Sources Sought for the Provision and Installation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Vicenza, Italy
ID: SOURCES_SOUGHT_BESS_LONGAREType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY0414 AQ HQ CONTRACT AUGAPO, AE, 09630, USA

NAICS

Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER UTILITIES (Y1NZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/886fcbadaa69446a92f63559aa0a7f4a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential contractors for the provision and installation of four Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) at a U.S. Army Installation in Vicenza, Italy. The project involves a design-build construction effort to integrate these systems with an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) function, ensuring a minimum rated power of 250 kVA/500 kWh connected to the existing Micro Grid at the installation. This initiative is crucial for enhancing energy resilience and efficiency at military installations, with an estimated project value between $1 million and $5 million. Interested firms are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements, including relevant experience and technical specifications, to the primary contacts, John Orban and Stacey Miller, by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Orban
    john.c.orban.civ@army.mil
    Stacey Miller
    stacey.l.miller45.civ@army.mil
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