UPS Systems (UL 1778) Bureau of Reclamation
Overview
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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 Bureau of Reclamation intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order for six UL 1778-compliant static double-conversion online UPS systems for delivery to USBR Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, CA. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by January 27, 2026, at 22:00:00Z.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (140R8126Q0025) is for the procurement of six (6) static double conversion on-line UPS systems, brand name or equal. Key specifications include:
- Quantity: 4 systems rated for 20kVA minimum, and 2 systems rated for 40kVA minimum.
- Technical Requirements: UL 1778 compliant, accept 480VAC three-phase input, provide 120VAC single-phase output, and integrate with a 125VDC battery system (battery system supplied by U.S.B.R.).
- Components: UPS module (IGBT - SPWM Technology), Input/Output Isolation Transformers, 7" Touch Display, Web Based Monitoring, Alarm Dry Contacts, Data Logging, Static Bypass Switch, Battery Temperature Compensation, Real Time Clock, Input/Battery/Bypass/Inverter Output Circuit Breakers, IP20 Rated Enclosure, Input Harmonic Filter (THD < 5%), UPS Output Circuit Breaker, External Manual Bypass Switch, External Bypass Voltage Matching Transformer, Emergency Power Off (EPO), and Modbus Communications Module.
- Documentation: Cut sheets and dimension drawings are required for all brand-name equivalent items.
Contract & Timeline
- Award Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.
- Contract Type: Commercial Services under FAR Part 12.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 335999 (Size Standard: 500 employees).
- Delivery: Required within 120 days After Receipt of Order (ARO) to USBR Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, CA 96019 (FOB destination).
- Quotes Due: January 27, 2026, at 22:00:00Z.
- Published Date: January 21, 2026.
Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest priced quote that meets the Government's minimum requirements. This includes verification documents (detailed cut sheets and dimension drawings for brand-name equivalent items) and price.
Additional Notes
- Offerors must be authorized resellers; no grey market, counterfeit, or refurbished items accepted.
- Payment will be made via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
- Questions must be submitted via email to chainsworth@usbr.gov at least 48 hours before the closing date.