Generator Rental 1,500kW

This government Request for Proposal (RFP) (N4215826QE0490001) is for the rental of one 1.5MW trailer-mounted diesel generator for the Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The contract includes a 12-month base period and a 6-month option, covering maintenance, operational training, and support services. Key requirements include the contractor's responsibility for equipment delivery, preventative maintenance, emergency repairs within four hours, and compliance with strict security and safety protocols at Naval facilities. The generator must be capable of paralleling with a ship's electric plant (450V / 60 Hz / 3-phase). The government will provide fuel and refueling services. Bidders must submit technical specifications with their quotes. The RFP outlines detailed instructions for invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and specifies points of contact for contract administration. Security requirements mandate U.S. citizenship for personnel and adherence to Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for installation access.

This document is an amendment to Solicitation N4215826QE049, focusing on the rental of a 1500KW generator for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Station Norfolk. The amendment extends the solicitation's closing date to May 26, 2026, at 07:00 AM EST and provides comprehensive responses to vendor questions. Key clarifications include the identification of an incumbent contract (N4215825PS027), an estimated annual run-time of 12 hours for maintenance, and the government's responsibility for fuel and refueling services. The operating location will primarily be Naval Station Norfolk, with delivery and administrative processes handled through Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Building 276. Crucially, the generator must be capable of paralleling with a ship's electric plant (450 V / 60 Hz / 3-phase), and the contractor is responsible for ensuring this compatibility, providing a 3-phase buss connection. The government will supply cabling and lug connections. Tables A, B, C, and the Technical Manual are required with the quote. The generator's dimensions have been revised to 20'-40' L x 8'-8.5' W, allowing for an additional fuel tank. There will be no site visit offered, and the per-hour technical service rate is for non-routine work not covered under the SOW.

The Naval Station Norfolk is requesting proposals for the rental of a trailer-mounted 1,500 kW minimum Standby Power Diesel Generator for a period of 364 days, with an option to extend for an additional six months. The solicitation outlines specific technical capabilities and contractor responsibilities. Key technical requirements include an output of 450 volts, 3 phase, 3 wire ungrounded, a standby rating of 1,500 kW, and a continuous power (COP) of 1,000 kW. The generator must be equipped with a block heater, battery charging circuit, and capable of parallel operation with the ship's electric plant with adjustable frequency and voltage droop settings. It must also be ungrounded with a neutral/ground lifted, include safety devices, and have a fuel capacity for a minimum of 24 hours of run time at full continuous base load, with the ability to refuel while operating. The unit dimensions are restricted to 20’ L x 8’ W and a maximum weight of 50,000 lbs. Additionally, the generator must be of recent vintage (not more than ten years old), clean, well-maintained, and have posted operating instructions. Vendors must certify that their equipment meets all stated specifications and responsibilities to be considered for award.

This government solicitation, N4215826QE049, is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the rental of one 1.5MW trailer-mounted diesel generator for Naval Station Norfolk CEP-198. The contract includes a 364-day base period with a six-month option. Key contractor responsibilities include door-to-door equipment delivery, maintenance, operational training, and compliance with strict security and badging requirements for U.S. citizen personnel. The contractor must also respond to service requests and replace non-repairable units within specified timeframes. Safety requirements, including adherence to Federal and State OSHA regulations, are emphasized for personnel on Norfolk Naval Shipyard property. Payment requests will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. The solicitation highlights a total estimated award amount of USD 40,000,000.00 and is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB).