Z--Power Pole Repair - USGS MAgnetic Observatory, HI
ID: DOIGFBO250018Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

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Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130)

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REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF OTHER UTILITIES (Z2NZ)
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    The U.S. Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), is seeking qualified contractors for the repair of a broken crossarm on a primary power utility pole at the USGS Honolulu Magnetic Observatory in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. The project requires a comprehensive review and inspection of the site, coordination with various stakeholders, and the reestablishment of site power, including a power-down scenario to verify the functionality of the solar system. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the observatory's electrical infrastructure and is scheduled for execution between February and March 2025. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 3:00 PM MDT on January 15, 2025, to Philip Robinson at probinson@usgs.gov, with the potential for the contract to be set aside for small businesses based on the responses received.

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