Buckley SFB Rectifier Inverter System Replacement
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically FA2543 460 CONS, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify capable vendors for the Buckley SFB Rectifier Inverter System Replacement in Aurora, CO. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the replacement of a rectifier inverter system. The new rectifier must meet or exceed a current amp load of 2,800 amps (200 amps x 14 units). The contractor shall install batteries equivalent to or better than C&D Technologies MS Endur II, with a quantity of 3 strings, each containing 48 jars. Each string must include battery disconnects equivalent to or better than Peco II, -48v 1800 amp units. The system must feed new power distribution to the D/C breaker panel, supporting loads A, B, C, and D from commercial, battery, and generator power sources. The power distribution must meet or exceed the existing Lorain Power System Model 1231v1 and feed into sectors A, B, C, D, E, and F of the DC breaker panel. The inverter system must also accommodate the existing DC breaker panels and A/C circuits within the node facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, 2:00 PM MT
- Published: March 19, 2026
Evaluation
This Sources Sought is for market research purposes only to obtain a list of capable vendors. Responses will be used to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. All communications should include 2d Lt Maurice Epps (maurice.epps@spaceforce.mil) and TSgt Matthew Kennedy (matthew.kennedy.24@us.af.mil).