Z--Digital Governor Modernization
ID: 140R2026Q0003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONMP-REGIONAL OFFICESACRAMENTO, CA, 95825, USA

NAICS

Hydroelectric Power Generation (221111)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF EPG FACILITIES - HYDRO (Z2MD)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/91aadc072dc846f7a0807fb017cdc901/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking to award a sole source contract for the modernization of digital governors at the Shasta Power Plant in California. This project involves upgrading existing, over 20-year-old Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to enhance operational efficiency and extend the lifespan of the equipment by 15-20 years. The selected contractor, L&S Electric Inc., will replace obsolete components with Modicon M580 PLCs and Magelis HMI touchscreen panels, while also incorporating new operational modes for improved functionality. Interested firms must submit their qualifications and demonstrate their capability to meet the requirements by 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time on January 5, 2026, to the Contract Specialist, Mouang Phan, at mphan@usbr.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Phan, Mouang
    (916) 978-5127
    (916) 978-5175
    MPhan@usbr.gov
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    Statement_of_Specification_1.pdf
    The Bureau of Reclamation's Northern California Area Office seeks to modernize the digital governors at the Shasta Power Plant. The existing governors are over 20 years old and unsupported, necessitating an upgrade to extend their lifespan by 15-20 years. This project involves designing, engineering, programming, and supplying new hardware and software to replace obsolete components with Modicon M580 PLCs and Magelis HMI touchscreen panels. The modernization will also add synchronous condense and rough zone modes to the main unit governor controls. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price, with all work to be completed within two years of the award date. Commissioning services, governor maintenance software, and recommended spare parts are also included. The work will occur at the Shasta Power Plant in Shasta Lake, CA.
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