Notice of Intent (NOI) to Sole Source AND Request for Information (RFI)
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Detroit District, has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Sole Source for Rockwell Automation Stratix Network Switches as part of the 9-Mile Pump Station construction contract in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. This notice also serves as a Request for Information (RFI) to identify firms capable of providing directly compatible equivalent products. Responses are due February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This NOI specifies a brand-name requirement for Rockwell Automation Stratix Network Switches, including Stratix 2500 Lightly Managed Switches and Stratix 5800 Managed Switches. These switches are critical components of the existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System at the 9-Mile Pump Station, connecting to both the I/O network and the WAN/SCADA network. The contractor or subcontractors will be responsible for purchasing and installing these switches, which come with a standard one-year warranty.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent (NOI) to Sole Source AND Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (this is not a solicitation for competitive proposals)
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM (Eastern)
- Published: January 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080, United States
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation. The RFI aims to gather industry feedback to determine if the brand-name portion of the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. Responses will be evaluated solely for this purpose.
Additional Notes
Interested parties capable of providing a directly compatible equivalent product must submit their interest and capability in writing via email. Required information includes firm name, UEI or Cage Code, point of contact details, and supporting documentation for equivalent products. Oral communications are not acceptable. The email subject line must be: "NOI for Brand Name Stratix Network Switches (Rockwell Automation)". This notice is subject to change or elimination.