H--Hot Stick Testing Services for WAPA UGP
Overview
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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 Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) Upper Great Plains (UGP) Region is soliciting proposals for Hot Stick Testing Services. This requirement involves testing approximately 200 hot line tools at four distinct locations in North Dakota: Bismarck Warehouse, Jamestown Substation, Fargo Substation, and Devils Lake Substation. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) opportunity. Responses are due April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive testing services for approximately 200 hot line tools (hot sticks) to ensure their operational safety and compliance. The services are required at the following WAPA UGP facilities in North Dakota:
- Bismarck Warehouse
- Jamestown Substation
- Fargo Substation
- Devils Lake Substation
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: H299 - Equipment And Materials Testing: Miscellaneous
- Department/Agency: Department of Energy, Western-Upper Great Plains Region
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 03:00 PM MDT
- Published Date: April 09, 2026, 09:50 AM MDT
Evaluation
As a Solicitation, proposals will be evaluated to select a qualified contractor. Specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided metadata but typically include technical capability, past performance, and price for competitive procurements.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact:
- Primary Point of Contact: Tyson Thomas
- Email: tthomas@wapa.gov
- Phone: 720-962-7163