WFTCA Project - Low Voltage Transformer

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To purchase and deliver one (1) liquid-filled secondary unit substation transformer.

• Transformer Specifications:

  • Type: Liquid-Filled Secondary Unit Substation
  • Rating: 2,000 kVA
  • Primary Voltage: 13,800 V, Delta (with +2/-2 taps at 2.5% increments)
  • Secondary Voltage: 480Y/277 V
  • Insulating Fluid: Less-flammable, biodegradable natural ester fluid (FR3) with non-detectable PCB content (<1 ppm).
  • Tank: 304L Stainless Steel, pad mounted, with dry nitrogen blanket.
  • Windings: Copper, meeting IEEE C57.12.00 and NEMA standards.
  • Bushings: High Voltage (3) porcelain, Low Voltage (4) integral spade.
  • Markings: "Non-PCB" clearly indicated, "DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE" warning sign.
  • Construction: Suitable for outdoor installation, meeting IEEE, NEMA, UL, DOE, and ASTM standards.
  • Monitoring Devices: Dial-type gauges for temperature, liquid level, and pressure/vacuum; winding temperature indicator; sudden pressure relay.
  • Fittings: External drain valve with sampling port.

• Other Requirements:

  • Must be supplied on a full deck pallet for shipping.
  • Grounding and bonding must conform to UL 467.

• Delivery Timeline: 52-110 weeks from order.

• Delivery Location: High Pressure Gas Facility (HPGF), 3305 Saturn Drive, Stennis Space Center MS 39529.

• Includes testing and commissioning plan.

• Fans controlled by liquid temperature.

• Meets DOE 2016 Efficiency Requirements.

• Maximum sound level: 61 dB.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the WFTCA Project - Low Voltage Transformer. The government is procuring a low voltage transformer, described as a "Brand Name or Equal To" requirement.

• The solicitation includes a Statement of Work/Bid Schedule (Section 1), Instructions to Offerors (Section 2), Solicitation Provisions/Representations and Certifications (Section 3), Clauses/Terms and Conditions (Section 4), and Quote Evaluation Criteria (Section 5).

• Bidders must include CAGE/UEI Code, FOB Destination, Leadtime for Delivery, and POC Name & Email in their bid.

• A Certificate of Conformance is required.

• Bidders must reference the tracking number (80NSSC26926566Q) in the subject line of their email when submitting a quote.

• The government does not pay by credit card.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but the document is an RFQ, implying a potential for a fixed-price contract.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotes are due by 4/2/2026 at 7 a.m. CT to Shanna Patterson (Shanna.L.Patterson@nasa.gov).

• Quotes shall remain valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.

• Submitted quotes must list two points of contact (name, phone number, email address).

• Contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing via email to Shanna Patterson by 4/1/2026 at 7 a.m. CT. Telephone questions will not be accepted.

• The government will award a contract to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation is the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) offer.

• Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from further consideration.

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.

• Specific provisions regarding Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (FAR 52.204-24 and 52.204-26) are included and must be completed.

• The document references various FAR and NFS clauses and provisions that bidders must adhere to, including those related to Buy American, Trade Agreements, and representations and certifications.