Wolf Creek, Cordell Hull, & Old Hickory Power Plants: VCB Repair
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Nashville District is conducting market research via a Request for Information (RFI) for the refurbishment and delivery of three Eaton Vacuum Circuit Breakers (VCB) for power plants at Wolf Creek (KY), Cordell Hull (TN), and Old Hickory (TN). This RFI aims to determine a competitive basis for a future procurement. Responses are due June 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and Eaton-approved test equipment to refurbish and deliver three (3) Eaton 150VCP-WG-50-3000A VCBs. These VCBs, currently government property, have been evaluated by Eaton for refurbishment. The contractor must ensure the refurbished VCBs are compatible with existing USACE switchgear at the specified power plants.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, by 1:00 PM Central Time
- Published: June 16, 2026
- PSC: Z1MD (Maintenance Of EPG Facilities - Hydro)
- NAICS: 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors), Size Standard $19M
Information Requested
Respondents are asked to provide:
- Firm name, CAGE, Point of Contact, phone, and email.
- Confirmation of being a Certified Eaton Repair Facility.
- Three (3) project examples within the last ten (10) years demonstrating experience in constructing gantry cranes with capacities exceeding 100 tons, including project details, contract numbers, completion years, prime/subcontractor role, self-performed work percentage, dollar amount, and general description.
- Small business status under NAICS 238210 and any sub-categories (e.g., HubZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB).
- Intent to submit a quote if a solicitation is issued.
- Any additional relevant information.
Additional Notes
This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. No reimbursement will be made for RFI responses. The items listed are subject to change or elimination.