Sources Sought Announcement - Generators - Pavement & Maintenance Facility, Grand Forks AFB, ND
ID: W9128F25SM011Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST OMAHAOMAHA, NE, 68102-4901, USA

NAICS

Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312)

PSC

GENERATORS AND GENERATOR SETS, ELECTRICAL (6115)
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  1. 1
    Posted Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 13, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Feb 28, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army through the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement for generators intended for the construction of a Pavement and Maintenance Facility at Grand Forks Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota. The procurement aims to standardize generator purchases, focusing on Cummins brand generators that meet specific technical specifications, including a power rating of 450 kW, compliance with EPA emissions standards, and operational capabilities in extreme temperatures. This initiative is crucial for ensuring reliable emergency standby power and enhancing operational efficiency while adhering to military standards and sustainable practices. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit capabilities statements by February 14, 2025, to Scott Dwyer at Scott.Dwyer@usace.army.mil, with the anticipated contract budget ranging from $25 million to $100 million.

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Feb 13, 2025, 4:06 PM UTC
The document outlines technical specifications for a stationary engine-generator set required for emergency standby power at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. The generator must comply with several industrial codes, ensuring safety and efficiency in temperatures ranging from -50°F to 100°F. Key specifications include a power rating of 450 kW, isochronous governor type, and a voltage regulation of ±2%. It should handle a maximum service load of 320 kVA, with the capacity for momentary overloads. Further requirements stipulate an emissions rating compliant with EPA Tier 2, operation using #2-D diesel fuel, and a 72-hour onsite fuel storage capacity. The generator must feature maintenance-free, sealed lead-acid batteries, capable of engine cranking under extreme temperatures. It should also include a load bank adjustable in 100 kW increments to fully load the generator. A heated enclosure is necessary for maintenance accessibility during cold conditions. This summary highlights critical aspects of the installation aimed at ensuring reliable power supply while adhering to environmental and operational standards in a challenging climate.
The US Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, is seeking market research for Cummins brand generators intended for the construction of a Pavement and Maintenance Facility at Grand Forks Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota. This Sources Sought notice serves to identify potential sources and technologies that may fulfill the project's requirements. The anticipated contract will be a design-bid-build with a construction budget of $25 million to $100 million. The project aims to build a facility featuring a snow barn for heavy and snow removal equipment, compatible with existing military standards and sustainable practices. Interested vendors should submit capabilities statements evidencing their ability to provide the required generators, which must be qualified, compliant with specifications, and minimally demanding in terms of maintenance. The notice outlines that any resulting contract will follow specific security regulations and be compliant with specialty metals restrictions under the Berry Amendment. Responses are requested by February 14, 2025, with clear instructions for submission and a disclaimer highlighting that this is not a formal solicitation. The document emphasizes a market research initiative instead of a request for proposals, ensuring the government holds no obligation to award a contract based on input received.
The document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition by the Air Force, focusing on the acquisition of facility generators. It outlines a strategic approach to standardize generator purchases from a limited number of manufacturers, aimed at improving efficiency and reducing training costs associated with maintenance personnel. The estimated cost for the initiative is $54 million, covering 1,181 generator units over five years, facilitating in-house repair capabilities while decreasing reliance on multiple manufacturers. The document cites the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) as its legal basis, asserting that a brand name acquisition is necessary to avoid high training expenses and inefficiencies caused by the current diverse generator inventory. The J&A explains efforts to solicit offers from various sources and highlights that a notice was published to encourage participation. Ultimately, it emphasizes that the planned standardization will lead to significant cost savings, streamlined training, improved maintenance efficiencies, and enhanced mission performance. The contracting officer confirms that limiting the procurement to specific brands will not only ensure interoperability but also expedite the acquisition process, further supporting the overall objectives of the Air Force's operational effectiveness and efficiency.
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