Drive Control Update
Overview
Buyer
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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 Navy / NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV (NAWCAD) has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (N00421-26-Q-1112) for a Drive Control Update. This is an intent to sole source to NIDEC MOTOR CORPORATION for specific drive control components and services for a 300HP Test Stand at the Electrical Power Systems and Environmental Facility (EPSEF) in St James, MD. However, all interested parties are invited to submit quotes for evaluation. Quotes are due by April 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves upgrading a controller board and Human Machine Interface (HMI) for a Nidec ADD32 Drive Controller. Key deliverables include:
- CLIN 0001: One (1) Nidec ADD32Plus Drive Controller (P/N D46505), compatible with existing hardware, capable of Ethernet control, and verified for the existing drive stand.
- CLIN 0002: One (1) Nidec ETHERNET module (P/N A40267) for communication between the controller and HMI.
- CLIN 0003: One (1) HMI PRO-FACE Control Interface (P/N PFXGP4601TAD) with a 12.1" monitor, mounting fixture, and 24Vdc supply, capable of drive control and various functions.
- CLIN 0004: Software Programming for HMI control points, compatible with Windows 11.
- CLIN 0005: Installation and Startup, including integration and tuning for the 300 HP test stand.
- CLIN 0006: Deliverables to be shipped to 48298 Shaw Road, BLDG 1461, Patuxent River, MD 20670.
- CLIN 0007: Standard Manufacturer's Warranty.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST
- Delivery Required: By May 15, 2026
- Published: March 30, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to Johnny.E.Smith.civ@us.navy.mil and Roberta.M.Nethercutt.civ@us.navy.mil. Award will be made to the vendor submitting the lowest, firm fixed-price quotation that meets all requirements in Section B. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to submission. Required information includes FOB, Shipping Cost, Tax ID#, Dun & Bradstreet #, Cage Code, Small Business status, Estimated Delivery Date, and Total Cost. Payment requests will be processed via WAWF.
Government Points of Contact
- Johnny Smith: johnny.e.smith.civ@us.navy.mil
- Roberta Nethercutt: roberta.m.nethercutt.civ@us.navy.mil