High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) Cummin Generators - Multiple USAFE Locations Supply and Install
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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 USAFE-AFAFRICA is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for the supply and installation of High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP)-hardened Cummins Inc. Rugged Mobile Power (RMP) generators (30 kW). These generators are required for critical nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems across multiple installations in the European theater. The Government is seeking interest and capabilities from OEMs or authorized/certified OEM resellers. Responses are due by June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide HEMP-hardened 30 kW Cummins RMP generators, coordinate and support HEMP survivability testing, deliver technical and hardness maintenance documentation, and ship fully compliant units to designated USAFE-AFAFRICA locations. Key tasks include:
- Manufacturing/ordering generators meeting technical requirements (30 kW, 1PH/3PH, 50/60/400 Hz).
- Scheduling and coordinating HEMP Threat-Level Illumination (TLI) testing per MIL-STD-2169 and MIL-STD-188-125 at approved facilities (e.g., NAWCAD Patuxent River).
- Providing support equipment and personnel during testing.
- Shipping generators to final destinations after successful testing and certification.
- Supporting Government inspection, functional testing, and acceptance.
- Providing all required technical documentation, test plans, test reports, and HMHS documentation.
Generators must conform to MIL-DTL-32496, operate from -50°F to 135°F, comply with MIL-STD-461F for electromagnetic compatibility, and be capable of operation with specified military fuels. Deliverables include the generator set, DD Form 250, manuals, parts catalog, Certificate of Conformance, HEMP test documentation, and warranty.
Delivery Locations
Generators are required for Aviano AB (Italy), Incirlik AB (Turkey), RAF Lakenheath (England), Kleine Brogel (Belgium), Buechel (Germany), Volkel (Netherlands), and Ghedi (Italy).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 21:00 UTC (2300 CEST / 1700 EST)
- Published: June 17, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. The Government will not reimburse costs for responses. Interested parties are requested to provide input on their capability to supply and service these generators, including a rough order of magnitude (ROM) and projected timeline. Questions are due by June 22, 2026, 2300 CEST (1700 EST).