Load Banks Hillstone 270 VDC
ID: FA4800-25-Q-A026Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4800 633 CONS PKPLANGLEY AFB, VA, 23665, USA

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking quotes for the procurement of a Hillstone 270 VDC Load Bank, which is essential for testing power carts that support critical mission operations across various Fighter Generation Squadrons globally. The new load bank must meet specific technical requirements, including a maximum operating voltage of 270VDC, a current rating of 254 Amps, and a compact design with forced air cooling and environmental protection ratings of IP55 and IP20. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on February 10, 2025, to A1C Mehran Amini Tehrani at mehran.amini_tehrani.1@us.af.mil, ensuring compliance with all outlined specifications and regulations, as the procurement will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method.

    Point(s) of Contact
    A1C Mehran Amini Tehrani
    mehran.amini_tehrani.1@us.af.mil
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    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from Langley Air Force Base for Load Banks Hillstone 270 VDC. It outlines a solicitation for commercial items in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This RFQ is specifically set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 334515, with a size standard of 750 employees, requiring quotes to be submitted by February 10, 2025. Offerors must complete a provided form, ensuring adherence to special instructions and submission deadlines to be considered. The procurement will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, where the government will award the contract to the vendor offering the lowest price that meets technical specifications. Proposals will undergo a thorough price analysis, and technical acceptability will be based on the criteria outlined in the RFQ. Additionally, the vendor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and ensure that items are fully assembled upon delivery. The document includes relevant FAR/DFARS clauses essential for compliance and governance during the procurement process, highlighting the significant regulatory framework guiding federal acquisitions.
    The Statement of Requirements outlines the need for a Hillstone 270 VDC Load Bank for the Aerospace Ground Equipment Flight of the 1st Maintenance Squadron. This portable load bank is essential for testing power carts supporting critical mission operations across various Fighter Generation Squadrons globally. The current load bank lacks portability and does not fulfill mission requirements during deployments. Specifications for the new load bank include a maximum operating voltage of 270VDC, a current rating of 254 Amps, and maximum power of 69 kW. It must feature a compact design, forced air cooling, and environmental protection ratings of IP55 for the electrical chamber and IP20 for the heat chamber. Additionally, it should possess specific connectivity options including various power sockets, a digital voltmeter, and ammeter. Key dimensions are 1140mm x 670mm with a weight of 179kg. This document serves as a formal request in line with government procurement processes, emphasizing the operational imperative for portable, tailored equipment to support military readiness and execution of mission-critical tasks.
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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