Load Bank
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically FA8125 AFSC PZIMA, has issued a solicitation (FA8125-26-Q-0033) for the procurement of a Portable Resistive Load Bank. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and is administered by Tinker Air Force Base, OK. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price. Quotations are due by March 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks one (1) Portable Resistive Load Bank with specific technical requirements. Key specifications include:
- Electrical: 230VAC L-N, 400VAC L-L, 3-Phase, 400 Hz.
- Receptacle: 6-Pin Aircraft Power Receptacle with Shield, compliant with Drawing LE409-0001.
- Load Capacity: 100 kW or more, with load switching in increments of 10 kW or less.
- Metering: Must display input frequency, volts, amps, and watts.
- Safety Features: E/F interlock and Thermal Protection.
- Monitoring: 4x BNC female connectors for oscilloscope monitoring of input power voltage, current, and frequency per phase.
- Handling: Equipped with casters for transport and lifting pockets for forklift loading/unloading.
- Noise Level: Not to exceed 85 dB (A) IAW OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.95. Suggested sources of supply include Anderson Airmotive part no. 3-498501 or ITT Cannon EA376.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (FA8125-26-Q-0033)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Product Service Code: 6150 (Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment)
- NAICS Code: 335311 (Size Standard: 800 employees)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- Published Date: February 23, 2026
- Quotation Due Date: March 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM local time
- Anticipated Delivery: On or before March 9, 2026
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Tinker Air Force Base, S Coffeyville, OK
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations will be evaluated based on the lowest total evaluated price (TEP) from vendors whose submissions conform to all solicitation requirements. Submissions must include a technical description, warranty terms, price, discount terms, "remit to" address, and completed representations and certifications. Incomplete or non-conforming quotes may be deemed ineligible. The government reserves the right to conduct interchanges for clarification.
Additional Notes
Delivery to Tinker Air Force Base requires adherence to specific gate access procedures (Gate 33) and delivery to Building 3001. Contractor personnel will need identification badges and must comply with REAL ID Act requirements for base access. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses.