Fixed Frequency Converter System/Generator

The Department of Defense is seeking information through a sources-sought request for a single UFC-180H 180-kVA low-profile fixed frequency converter system or an equal alternative to provide reliable 400 Hz aircraft ground power for KC-46 and C-17 maintenance operations at the 305th Maintenance Squadron’s main hangar, Building 2201, located at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. The system must be capable of converting facility power into the specified frequency and include all necessary input and output cables, technical documentation such as wiring diagrams and installation manuals, standard manufacturer warranty, maintenance instructions, and commissioning support. The equipment must meet IEEE C62.41.1 Location Category B/C standards for voltage transient protection and have Type 3SX IP55 ingress protection to ensure resilience in environmental conditions. The contractor is responsible for transportation, unboxing, delivery to the designated site, and coordination with Base Civil Engineering to facilitate proper installation. All work must comply with the National Electrical Code, OSHA safety standards, Unified Facilities Criteria, and specific JB MDL engineering and safety directives. The project must commence within 30 days of contract award and be fully completed, including installation and commissioning, within 180 days of the Notice to Proceed, contingent upon coordination with base personnel and safety protocols. The contractor must submit a Job Safety Analysis or Activity Hazard Analysis prior to beginning any on-site work and ensure all electrical commissioning is performed by licensed technicians. Contractor personnel are prohibited from photographing military facilities, equipment, or personnel without prior authorization and must safeguard military information per JB MDL Commander directives. Waste generated during delivery and unboxing must be disposed of in accordance with EPA and base environmental guidelines. This procurement is structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5 with a NAICS code of 335999, and the solicitation, RFI1818738, remains open for responses until July 3, 2026. Primary point of contact for technical inquiries is Michael Ford, with Scott Rayner serving as alternate, while Vivian Donaldson and Sarah Brown are listed as administrative contacts for the solicitation. No contract value, pricing, or payment details have been established at this stage, as the document serves only to gather market intelligence prior to formal solicitation.