SAM?SAS?SAC BASLER ECS 2100 EXCITER RETROFIT
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) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified sources for the upgrade and retrofit of Basler ECS-2100 excitation control systems, and the full replacement of Prime Power/Siemens EX-1 excitation systems, at four hydropower sites across the Savannah, Mobile, and Charleston Districts. This effort aims to replace obsolete digital control hardware, improve reliability, and standardize excitation technology. Responses are due May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project encompasses comprehensive services including:
- Engineering and design
- Manufacturing and factory testing
- Delivery of new systems
- Demolition of existing equipment
- Installation, integration, and commissioning
- Training for personnel
- Documentation
The primary objectives are to enhance system reliability, maintainability, and diagnostic capabilities, while standardizing excitation technology across multiple powerhouses within the specified districts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Product/Service Code: Z2MD (Repair Or Alteration Of Epg Facilities Hydro)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 26, 2026, 10:00 PM ET
- Published: May 11, 2026
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY / W074 ENDIST MOBILE
Evaluation
Responses will be utilized for market research purposes to gauge industry capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. This is not a request for proposals or bids.
Additional Notes
This Sources Sought notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government to award a contract. For detailed information, refer to the attached Sources Sought document. Contact Jaime Brown at jaime.r.brown@usace.army.mil or 251-690-2405 for inquiries.