OPS EAID GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document outlines the justification for approving other than full and open competition for the procurement of Facility Generators. The United States Air Force (USAF) has a brand name requirement to procure these generators to support new purchases for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2026. This Class J&A will cover multiple contracts across CONUS and OCONUS locations.

• Procurement of Facility Generators from a limited selection of manufacturers specified by location.

• Support for new generator purchases through September 30, 2026.

• Standardization of generators to reduce total cost of ownership by an estimated $50M over a 5-year training cycle.

• Increased mission performance efficiencies through streamlined training and specialized maintenance.

• Estimated Contract Cost: $54,000,000

• Authority cited: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2) - Only One Responsible Source.

• A Notice of Proposed Contract Action was posted on SAM.gov on June 1, 2021, remaining open for 15 days.

• Two sources expressed interest, but neither were generator manufacturers.

• Market research included a survey of small businesses and analysis of historical data.

• The document does not explicitly mention set-asides, but notes that most decentralized purchases will include competition among small business installers for installation and minimal training.

• The primary driver for this J&A is to reduce training costs and improve efficiency by standardizing on specific brand name generators per installation.

• The Air Force aims to achieve cost reductions and efficiencies that would not be realized through full and open competition due to the complexity of training on multiple manufacturers' systems.

Statement of Need

To replace existing EAID generators with new 200kW generators because the current generators are at the end of their service life, inefficient, and not EPA compliant.

• Furnish all services, labor, tools, materials, and equipment for the project.

• Ensure all work complies with International Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electrical Code, AFI, UFC, UFGS, ASME, ASTM, ASHRAE, ETL, NFPA 72, and other applicable codes.

• Maintain a clean and orderly worksite.

• Perform quality assurance activities conforming to ISO 9001 standards.

• Two (2) Cummins C200D2RE mobile generators, each with 200 kW standby output / 180 kW prime output, 60Hz. These generators include electric brake trailers, fuel tanks, generator set controls, distribution panels, battery chargers, cam lock distribution panels, and auxiliary DEF connections.

• Start-up and operational testing of the new units and components.

• A minimum of a 1-year warranty on equipment and labor.

• Not explicitly stated in this document, but the project title indicates work at Building 321 and 324.

• Coordination with the Government for system operation during work.

• All work must be performed in a neat, substantial, and competent manner.

• No alterations, additions, or deletions without prior approval from the Contracting Officer.

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the Air Force's need to procure Facility Generators from a limited selection of manufacturers for the remainder of the Fiscal Year through September 30, 2026. The estimated total spend for these generator purchases over the next five years is approximately $54 million. The primary goal is to reduce the total cost of ownership by eliminating inefficiencies and duplication in training, leading to an estimated $50 million saving over a 5-year training cycle.

• Standardization of facility generators across USAF bases to reduce training costs and improve mission performance.

• Increased availability of trained technicians for in-house maintenance and repair.

• Streamlined Civil Engineering (CE) maintainer training and specialized on-base training.

• The estimated contract cost is $54,000,000.

• This Class J&A supports multiple contracts throughout CONUS and OCONUS locations.

• The authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), allowing for other than full and open competition due to the availability from a limited number of responsible sources.

• Market research included a joint CIR, historical data analysis, and input from subject matter experts.

• A Notice of Proposed Contract Action was posted on SAM.gov on June 1, 2021, remaining open for 15 days. Two sources expressed interest, neither being generator manufacturers.

• While the primary focus is on brand name manufacturers for standardization, the document notes that competition may be maintained at the dealer/distributor level, with potential for small business awards.

• The document details significant cost savings and efficiency improvements expected from standardization, including reduced training requirements, improved responsiveness, fewer downtimes, and reduced cyber security requirements.

• It also addresses the need for advanced troubleshooting and repair training, which is currently costly and time-consuming due to multiple manufacturers.

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Solicitation

This document is a solicitation (FA460026Q0017) for the "FY26-F18AP-F3H3G2-55CES-FM9-PKB- OPS EAID GENERATOR REPLACEMENT". It outlines the government's requirement for two Cummins C200D2RE generators with specific standby and prime output ratings, 60Hz frequency, and a paralleling harness. The Product Service Code is 6115.

• Two (2) Cummins C200D2RE generators.

