Electrical Power Installation for Refrigerated Container

The contract calls for the installation of a complete electrical power system tailored to a 40-foot Thermo King Magnum Plus refrigerated container, requiring substantial infrastructure work including 300 feet of trenching to accommodate 1.5-inch PVC Schedule 80 conduit and 1,200 feet of #6 wire to ensure reliable power delivery at 480 volts, 50 hertz, and 30 amps. A compliant electrical pedestal must be installed to serve as the primary connection point, meeting all regulatory and safety standards for industrial-grade refrigerated container operations. The scope is comprehensive, integrating trenching, conduit installation, wiring, and pedestal setup in a single coordinated effort to support uninterrupted refrigeration functionality. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, restricting eligibility exclusively to small businesses, and falls under NAICS code 238210 for electrical contracting services. It is issued by the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, an entity within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, with the place of performance located in Springerville. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, with responses due by 6:00 p.m. on May 27, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract, indicating it supports a broader project managed by the federal agency. All work must be completed in accordance with applicable codes and operational requirements to ensure the refrigerated unit receives stable, dedicated power under demanding environmental conditions.