Opportunity
SAM #140G0226Q0130
USGS Newport Observatory Ram Pump Replacement with Electric Pump and Hydroelectric Turbine System
Buyer
USGS Denver Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
140G0226Q0130
NAICS
237110, 221118, 811310, 237130, 238220, 238210
The US Geological Survey (USGS), Geologic Hazards Science Center, is seeking a contractor to replace the ram pump water system at the Newport Magnetic Observatory in Washington with a modern electric pump and hydroelectric turbine system. - Government Buyer: - United States Geological Survey (USGS) - Geologic Hazards Science Center (GHSC) - Newport Magnetic Observatory - Denver Acquisition Branch - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Victron Energy (charger/inverter, autotransformer) - Cla-Val (altitude valve) - Products and Equipment Requested: - Electric pump system and metal base plate (1 unit) - Pump controller calibrated for balancing tank water levels (1 unit) - Hydroelectric turbine for spring box discharge (1 unit) - Aluminum electrical enclosure (1 unit) - Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries, group 27M, 12VDC, 88 A-hr (2 units) - Victron Energy autotransformer, 32A (1 unit) - Victron Energy Easy Solar 24/1600/40 charger/inverter (1 unit) - Cla-Val model 210-01 altitude valve (1 unit) - 720-gallon balancing tank - Services Requested: - Onsite training for USGS personnel on operation and maintenance of the new pump system - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Demolition of existing ram pump system - Installation of new pump, turbine, electrical, and water system components - Compliance with safety, environmental, and Buy American Act construction material standards - Completion required within 90 calendar days from Notice to Proceed - Submission of project schedule, bonding, insurance, and deliverables within 10 days of award - All work performed during regular business hours, excluding federal holidays
Description
NEWPORT OBSERVATORY RAM PUMP REPLACEMENT