48--Motorized Operating Valve Replacement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Reclamation, under the Department of the Interior, is conducting a Sources Sought for a ten (10) inch Motorized Operating Valve Replacement. This market research aims to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing the required valve assembly and to determine the appropriate acquisition method, including the potential for a small business socio-economic set-aside. Capability statements are due by June 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a ten (10) inch motor-operated Nordstrum Dynamic Plug Valve Assembly (or equivalent). The assembly must include a 10" Nordstrum 1949 Plug Valve (or equivalent), a Limitorque MXB Series Electric Actuator (or equivalent), and a Limitorque WG35 Gear Box (or equivalent). All components must meet or exceed the detailed specifications provided in the attached document, which outlines specific requirements for the valve body, flanged ends, valve plug, stem, gear box, manual handwheel, electric actuator (multi-turn, 3 phase, 60 Hertz, 480 VAC), and factory testing. This will be a brand name or equal purchase, with delivery required within 90 days after receipt of order (ARO).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
- NAICS Code: 332911 Industrial Valve Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Set-Aside: Not yet determined; market research is being conducted to assess small business capability for a potential set-aside.
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, 1:00 PM PST
- Published: June 12, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors should submit capability statements that include:
- Firm's name, address, telephone number, business size, and type (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran, Small Business, Woman Owned).
- Point of contact including name, position, phone number, and email address.
- Demonstration of the firm's capability to deliver the specified item, including confirmation of the requested brand name or equal item.
Additional Notes
This is a sources sought notice for acquisition planning purposes only; no formal solicitation exists at this time. Responses will inform the Government's overall procurement strategy. All responses must be sent via email to Brenda Davis, Contracting Officer, at brenda_davis@ios.doi.gov.