Commercial Capabilities in 3kW Power Generation
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 Department of the Army is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify commercial capabilities in 3kW Power Generation. The goal is to explore modern, market-driven solutions for the legacy 3kW Tactical Quiet Generator (TQG) system. This RFI seeks information on commercially available 3kW generators with diesel/JP-8 fuel capability that could enhance military capabilities. Responses are due by January 30, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI, issued by the Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), Belvoir Division, aims to identify innovative commercial products that align with the Secretary of War's directive to prioritize commercial offerings in acquisition. The government is specifically interested in 3kW generators that operate on Diesel and/or JP-8 fuel, offering superior performance and technology compared to the current TQG. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.
Key Information Sought
Respondents should provide details on:
- Company Information: Including incorporation date, years in business, employee count, CAGE code, and facility clearance.
- Generator Capabilities: Continuous 3kW output, voltage (120VAC/240VAC), weight, size, noise level, Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), operating temperature range, survivability against High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP), Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) characteristics, and performance in extreme environmental conditions (e.g., high altitude, sand, dust, salt fog).
- Fuel Consumption: Rates at various load levels (no load, 25%, 50%, 75%, full load).
- Test Data: Availability of independent test data to support specifications.
- Special Requirements: Indication of U.S. manufacturing and domestic origin of specialty metals (potential Berry Amendment compliance).
Submission & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- NAICS Code: 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing)
- PSC Code: 6115 (Generators And Generator Sets, Electrical)
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, by 12:00 p.m.
- Published Date: January 21, 2026
- Submission Method: Electronically to Thao Trinh (thao.h.trinh.civ@army.mil) and CPT Jun Im, in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Submissions are limited to a maximum of ten 8.5x11 inch pages.
- Questions: Must be submitted in writing no later than 5 calendar days following the RFI posting.
Eligibility & Evaluation
This RFI encourages participation from a broad range of defense and commercial contractors, including small businesses, veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and woman-owned small businesses. Responses will be used for market research to inform future acquisition strategies. No feedback or evaluation will be provided, and costs incurred for responding are at the respondent's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal (RFP).