• Standby output: 200 kW.

• Prime output: 180 kW.

• Frequency: 60Hz.

• Includes paralleling harness.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract based on the pricing arrangement.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is requested by March 28, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: February 19, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• Question Submission Deadline: February 12, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• Answers Posting Date: February 17, 2026.

• Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days after submission.

• Quotes are to be submitted via email to jason.arizmendi@us.af.mil and daniel.kuchar@us.af.mil.

• Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Capability.

• Technical Capability requires a plan demonstrating how requirements will be met.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1250 employees.

• The document incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, payment instructions (WAWF), and representations and certifications.

• Several attachments are listed, including a Statement of Need, Brand Name Justification, and an Approval Memo.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the FY26-F18AP-F3H3G2-55CES-FM9-PKB- OPS EAID Generator Replacement. The government is procuring two Cummins C200D2RE T4F Mobile 200 kW standby/180 kW prime output generators with 60Hz frequency and Cummins QSB 6.7L engines, along with paralleling harnesses.

• Two (2) Cummins C200D2RE generators with specified technical capabilities.

• Paralleling harnesses.

• Product Service Code: 6115

• Product Type Code: J035

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery requested by March 28, 2026.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days after submission.

• Submission components include: Price Quotation, Technical Approach (max 6 pages), and completed Fill-In Clauses/Provisions.

• Questions are due by February 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CST. Answers will be posted February 17, 2026.

• Quotes are due by February 19, 2026, 10:00 AM CST via email to jason.arizmendi@us.af.mil and daniel.kuchar@us.af.mil.

• Evaluation will be based on Price and Technical Capability.

• The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 335312

• Size Standard: 1250 employees

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to payment, contract administration, representations and certifications, and Buy American provisions.

• Attachments include a Statement of Need, Brand Name Justification, and an Approval Memo.

Other / Unclassified

This memorandum from the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC/CO) officially communicates the approval for the selection of a single manufacturer for generators at two installations: Offutt AFB (55 CES) and F.E. Warren AFB (90 CES). The approved manufacturer is Cummins, with Cummins-Onan specified for F.E. Warren AFB.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it establishes a standardization decision for generators at specific Air Force bases. It indicates a potential future need for generators from a single manufacturer. The memorandum also states that a comprehensive inventory analysis will be repeated in five years to reassess the standardization. Any questions regarding implementation should be directed to Maj Pat Grandsaert or the AFCEC Reachback Center.

Statement of Need

This document outlines the need for replacement generators at Offutt AFB to replace aging equipment that is at the end of its service life.

• Procurement of two (2) 200kW generators.

• The generators must be more efficient and EPA compliant than the current units.

• The replacements will contribute to base-wide generator manufacturer standardization.

• Two (2) Cummins C200D2RE generators (200 kW standby / 180 kW prime output, 60Hz, Cummins QSB 6.7L).

• Paralleling harness.

• Offutt AFB, 106 Peacekeeper Dr. Suite 2N3 Building 301.

• Generators are available via GSA.

• A memo regarding base-wide generator manufacturer standardization is attached (content not provided in text).

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies and approves the use of other than full and open competition for the procurement of Facility Generators. The United States Air Force (USAF) requires brand-name generators to support new purchases for the remainder of Fiscal Year (FY) through September 30, 2026. This Class J&A will cover multiple contracts across CONUS and OCONUS locations.

• Procurement of Facility Generators from a limited selection of manufacturers.

• Standardization of generators to reduce training costs, improve mission performance, and enhance sustainment of Air Force equipment.

• Estimated contract cost is $54,000,000.

• Period of Performance: Through September 30, 2026.

• Estimated Total Spend: Approximately $54M for 1181 units expected to reach end-of-life.

• This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition, not a solicitation for proposals.

• Market research included a survey of small businesses and a public notice on SAM.gov.

• Two sources expressed interest, but neither were generator manufacturers.

• The authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, allowing for a limited number of responsible sources when no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

• The primary benefit of this approach is to reduce training costs by an estimated $50M over 5 years and improve technician proficiency.

• Standardization aims to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and potentially lower the total cost of ownership.

• Competition is expected to be maintained at the dealer/distributor level, and the Air Force may pursue direct negotiations with selected brand name manufacturers.