N--GC26 SCADA UPS REPLACEMENT
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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 Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Regional Office (Department of Interior) is soliciting proposals for the replacement of the SCADA Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) at the Glen Canyon Dam Powerplant in Page, AZ. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. The project involves the demolition and removal of the existing UPS system and the installation of a new, specified UPS system. Proposals are due May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires the demolition and removal of the existing SCADA UPS system and associated components, including non-reusable conduit and conductors. Contractors will then provide and install a new SCADA UPS system, including all necessary components, new conduit, and conductors. The new UPS must be a Schneider Electric 480V UPS with External-Battery (brand name or equal). Key deliverables include all electrical modifications, terminations, labeling, testing, commissioning, and cutover to minimize downtime. The contractor will also provide shop drawings, submittals, factory/start-up support, training for operations staff, acceptance testing, as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and warranty support.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: 545 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP)
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Wage Determination: Construction Wage Rate Requirements (Davis-Bacon) per AZ20260007 will apply.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds (SF25 and SF25A) are required.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Megan Swift (Megan_Swift@ios.doi.gov) by May 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The email subject line must be: "Bureau of Reclamation Proposal: GCFD POWERPLANT UPS (SCADA EACSS) – 140R4026R0006". Late submissions will not be considered. Award will be made using Best Value-Tradeoff evaluation procedures (FAR Part 15), considering factors such as price, technical capability (project execution plan, schedule, relevant experience), and past performance. Proposals must remain valid for 60 days.
Key Documents
The solicitation includes detailed specifications (Division 01 - General Requirements, Division 26 - Electrical), comprehensive electrical drawings (single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel schedules), and standard forms for Performance and Payment Bonds. Wage determinations are also provided.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Megan Swift at mswift@usbr.gov or 303-445-2722.