59--MOLDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS
ID: 140R1725Q0028Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONGRAND COULEE POWER OFFICEGRAND COULEE, WA, 99133, USA

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)

PSC

CIRCUIT BREAKERS (5925)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c2e0657d307e48be94d32cc0888d8361/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation's Grand Coulee Power Office, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of molded case circuit breakers to replace aging units at the Grand Coulee Dam. The procurement focuses on acquiring Eaton/Cutler Hammer or equivalent products that meet specific electrical ratings and compatibility requirements, as the existing circuit breakers have been in service for over 36 years. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the dam's infrastructure and ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including the Buy American provisions. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit their proposals in accordance with the guidelines outlined in solicitation number 140R1725Q0028, and may contact Terry Mest at tmest@usbr.gov or by phone at 509-633-9327 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mest, Terry
    (509) 633-9327
    (509) 633-9175
    tmest@usbr.gov
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    Sol_140R1725Q0028.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Bureau of Reclamation's Grand Coulee Acquisition Group for the procurement of molded case circuit breakers. The primary objective is to replace aging circuit breakers at the Grand Coulee Dam, which exceed 36 years of service. The required specifications include the purchase of Eaton/Cutler Hammer or equivalent products, categorized by various models and specified electrical ratings (such as voltage and current). The breakers must meet specific size and interrupting capacity requirements to ensure compatibility with existing installations. Key topics include the solicitation number (140R1725Q0028), the method of solicitation, and guidelines for submitting offers, including the necessity for warranty documentation. The document also details clauses pertaining to the contracting terms aligned with Federal Acquisition Regulations, including small business utilization and performance evaluation processes. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with the Buy American provisions and outlines the required documentation for invoicing through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform. This RFP illustrates governmental efforts to maintain infrastructure integrity while aligning with federal regulations pertaining to acquisitions and small business support.
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    MOLDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS
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