Bonneville Scaffold Rental

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Arrangement Plan" drawing for the Bonneville Second Powerhouse Main Units. It provides a detailed layout and elevation view of the powerhouse structure, including the generator units, turbine components, and associated infrastructure.

• Elevations: Various critical elevations are marked, such as top of crane rail, generator units, distributor, and draft tube liner.
• Dimensions: Key horizontal and vertical dimensions are provided for structural and mechanical components.
• Component Identification: Major components like the generator, distributor, and draft tube are labeled.
• Notes: Specific notes regarding access, platforms, and crane rails are included.
• Revision History: A revision block indicates changes made to the drawing over time.

This drawing is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout and spatial requirements of the project. It provides essential context for any work related to the powerhouse structure, mechanical equipment installation, or modifications. Bidders should use this to assess site conditions, equipment clearances, and potential construction challenges.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District, is issuing this solicitation for scaffolding rental, installation, maintenance, and removal services at Bonneville Lock and Dam. The scaffolding will be used by USACE personnel for inspection and repair of turbine blade seals on Main Unit 16 in Powerhouse 2.

• Rental, installation, maintenance, and removal of scaffolding.

• Provision of all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, and supervision.

• Services to be performed in the draft tube of Unit 16 in Powerhouse 2.

• Solicitation Number: W9127N26QA102

• Solicitation Issue Date: 03 JUN 2026

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 24 JUN 2026, 01:00 PM

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but pricing arrangement is "Firm Fixed Price" for all items.

• Period of Performance:

  • Item 0001 (Mobilization and Setup): 06 JUL 2026 to 17 JUL 2026
  • Item 0002 (Daily Rental - Scaffolding): 17 JUL 2026 to 19 OCT 2026
  • Item 0003 (Breakdown and removal of scaffolding): 20 OCT 2026 to 26 OCT 2026

• Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 of the Standard Form 1449.

• Invoices are to be submitted as per Block 18b.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR Clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Equipment Rental and Leasing)

• Size Standard: USD 40,000,000.00

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference, covering topics such as System for Award Management, Service Contract Labor Standards, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations, and Safeguarding Covered Defense Information.

• An "Option to Extend Services" clause (52.217-8) is included, allowing for potential extension of performance up to 6 months.

• Attached documents include: Wage Determination, Drawings, and a Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To solicit scaffolding rental, installation, maintenance, and removal services for inspections and repairs of turbine blade seals on Main Unit 16 in Powerhouse 2 at Bonneville Lock and Dam.

• Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other necessary items for scaffolding.

• Install, maintain, and dismantle/remove scaffolding in the draft tube of Unit 16.

• Government will furnish crane support, crane operator, riggers/utilities, and rigging support for lowering and removing components.

• Contractor is responsible for trash and litter pickup, and debris disposal (excluding large equipment).

• Services must meet acceptable quality levels as defined in Section 5.2.

• Performance will be evaluated based on the Contracting Officer's or representative's assessment of results, not frequency or method.

• Specific performance objectives include:

  • Installation/Assembly: Scaffolding installed, free of defects, certified, and completed within 10 business days of site access.
  • Rental, Maintenance: Safety/maintenance requests responded to within 24 hours, corrective actions scheduled within 24 hours, and rental charges ceased during required safety modifications.
  • Removal/Disassembly: Scaffolding disassembled and removed within 5 business days of the scheduled date, with site cleanup and vacating completed within an additional 5 business days.

• Site performance duration: Approximately 90 calendar days.

• Anticipated period of performance: July 6, 2026, through October 26, 2026.

• Location: Bonneville Lock and Dam, Cascade Locks, Oregon.

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan within 10 calendar days after award.

• All personnel must comply with security requirements, including identification, background checks, and training (AT Level 1, OPSEC, CUI, NERC-CIP, etc.).

• Contractor must comply with safety regulations, including EM 385-1-1.

• Required insurance includes Workman's Compensation, Comprehensive General Liability, and Automobile Liability.

• Adherence to specific work hours (Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) and coordination for extended hours.

• Contractor is responsible for the security of their property and furnished items until accepted by the Government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act. It provides the minimum wage and fringe benefit rates that must be paid to various occupations performing work on covered federal contracts in the specified geographic area.

• Geographic Area: Oregon Counties of Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco.
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of job titles (e.g., Accounting Clerk, Automotive Worker, Cook, Electrician, Janitor, Nurse, Programmer, Welder) with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. It also details general health and welfare benefits ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week) and specific benefits related to Executive Order 13706 ($5.09/hour or $203.60/week).
• Special Notes: Includes information on paid sick leave (EO 13706), night pay, Sunday pay, hazardous pay differentials, and uniform allowances.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for contractors to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with the specified minimum wages and fringe benefits can lead to contract violations. It is crucial for bidders to identify the occupations relevant to their proposed work and ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these minimums.