Z--Digital Governor Modernization
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, is conducting a sole-source procurement for the modernization of digital governors at the Shasta Power Plant, CA. This effort involves upgrading five generator units and two station service units to extend their operational life by 15-20 years. The procurement is justified as sole-source to L&S Electric Inc. due to proprietary software and specialized integration requirements. Proposals are due March 17, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The primary objective is to replace obsolete hardware and software for the existing digital governors, adding synchronous condense and rough zone modes. The scope includes the design, engineering, programming, and supply of all necessary hardware for the five generator units and two station service units. Key upgrades involve replacing Quantum PLCs with Modicon M580 PLCs and obsolete communication networks with SEL-751 Feeder Protection Relays and X80 TMC Frequency Input Modules. The contractor will also provide updated documentation, factory testing, commissioning services, on-site training, and recommended spare parts. Installation will be performed by project staff.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price purchase order.
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (to L&S Electric Inc.).
- NAICS Code: 221111 (Hydroelectric Power Generation), Size Standard: 750 employees.
- Period of Performance: All work must be completed no later than two years (730 days) from the date of award.
- Place of Performance: Shasta Power Plant, 16349 Shasta Dam Blvd, Shasta Lake CA 96019.
- Wage Determination: U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-5627 for Shasta County, CA, applies to this Service Contract Act effort.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via electronic mail only to mphan@usbr.gov by March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Standard Time. Submissions should be signed, dated, and scanned in .pdf format. Offers will be evaluated based on price reasonableness and any instances of unbalanced pricing, with the Government awarding to the responsible quoter whose proposal is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. This sole-source action was justified under FAR 6.302 or FAR 13.501, following market research that confirmed the proprietary nature of the required solution.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Phan, Mouang (MPhan@usbr.gov, 916-978-5127).