Redmond Air Center Furnish and Install A new Automatic Transfer Switch
ID: 1240BH25Q0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA NORTHWEST 6Portland, OR, 972042829, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER AIRFIELD STRUCTURES (Z2BZ)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/95081c8348494580bf45e73d8298ebb9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking contractors to furnish and install a new automatic transfer switch at the Redmond Air Center Tanker Base in Oregon. The project involves the installation of a 600-amp transfer switch, which must be connected to a government-furnished temporary power generator, with an alternative option for a 400-amp switch if the larger unit is unavailable. This installation is critical for ensuring reliable power infrastructure at the facility, which plays a vital role in supporting government operations. Interested contractors should note that the contract value is estimated between $25,000 and $100,000, with a completion deadline of May 16, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Loren Mein at loren.mein@usda.gov or by phone at 218-302-4863.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Loren Mein
    (218) 302-4863
    loren.mein@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
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    1240BH25Q0002 Attachments.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service's specifications outline the project for installing a 600-amp automatic transfer switch at the Redmond Air Center Tanker Base in Deschutes National Forest. The project requires providing labor and materials to connect this switch to a government-furnished temporary power generator. An alternative 400-amp switch may be utilized if the larger switch is unavailable. The document details critical project components, including site usage restrictions, coordination with government operations, quality assurance protocols, and specific requirements for mobilization, safety, and material handling. It emphasizes adherence to various electrical codes and standards while outlining responsibilities for contractors, including the need for licensed electricians. The specifications also stipulate comprehensive testing and documentation processes before project completion, ensuring safety and functionality of the electrical systems installed. Overall, this document serves as a foundational guide for contractors to successfully execute the project within set parameters and regulations.
    1240BH25Q0002 Redmond Air Center Transfer Switch RFQ.pdf
    This document is a solicitation for the project titled "Redmond Air Center Furnish & Install A New Automatic Transfer Switch," issued by the USDA-Forest Service (FS) in Corvallis, OR. The project entails electrical modifications to the power system at the Redmond Air Center, specifically installing a 600-amp automatic transfer switch and connecting it to a temporary generator. Alternative options include using a 400-amp switch instead. The project has a construction magnitude of $25,000 to $100,000 and requires completion by May 16, 2025, with contracts expected to provide performance and payment bonds. The document outlines requirements for submissions, project specifications, bidding instructions, and compliance provisions, emphasizing safety standards and thorough inspections during execution. Articulating the need for complete documentation and adherence to technical specifications, this solicitation aims to ensure reliable and safe power infrastructure at the facility while fostering competitive bidding among contractors.
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