The document details a determination to solicit from a single source for specific equipment from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) under solicitation number 140R8125Q0014. The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation requires SEL products, including a relay, advanced digital fault recorder, and various modules, to ensure compatibility with existing infrastructure and to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. The rationale for sole source procurement includes urgency, brand compatibility, and the necessity of maintaining operational standards. The contracting officer will evaluate the pricing of these items to ensure fairness based on previous purchases and market analysis. To maintain future compatibility and functional integration with current systems, the Bureau will monitor the market for potential alternatives. The document serves as a procedural outline for the justification of single-source acquisition, emphasizing the critical need for brand consistency in equipment procurement to support field operations.
The document is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFP) for the acquisition of Relay & Fault Recorder equipment from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc. (SEL), specifically branded items listed in the proposal. It outlines the procurement process, emphasizing that quotes will be accepted instead of a formal solicitation and that bids are due by March 10, 2025, with a delivery date of 30 days after receipt of order. The document details specific line items with part numbers and quantities, including a SEL-400G relay, various couplers, and modules necessary for advanced generator protection systems.
The evaluation process for quotes is based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, where the government will consider the two lowest bids first and assess technical acceptability before awarding the contract. Additional provisions related to electronic invoicing, compliance with federal laws, and representations for small businesses are also included. The main purpose of the document is to provide essential procurement information, encourage vendor participation, and ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations. As a Brand Name requirement, the solicitation mandates that only new OEM items be provided, excluding any refurbished or gray market products.