Bid guide
How to bid on John Day Overhead Lifting Devices Repair for the DEPT of the Army
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is conducting market research for weld repairs on five overhead lifting devices at John Day Dam in Rufus, Oregon. This work involves repairing cracks, removing lead paint at the crack sites, repainting, and performing inspections according to AWS D1.1 and ASTM E709 standards.
This is a sources sought notice, not a request for proposals. The government is gathering information from industry to help make future business decisions and inform potential solicitations. Responding to this RFI is an opportunity to demonstrate your firm's capabilities and influence how a future contract might be structured.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting your response to this Sources Sought notice is August 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. This is a firm deadline; responses received after this time will not be considered.
At the deadline, the government will stop accepting submissions. Your response will be used to assess industry interest, capabilities, and qualifications, which will inform the government's acquisition strategy for this project.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in welding, structural repairs, and industrial painting, particularly those with experience in overhead lifting devices or similar heavy equipment. The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors, with a size standard of $22 million.
The government is interested in responses from firms of all sizes, including large businesses and various small business categories such as Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Businesses (including 8(a) firms), HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).
How to respond
To respond, you must submit your formal response electronically via email. The subject line of your email should be: Sources Sought – JD Overhead Lifting Devices Repair. Email your response to Jessica Manley at [email protected] and Cory Pfenning at [email protected].
Your response is limited to four pages and must include your firm's name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, CAGE, and Unique Entity ID. Also include your firm's business category and size, an explanation of your capabilities, special qualifications, equipment, and the work you would self-perform. Provide your current CMMC Level or timeline to obtain it. Include a description of work performed under similar project constraints, with one to three project examples. If applicable, include joint venture information, bonding capability, and your interest in bidding on a future solicitation. You should also address any other information you feel the government needs to be aware of.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly articulate your firm's specific experience with weld repairs on heavy industrial equipment, especially lifting devices. Highlight any certifications your welders or inspectors hold that are relevant to AWS D1.1 and ASTM E709 standards. Detail your capabilities in lead paint abatement and industrial repainting.
Provide strong project examples that are similar in size, scope, and complexity to the work described. For each example, include the project title, contract number, award date, customer contact information, whether you were a prime or subcontractor, initial and final contract dollar values, initial and final completion dates, and customer satisfaction. This helps the government assess your past performance and suitability for a potential set-aside.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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