49-- AUTOMATIC GREASING SYSTEM-SOURCES SOUGHT
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 U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), Department of the Interior (DOI), is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms for the installation of new automatic greasing systems at the Elephant Butte Field Division (EBFD) Powerplant. This is market research to assess industry capabilities for a future acquisition. Responses are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves furnishing, installing, and testing three (3) turbine wicket-gate dual-line automatic greasing systems. Each system will service 110 lubrication points, totaling 330 points across all units. Lubrication tasks are divided into weekly for underwater points and monthly for all remaining points. The contractor will be responsible for supplying electrical power from an existing panel and completing all installation activities during the designated maintenance season, from October 15 through February 15.
Response Requirements
Interested contractors must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years of experience installing wicket-gate greasing systems and provide references to confirm this past performance. Capability statements, limited to 5 pages, should include:
- Company Name, DUNS, Contact Information, and Address.
- Business Size Classification (including employee count, size standard, and years in business).
- Company's abilities related to the stated requirements, including specific material information and names/addresses of potential manufacturers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Special Notice (Market Research)
- NAICS: 811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
- Size Standard: $12.5 million (Small Business)
- Response Due: Friday, June 12, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: June 4, 2026
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation or an invitation for bids and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. Responses are for informational purposes only and will not be returned. While SAM.gov registration is not required for this Sources Sought, it will be mandatory for any future solicitation. Interested small businesses are specifically encouraged to respond. The point of contact for responses and inquiries is Kelly Cook (kelly_cook@ios.doi.gov).