Wood crossarms and braces - Brand Name or Equal
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 Department of Energy's Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), specifically the WESTERN-ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION office, is soliciting bids for Wood Crossarms and Braces for wood utility pole structures. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. All questions must be submitted in writing by June 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. MDT, and proposals are due by July 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks the provision of wood crossarms and braces for wood utility pole structures. The requirement specifies "Brand Name or Equal" products, as detailed in WES-L-2003.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: 5510 (Lumber And Related Basic Wood Materials)
- Questions Due: June 29, 2026, 12:00 p.m. MDT
- Response Due: July 6, 2026, 2:00 p.m. MDT
- Published: June 18, 2026, 12:30 p.m. MDT
Additional Notes
All inquiries regarding this requirement must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer, Carol L. Hammans, at hammans@wapa.gov. Phone calls will not be accepted. Questions received after the deadline may not be addressed at the Contracting Officer's discretion.