Commercial Data Center RFI
ID: FA487725QB01Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4877 355 CONS PKDAVIS MONTHAN AFB, AZ, 85707-3522, USA
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    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 24, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the potential leasing of up to 620 acres at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona, for the establishment of a large-scale commercial data center. The objective is to assess interest in technologies that enhance energy reliability and resilience, including onsite energy generation, battery storage, and microgrid capabilities, with a focus on ensuring the facility can operate independently from the utility grid for extended periods. This initiative aligns with national defense and energy objectives, emphasizing the importance of sustainable energy solutions. Interested parties must submit their responses to Stephen Cassidy at STEPHEN.CASSIDY@US.AF.MIL by April 24, 2025, with submissions limited to eight pages in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

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Mar 24, 2025, 5:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a proposed development project at Davis Monthan Air Force Base (DMAFB) focused on establishing a solar array power generation station. The project encompasses areas of 80 acres, 330 acres, and 133 acres, with a specific focus on the West Side Development Corridor. The specifications detail the involvement of LJA Engineering, Inc., based in Tucson, Arizona, indicating that the firm will play a key role in project execution. The document appears to support potential federal and state efforts for renewable energy, aligning with broader initiatives concerning sustainable power generation and enhancing energy infrastructure. Overall, the proposal emphasizes the objective to leverage solar energy to contribute to the energy demands of the area.
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