Cisco Brand Name Justification & Approval - Request for Information - LMA Powerhouse HVAC System Upgrade
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. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), specifically the US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WAL, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a Cisco Brand Name Justification & Approval for the Lower Monumental Lock and Dam Powerhouse HVAC System Upgrade in Kahlotus, WA. This RFI seeks industry feedback on the requirement for specific Cisco products. Responses are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI is for information purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. USACE is seeking feedback on the proposed brand-name requirement for the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment for the HVAC system upgrade. The specific Cisco products identified are:
- Cisco IE-3300-8P2S-E: 10-PORT Managed Network Switch
- Cisco IEM-3300-16P=: 16-PORT Gigabit PoE+ Expansion Module
- Cisco PWR-IE170WPC-AC=: 170W, AC to DC Power Supply
- Cisco PWR-IE240WPCAC-L=: 240W, AC to DC Power Supply The use of these brand-name products is driven by stringent cybersecurity requirements for interfacing with the Generic Data Acquisition and Control System (GDACS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- Product Service Code: N041 (Installation Of Equipment: Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, And Air Circulating Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified (RFI stage)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, 22:00 UTC
- Published: February 20, 2026, 21:20 UTC
Evaluation
Responses will be used to gather industry feedback on the proposed brand-name requirement. This information will assist the Contracting Officer in preparing the Justification and Approval (J&A) documentation for a future solicitation package.
Additional Notes
Interested vendors should email Nathan Bruce, Contract Specialist, at nathan.i.bruce@usace.army.mil to respond to this inquiry.