Development of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 Frequency Inverter-Converter for the 3 kW Tactical Quiet Generator (TQG)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 (RFI) to identify sources capable of developing a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9 Frequency Inverter-Converter for the 3 kW Tactical Quiet Generator (TQG). This effort aims to find industry partners for the design, development, and production of this critical component. Responses are due July 11, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Information (RFI) is for market research purposes, seeking industry capabilities to develop a Frequency Inverter-Converter based on Government drawing 98-19604. The developed system must integrate with a Government Furnished 3 kW TQG (MEP-831A) and meet standard military environmental durability and endurance/reliability requirements. The Government owns the Technical Data Package (TDP), which will be provided as Government Furnished Information (GFI) in subsequent competitive actions, not during this RFI phase.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a capability statement addressing specific questions outlined in the RFI, covering:
- Company Overview: CAGE, UEI, POC, business size (NAICS 335999).
- Current Status: Ability to meet specifications with existing, modified, or new inverter-converter designs, including Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) for design, development, and production.
- Experience: Power electronics systems, PCB design (in-house/outsourced), linear/non-linear loads, IGBTs, optocouplers.
- Production & Manufacturing: In-house/outsourced, facility address, electronic systems production experience, logistics.
- Testing & Validation: Capabilities (environmental, MIL-STD 810), compliance testing, simulation tools.
- Programmatic Information: ROM for Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE), 10 prototypes, developmental test costs, and optional per-unit production cost (150 systems/year). ROM should include a Basis of Estimate (BOE).
- Engineering & Security: Mechanical/electrical integration, quality control for TDP compliance, facility security clearance. Responses are limited to 15 pages (2 pages for Company Overview) and must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF. Proprietary information must be clearly marked and submitted via DoD SAFE.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: June 24, 2026, 3:00 PM EST. Submit via email to Rosetta Wisdom-Russell (rosetta.wisdom-russell.civ@army.mil) and Keane Sablon (keane.s.sablon.civ@army.mil).
- Responses Due: July 11, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT. Submit via email to Rosetta Wisdom-Russell and Keane Sablon.
- Contacts: Keane Sablon (keane.s.sablon.civ@army.mil) and Rosetta Wisdom-Russell (rosetta.wisdom-russell.civ@mail.mil).
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. The Government will not pay for response costs. All businesses, including various small business categories, are encouraged to participate. Not responding does not preclude participation in future solicitations.