61--ND-GARRISON DAM NFH-INDUSTRIAL CONTROL EQUIPMENT

Solicitation 140FS226Q0064 is a firm-fixed price contract issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the procurement of industrial control equipment for the Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery. The requirement consists of one 6-inch automatic self-cleaning industrial strainer and one wall-mounted NEMA 4X fiberglass control panel. Due to existing infrastructure compatibility and design requirements, the government has issued a single source justification and brand name manufacturer requirement specifying that only Hellan Strainer equipment is acceptable. The procurement is a 100% total small business set-aside, and awards are determined based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, focusing on technical conformance, price, and past performance. The scope of work is limited to the supply and delivery of equipment; installation services are not required. Key technical specifications for the strainer include a cast iron body with epoxy coating and dual rotating perforated screens, while the control panel must be rated for 460V/3-phase power. Deliverables include the hardware along with operator and maintenance manuals, warranty documentation, and technical specifications. Delivery is designated as F.O.B. Destination to Riverdale, North Dakota, with an expected delivery date of May 22, 2026. Invoicing for the contract must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.