Lookout Point Powerhouse Drawdown Transformer Cooling Water Supply

Solicitation W9127N26QA125 is a total small business set-aside for the procurement of a new, FOB destination refrigerated closed-loop water chilling system for the Lookout Point Powerhouse in Lowell, Oregon. The system is required to maintain critical transformer cooling and fire protection during a scheduled reservoir drawdown from October to February that disables the facility's service water. The technical requirements specify a 20-ton (75 kW) system capable of circulating water at 120 gpm and maintaining a maximum cooled water temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit in ambient temperatures ranging from -20 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Key components include a 3 hp circulating pump, a maintenance tank of at least 100 to 200 gallons depending on configuration, and IP65 rated controls and sensors. The entire system must fit within a 20 by 14 foot horizontal area and include anchor points for concrete seismic anchorage. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense, specifically the Army Corps of Engineers Portland District. All equipment must be standard commercial cataloged products, and the successful contractor is required to provide one hardcopy and one electronic operation and maintenance manual. Delivery is required on or before March 1, 2027, with shipments restricted to Monday through Thursday between 7 am and 3 pm Pacific Time. Evaluation for award is based on technical compliance and past performance. The procurement incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for System for Award Management registration, Buy American certifications, and specific military standards for marking and labeling such as MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129. Invoicing and reporting must be conducted through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.