Ground Support Unit- Name Brand

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Ground Power Units (GPUs). The government is procuring these units for use at Edwards AFB, CA.

• Item 0001: ITW GSE Model 1400 Ground Power Unit (600A), 28 VDC continuous output, capable of 2000A engine start, and 2400A overload. Includes Operation & Maintenance Manual. Quantity: 4.

• Item 0002: 1400-TOW, Trailer, 4-Wheel, Towable. Quantity: 4.

• Item 0003: 20 FT. DC OUTPUT CABLE ASSY. Quantity: 1.

• Item 0004: Freight Handling, Standard freight to Edwards AFB, CA. Quantity: 1.

• All items are listed under Product Service Code 1730 and are Firm Fixed Price.

• The solicitation number is FA930226Q0053.

• The solicitation issue date is May 14, 2026.

• The offer due date is May 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 336413 with a size standard of 1250.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30.

• Payment will be made by the designated payment office.

• Invoices and receiving reports are to be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination (Edwards AFB, CA).

• FOB details are Contractor Destination.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with addenda attached.

• This acquisition is a 100% set-aside for Small Business.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering topics such as electronic submission of payment requests, representations and certifications, and subcontracting.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the award of a firm-fixed-price contract on a brand-name basis to an authorized distributor of ITW GSE Inc. for four (4) Ground Power Units (GPUs). This justification is for the 420th Combined Test Force (CTF) and is made on an individual basis.

• Four (4) ITW GSE Inc. Model 1400 Ground Power Units (GPUs).

• GPUs must have an adjustment from 24 - 31.9 VDC, be 600 AMP, 400-480V, trailer mounted, and include a 20 FT. DC output cable assembly.

• The adjustable voltage capability is critical for testing various aircraft components and providing mission-essential ground power for the 420th CTF's aircraft instrumentation systems.

• The contract type is firm-fixed-price.

• The specific contract value is not detailed in this document but is subject to J&A approval thresholds.

• This document is a justification for other than full and open competition, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority.

• The rationale is that only the ITW GSE Inc. Model 1400 GPU can satisfy agency requirements without unacceptable risks and duplication of costs.

• The government has already invested significantly in integrating one ITW GSE Model 1400 GPU into its operational framework, and acquiring a different unit would require a complete re-work of integration, testing, and validation procedures, leading to unacceptable schedule delays and mission failure risks.

• Market research confirmed that while other manufacturers produce GPUs, switching from the established ITW GSE unit would be costly and time-consuming.

• This action will be synopsized on SAM.gov, and any proposals received will be considered.

• This justification is for other than full and open competition, indicating a sole-source or limited competition approach based on specific technical requirements and existing investments.

• The prime contractor has reviewed and approved the ITW GSE Model 1400 as the standard for this program.

• For future requirements, the agency will continue market research to identify alternative sources or new technologies for more modular integration.

• The current acquisition prioritizes maintaining standardization with the ITW GSE unit to avoid unacceptable mission and cost impacts.