Multi-turn valve actuator, stem, and pedestal

Solicitation W912ES26QA004 is a Firm Fixed Price requirement issued by the Department of Defense, specifically the USACE St. Paul District, for the procurement of a multi-turn valve actuator assembly. The equipment is intended for the Chippewa Diversion low flow channel at the Lac Qui Parle Project in Watson, Minnesota. The required assembly consists of one multi-turn valve actuator, one rising stem, two stem guides, one stem cover, one pedestal, and two stem lift nuts. The government is responsible for the installation of all components. This procurement is designated as a 100 percent Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 333995. Technical specifications require the electric actuators to meet AWWA C542 standards, with gear drives conforming to ANSI/AGMA 6013 and 6113, and screw threads meeting ASME B1.1. A critical technical requirement specifies a worst-case Break-to-Open torque of 156 ft-lbs with a minimum 20 percent reserve capacity of 187 ft-lbs. The pedestal must be fabricated from S04/L316 stainless steel and adhere to strict safety factors for tensile strength, buckling, and unit stress, while meeting EM 1110-2-2610 strength requirements. Quality control mandates include a test report for the stem, nuts, and pedestal prior to shipment, with welding performed by AWS B2.1/B2.1M qualified operators. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with shipping terms set as FOB Destination. All products must be processed for 12 months of indoor cold storage and marked according to MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129 standards. Award will be based on the most advantageous offer considering price and past performance. Following three amendments, the final response deadline was extended to October 8, 2026, with quotes submitted electronically via PIEE or email.