15 kV, 110 kV BIL, Type C Loadbreak Polymer Cutout w/200A 12kAIC fuseholder

The solicitation PR430918 issued by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a firm fixed-price proposal for a 15 kV, 110 kV BIL, Type C Loadbreak Polymer Cutout equipped with a 200A 12kAIC fuseholder or an equivalent domestic product. The procurement emphasizes compliance with federal, DOE, and industry standards, including electrical safety, environmental regulations, cybersecurity, and export controls. The contract will be administered under the NAICS code 325211, with the response deadline set for November 27, 2025. The scope involves delivery to ORNL's facilities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Offerors must submit detailed pricing, certifications, and technical documentation via email by November 26, 2025, with questions due two days prior. The contractual framework incorporates extensive flowdown clauses from the prime DOE contract, including mandatory FAR and DOE-specific clauses covering security, ethics, labor laws, small business utilization, export controls, patent rights, and cybersecurity. The prime flowdown document ensures subcontractors adhere to federal regulations, including restrictions on foreign sales, anti-kickback provisions, and energy efficiency standards. The solicitation also mandates completion of abbreviated representations and certifications, covering business status, socioeconomic classifications, export control classifications, and compliance with laws such as Buy American. While detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly provided, the award will be based on the lowest technically acceptable price. Packaging and marking requirements reference DOE orders on hazardous materials and transportation safety, emphasizing compliance with DOE and industry standards, though specific packaging and preservation instructions are not detailed. The contract emphasizes security clearances, confidentiality, and cybersecurity measures, requiring contractor personnel to sign nondisclosure agreements and adhere to NIST SP 800-171 standards, with security incident reporting within one hour. Overall, the procurement emphasizes regulatory compliance, security, and technical suitability, with comprehensive contractual obligations flowing down from the DOE prime contract to ensure adherence across all subcontracted activities.