Eaton 9390 Battery System Modernization
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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 United States Air Force is seeking proposals for the Eaton 9390 Battery System Modernization at Sheppard AFB, TX. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the replacement of end-of-life batteries and capacitors for the Eaton 9390 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) in Building 237. All components must be new Eaton hardware, and work must be performed by Eaton-certified technicians. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 15, 2026, and quotes are due by April 25, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CST.
Purpose & Scope
The primary objective is to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the existing Eaton 9390 UPS system by replacing aged batteries and capacitors to mitigate the risk of system failure and restore it to original factory specifications. The project aims to modernize the UPS with an optimized Eaton battery configuration, reducing the total number of batteries while maintaining the capability to support a 30 KVA critical load for a minimum of two hours. This requirement falls under PSC J059 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components) and NAICS 811210 ($34M size standard).
Key Requirements
- Brand Name: All components must be new Eaton hardware, as justified by the Brand Name Justification. No reconditioned or grey market items are permitted.
- Certified Technicians: All work must be performed by an Eaton-certified technician.
- Mandatory Site Visit: Vendors must conduct a site visit on April 15, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. CST (Sheppard AFB Visitor Center) to verify field conditions. Base access coordination is required by April 13, 2026 (COB) via email to the POCs.
- Battery Modernization: Replace the entire battery bank with a new, optimized configuration to support a 30KVA critical load for at least two hours.
- Capacitor Replacement: Replace all aged capacitors within the Eaton 9390 unit.
- Disposal: Safe removal and proper disposal of all old batteries in accordance with environmental regulations.
- Testing: Full system testing to validate proper operation under simulated power-loss conditions.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Agency: DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE, FA3020 82 CONS LGC
- Place of Performance: Sheppard AFB, TX 76311
Submission & Deadlines
- Mandatory Site Visit: April 15, 2026, 9:30 a.m. CST. Coordinate base access by April 13, 2026 (COB).
- Questions Due: April 17, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CST.
- Quotes Due: April 25, 2026, 4:30 p.m. CST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to Cristhian Gonzalez and Kimberly Rico.
- Required Documents: Quotes must include a Statement of Work (SOW) describing the solution, pricing using the provided COMBO (supplemental quote on company letterhead optional), and the completed contractor identification section from the COMBO. Quotes must remain valid for 90 days.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the most advantageous offer to the Government, considering price and other factors, as outlined in FAR 52.212-2. Offerors must also comply with clauses such as 252.204-7017 (telecommunications equipment) and 252.232-7006 (WAWF payment instructions).
Contact Information
- Primary POC: Cristhian Gonzalez, cristhian.gonzalez_tovar@us.af.mil, 940-676-5186
- Secondary POC: Kimberly Rico, kimberly.rico@us.af.mil, 940-676-5193