Y--Poncha Substation Service
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 Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), Rocky Mountain Region (RMR), has a requirement for Y--Poncha Substation Service in Salida, CO. This is a Presolicitation for a Sealed Bidding (FAR Part 14) opportunity, seeking a contractor to enhance the reliability and provide backup power for the Poncha Substation. The solicitation will be issued as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Responses will be due July 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project is multi-part, focusing on increasing substation service feed reliability and decreasing outages. Key components include:
- Demolition and site development.
- Furnishing and installing main station service equipment (pad mount transformer, safety switches, automatic transfer switch, backup generator, main AC switchboard).
- Furnishing and installing over-the-trench distribution panels inside the control building.
- Furnishing and installing gas cart safety switches, LP tank, and generator pad.
- Removing and disposing of two existing pad mount transformers (K1 and K2) and associated equipment.
- Furnishing and installing grounding systems, conduit, and insulated cable.
- Installing associated cable terminations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Sealed Bidding, FAR Part 14)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- NAICS Code: 237130 (Size Standard: $45.0M)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days after Notice to Proceed
- Solicitation Issue Date (Anticipated): On or about June 9, 2026
- Response Due: July 31, 2026, 8:00 PM MDT
- Published: June 4, 2026
Evaluation
This will be a Sealed Bidding Solicitation. The Buy American Act applies (FAR Clause 52.225-9 and FAR Provision 52.225-10). Bidders must identify any non-domestic materials included in their bid.
Additional Notes
All responses to this Invitation For Bid (IFB) shall be submitted via FedConnect ONLY. Email proposals will not be accepted. The solicitation, including specifications and drawings, will be issued electronically on FedConnect and SAM.gov. For construction change order definitization notices, refer to the provided WAPA link.