Emergency Repair Tornado Damage

The Federal Prison System under the Department of Justice is seeking emergency repair services for damage caused by a tornado to a 3-phase overhead primary distribution line and two transformers located in Marion, Illinois. This effort is critical to restoring essential power infrastructure supporting federal prison operations, with focus on rapid response and reliable restoration to ensure continued functionality and safety. The work involves specialized electrical utilities repair requiring qualified contractors with experience in high-voltage distribution systems and transformer replacement under urgent conditions. The opportunity is posted as a forecast with a NAICS code of 237130, indicating it falls under Electric Power Construction, and is open to potential small business participation. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Candi Smart, reachable via email, while Sarah Dean serves as the Small Business Specialist to assist with engagement and compliance matters. Although the solicitation number is not yet available, interested parties should monitor the DOJ Forecast Contracting Opportunities portal for official release of the formal solicitation, which will include detailed technical requirements, performance timelines, and submission procedures.