Presolicitation notice: DEPT OF DEFENSE, DEPT OF THE ARMY is seeking contractors for the 15kV Switchgear Replacement project located at the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. The project involves replacing the existing 15kV medium voltage switchgear in the Main Powerhouse. The current switchgear is causing reliability and operational risks due to obsolete parts and age. The project includes the replacement of the complete medium voltage switchgear system, cabling, generator instrumentation transformers, benchboard modifications, protective relaying settings, surge arrestors, interface wiring, and asbestos cable tray. The project aims to increase the reliability of the power distribution. The procurement will be evaluated utilizing FAR Part 15 and will be solicited under Full and Open Competition. The magnitude of construction is between $5 million and $10 million. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued in May/June 2024 and will be available electronically via sam.gov. Interested contractors must be registered on both SAM.gov and PIEE. Active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to submission of proposals. Contractors can access SAM for free at www.sam.gov.