Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source - ABB-Hitachi Energy 30-nF Line-to-Ground Capacitors for WAPA DSW's Mead Substation
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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 Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) Desert Southwest Region (DSW) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source to Nexus Power Solutions LLC for ABB-Hitachi Energy 30-nF Line-to-Ground Capacitors. This acquisition is for the Mead Substation near Boulder City, Nevada, to replace aging capacitors. Responses from interested parties are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
WAPA DSW intends to procure seventy-eight (78) ABB-Hitachi Energy brand name 30-nF line-to-ground capacitors (part number 2GHV05029A0002). These capacitors are essential for replacing existing aging/failing solder joint type capacitors at the Mead Substation, ensuring continuity and compatibility with the substation's existing ABB-Hitachi Energy manufactured circuit breakers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Proposed Awardee: Nexus Power Solutions LLC (a small business distributor for ABB-Hitachi Energy)
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: Boulder City, NV 89005, United States
Evaluation
This is not a request for proposals or quotations. The Government intends to award a firm-fixed-price sole source contract. The statutory authority for this non-competitive action is 41 U.S.C.1901 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as implemented in FAR Part 12.201-1 and FAR 12.102 (Restricting Competition), due to the specific brand name requirement for compatibility. Information received from this notice will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement in the future would be in the Government's best interest.
Additional Notes
Responsible sources who believe they can furnish all required ABB-Hitachi Energy capacitors must submit a written notification of interest and a capability statement. Submissions should support the firm's ability to provide all required supplies and must be furnished at no cost or obligation to the Government. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Submissions should be sent via email to kramer@wapa.gov.