GJ26-64 UCA Sole Source Notice for Warranty Support for Batteries

The Utah Communication Authority (UCA) has issued a solicitation for a contract titled "GJ26-64 UCA Sole Source Notice for Warranty Support for Batteries," with a closing date set for December 1, 2025, at 11 am Mountain Time. This procurement opportunity is posted via the Utah Public Procurement (U3P) platform, and vendors are advised that the posting is solely an advertisement; the actual contract award details will not be publicly posted and must be obtained by contacting the designated UCA representative. The contract involves a sole source arrangement with Discover Energy Systems (DES) for warranty support of batteries critical to UCA’s communication infrastructure, with an estimated value of up to $1 million over a five-year period. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 811310, which pertains to maintenance and repair of electronic and communication equipment. A key aspect of this solicitation is the justification for a sole source award, which is based on the unique compatibility and warranty considerations associated with DES’s battery systems, as well as transitional costs that make standard procurement impractical. The Utah Communications Authority has issued a notice of intent to award this contract directly to DES, citing the specialized nature of the batteries and the integrated systems involved. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the solicitation thoroughly and submit any challenges or documentation if they believe they can provide comparable or superior products. The process emphasizes that the procurement is tailored to meet specific technical and operational needs, and the response evaluation will proceed even after the solicitation closes.