOUGHT for John Day Below–the–Hook Lifting Devices Repair and Recertification (Commercial Services Contract) and is for informational/market research purposes only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, QUOTATION OR BID, NOR A SYNOPSIS OF A PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION.This Sources Sought is to gain knowledge of the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of industry so the government can make informed business decisions. We are seeking responses from both large and small business members of industry to include: Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses to include 8(a) firms, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone), Woman–Owned Small Business (WOSB) to include Economically Disadvantaged Women–Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Service–Disabled Veteran–Owned Small business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). All interested parties are highly encouraged to respond.Reponses to this Sources Sought announcement will be used by the Government to make business decisions and to inform potential future solicitations.The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this requirement is: 811310 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. PSC is J039 Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of EquipmentMaterials Handling Equipment.The related size standard is: $12.5 MillionFormal Sources Sought Response Due November 19, 2026 at 200PM PT.Number and Type of Contracts: NWP contemplates awarding one (1) firm fixed priced, commercial service contract.2. Project Background. The Government conducted visual and non–destructive testing inspections on several Below–the–Hook lifting devices at the powerhouse at John Day Dam in Rufus, Oregon. These inspections were performed from January 26 to January 28, 2026, in accordance with AWS D1.1 2025 and ASTM E709 standards. The goal was to assess the structural integrity of the powerhouse`s overhead lifting devices. The Government inspection yielded several cracks in five lifting devices and removed them from service.3. Project Scope. The scope of this project involves the comprehensive inspection, repair, and re–certification of existing Below–the–Hook (BTH) lifting devices for the John Day Dam powerhouse bridge crane identified in the inspection report. Cracks were found in the following lifting devices:1 – 590 Ton Spreader Beam2 – 310 Ton Spreader Beams1 – Lifting Device for Main & Intermediate Shafts,1 – Lifting Device for the Runner at the Contractor`s facility.The work required, but is not limited to:Transport: Transfer of devices to off site Contractor shop for repair and load testing.Inspection and Inventory: Creating a complete inventory and performing non–destructive examination (NDE) on all lifting devices and their components before any repairs.Weld Repair: Repairing approximately 55 inches of known weld defects in structural penetration welds.Removal of Defect Fabrication Welds: Removal of fabrication or tack welds with defects.Load Testing: Load testing the devices at 125% of their rated capacity, followed by additional non–destructive examination.Finishing and Documentation: Stripping and repainting the devices, providing new nameplates and safety labels.