61--25Kv OUTDOOR VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify contractors capable of providing 25kV Outdoor Voltage Transformers for their Fort Peck Maintenance Office in Montana. This notice is open to small businesses only. Responses are due March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
WAPA requires 25kV Outdoor Voltage Transformers to support operations at its Fort Peck Maintenance Office in Montana. Detailed specifications are outlined in Attachment 1 - Specifications. This market research aims to identify entities capable of fulfilling this requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice / Market Research (pursuant to FAR Part 10)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (explicitly stated as "open to small businesses only")
- NAICS: 335311 Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (SBA size standard: 800 employees)
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, at 21:00 UTC
- Published: March 11, 2026
Evaluation
This is for information and planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The Government will use the gathered information to determine the procurement approach. No contract will be awarded from this announcement, and no reimbursement will be made for response costs.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should submit:
- A cover page (max one page) with entity name, address, phone, email, UEI, CAGE (if applicable), and specific small business classification (e.g., small business, woman-owned, veteran-owned, 8(a), HUB Zone).
- A brief Statement of Capabilities detailing how the company meets requirements in Attachment 1. Providing a brochure/specification/drawing of the proposed product is encouraged. No cost or pricing information should be provided. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Responding is not mandatory to be eligible for a subsequent RFQ.