TDA - JDA - Tainter Valve Repair/Rehab
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. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort for the repair and rehabilitation of Tainter Valves at The Dalles Lock and Dam (TDA) and John Day Lock and Dam (JDA). This is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due May 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm PDT.
Purpose & Background
This Sources Sought notice aims to identify industry interest, capabilities, and qualifications for addressing structural issues, including weld cracking, cavitation damage, and corrosion, on at least one Tainter Valve at TDA and two at JDA. The information gathered will inform future business decisions and potential solicitations.
Scope of Work / Key Requirements
The project involves comprehensive rehabilitation of Tainter Valves, including:
- Removal, transport, and reinstallation of valves from active Navigation Locks.
- Structural and weld repair, addressing cracks, corrosion, and cavitation damage.
- Replacement of valve seals, seal plates, and hardware.
- Installation of new 'armor' plate sections to mitigate cavitation.
- Replacement and potential machining of oversized self-lubricating bushings.
- As-built dimensional control surveys at multiple stages.
- Compliance with AWS D1.1 standards for structural welds.
- Fabricator must be AISC certified (Category CBR, IBR, ABR, or HYD with FCE) and possess 5 years of experience on similar projects.
- Use of Belzona 1111 (Super Metal) or an approved equal for bearing housing repair.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Estimated Magnitude: $1,000,000.00 to $5,000,000.00
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Construction Contract
- Anticipated Procurement Method: Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Anticipated Schedule: Advertisement by June 2026, Award by September 2026.
- Delivery: First repaired valve (JDA TV3) expected NTP + 6 months; contract completion NTP + 7 months.
Submission & Eligibility
- Response Due Date: May 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm PDT.
- Response Format: Limited to six (6) pages.
- Submission: Via email to Justin.F.Figueredo@usace.army.mil and Andrew.J.Sprys@usace.army.mil. Subject line: Sources Sought – W9127N26SSR30072.
- Required Information: Firm's contact details, business category/size, capabilities, project examples, bonding capability, and responses to industry questions.
- Set-Aside: Seeking responses from large and small businesses, including 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB (EDWOSB), SDVOSB, and VOSB firms. Maximum small business participation is sought.
- Registration: Interested firms must be registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
- This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract.
- Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 (Self) or higher will be required.
- Site constraints include active Navigation Locks and permit-required confined spaces.