Solar Photovoltaic Microgrid
ID: W912ER26R0003Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW31R ENDIS MIDDLE EASTWINCHESTER, VA, 22604-1450, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF EPG FACILITIES - SOLAR (Y1MG)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d1a52f33bcbd4405af325cacda6ded8c/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking experienced construction contractors for a project to install a solar photovoltaic microgrid at Isa Air Base in Bahrain. The project entails the construction of a 1000-kilowatt renewable energy solar ground-mounted array, including the installation of solar panels, inverters, battery storage systems, and necessary electrical and communication utilities, all designed to integrate with the base's primary electrical distribution grid. This initiative is crucial for enhancing energy resilience and sustainability at the base, with the work expected to include site preparations, utility installations, and the construction of reinforced concrete foundations. Interested contractors can reach out to Christopher Hunt at christopher.hunt@usace.army.mil or call 540-667-3185 for further details, as this is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only and not a request for proposals.

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    CHRISTOPHER Hunt
    (540) 667-3185
    christopher.hunt@usace.army.mil
    Millicent Kaczmarzewski
    millicent.kaczmarzewski@usace.army.mil
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