B16 Generator PLC Upgrade
Overview
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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 Kansas National Guard intends to issue an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the B16 Generator PLC Upgrade at McConnell AFB, Wichita, Kansas. This 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing a Kohler 1.5 MW Diesel Generator set's Telmecanique/Advantys STBNMP2212 PLC Island and connected output modules. The solicitation is tentatively expected on April 13, 2026, with a tentative bid opening on May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires all plant, labor, transportation, materials, tools, equipment, appliances, and supervision for the upgrade. The Base Bid includes:
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing/replacing the generator PLC controls.
- Restoring the PLC to original installation parameters.
- Verifying restored PLC/Generator set operations and communication.
- Ensuring repairs with a function check in standalone and parallel modes.
An Option Line is included for installing a Hot Switch Bypass to eliminate single points of failure and enable HMI communication to individual generator PLCs.
Mandatory Subcontracting: The prime contractor is required to subcontract with 3E Company (electrical Engineering & Equipment Co.) as they are the designated OEM regional representative of Kohler.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (IFB)
- Duration: 60 calendar days after notice to proceed.
- Set-Aside: 100% for Small Businesses (Total Small Business Set-Aside, FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (Size Standard: $19,000,000).
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
- Tentative Solicitation Release: April 13, 2026.
- Tentative Pre-bid Conference: April 20, 2026, 0900 local time (location in solicitation). A site visit will follow.
- Questions for Pre-bid Conference Due: May 4, 2026, via email to 184WG.MSG.CONTRACTING@us.af.mil.
- Tentative Bid Opening Date: May 20, 2026.
Important Notes
- SAM Registration: Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.SAM.gov.
- Limitations on Subcontracting: FAR clause 52.219-14(e)(3) (DEVIATION 2021-O0008) applies, limiting payments to non-similarly situated subcontractors to 85% of the government's payment for contract performance (excluding materials).
- Solicitation Access: The official solicitation and amendments will be available only on the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov. Offerors are responsible for checking the website periodically for updates.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Joshua Kingori (184WG.MSG.CONTRACTING@us.af.mil, 316-759-7590)
- Secondary Contact: Vernon Verschelden (vernon.l.verschelden.civ@army.mil, 785-646-0852)