UPS battery backup
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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 Department of Agriculture, specifically the ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, has published an Award Notice for UPS battery backup installation at Fort Collins, CO. This work involves adding a 25kW UPS system to a server rack.
Scope of Work
This project entails the installation of a 25kW UPS unit on one of the current 60-amp circuits for the main server rack. Required equipment includes a Galaxy VS UPS 25kW 208V with two internal 9Ah smart modular battery strings (expandable to four), a Start-up 5x8 service (or equal), and a Galaxy VS Maintenance Bypass cabinet (UL, Single-unit 10-40kW 208V, 20-80kW 480V, or equal). An Emergency Power Off button is also a mandatory component of the installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Published: March 12, 2026
- Place of Performance: Fort Collins, CO
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jim Roloff at james.g.roloff@usda.gov or 612-590-7603.