Generator Maintenance - Kearneysville, WV

SOL #: 1232SA26Q0171Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
USDA ARS AFM APD
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, United States

Place of Performance

Kearneysville, WV

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

Generators And Generator Sets, Electrical (6115)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 12, 2026
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Last Updated
Mar 16, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for Generator Maintenance Services in Kearneysville, WV. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) under NAICS 811310. The requirement covers routine and emergency maintenance for three generator sets. Quotes are due by March 18, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide comprehensive maintenance services for three specific generator sets (750 kW Caterpillar, 200 kW Katolight, and 150 kW Kohler) located at the USDA-NCCCWA in Kearneysville, WV.

  • Routine Maintenance: Quarterly services, including three minor and one major service/inspection per generator annually. Tasks involve cooling, fuel, oil, battery, exhaust, air intake, control panel, and power generation system checks, along with major preventative maintenance like oil/filter changes and lubrication.
  • Emergency Services: Mandatory two-hour response time for unscheduled equipment failures. All work must be performed by trained, certified personnel in accordance with manufacturer specifications and commercial practices. A Service/Inspection/Operation Report is required after each service.

Contract Details

  • Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
  • Size Standard: $12.5 million
  • Anticipated Award: Firm Fixed Price contract
  • Place of Performance: USDA-NCCCWA, 11861 Leetown Road, Kearneysville, WV 25430. Services during 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding federal holidays).

Submission & Evaluation

  • Quotes Due: March 18, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET.
  • Submission Method: Email to Brian.Fien@usda.gov. Subject line must include solicitation name and number.
  • Quote Validity: Quotes must be held firm for 90 calendar days.
  • Award Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), representing the best value to the Government.
  • Evaluation Factors:
    • Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
    • Technical Acceptability: Requires meeting salient characteristics, clear identification of brand/model, sufficient descriptive literature, and availability for delivery.
    • Past Performance: Evaluated as Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.

Special Requirements & Notes

  • This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
  • The solicitation incorporates FAR provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov.
  • Bidders must adhere to the Service Contract Act, as detailed in Attachment 3 (Wage Determination), which outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits. This impacts labor cost calculations.
  • Contact Brian Fien at brian.fien@usda.gov or 510-955-2760 for questions.

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