W--Emergency Generator Rental at Wawona Tunnel
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 National Park Service (NPS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Justification & Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the urgent rental of an emergency 300kW diesel generator and associated cables at the Wawona Tunnel, Yosemite National Park, California. This procurement is critical to restore emergency radio communications, tunnel lighting, and ventilation following severe winter storm damage to overhead electrical lines. Delivery is required no later than 12:00 PM on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Rental of one (1) 300kW diesel generator.
- Rental of fifty (50) feet of associated cables.
- Generator must be capable of operating 24/7.
- Vendor is responsible for full fueling and transportation to and from the Wawona Tunnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Simplified Acquisition (over $10,000 and up to $250,000).
- Product Service Code: W061 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Electric Wire, And Power And Distribution Equipment).
- Set-Aside: Sole-source justification due to urgent and compelling circumstances.
- Delivery Deadline: No later than 12:00 PM on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
- Published Date: April 22, 2026.
Evaluation
This is a sole-source justification; therefore, standard submission and evaluation processes are not applicable. The government determined that only the existing IDIQ vendor could meet the immediate, mission-critical requirement.
Additional Notes
Market research was not feasible due to the extreme urgency. Failure to meet the delivery timeline would result in the loss of emergency communications, unsafe tunnel conditions, and severe operational impact to NPS public safety responsibilities. The affected area is currently inaccessible for a full damage assessment due to hazardous winter conditions. The anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable.