H--Hot Stick Testing Services for WAPA UGP

The Western Upper Great Plains Region of the Department of Energy has awarded a contract for hot stick testing services to support approximately 200 transmission line tools across four substations in North Dakota: Bismarck Warehouse, Jamestown Substation, Fargo Substation, and Devils Lake Substation. The services are required to ensure the safety and operational integrity of equipment used in live-line maintenance, adhering to industry standards for electrical hazard protection. The contract was issued under solicitation number 89503426QWA001237 and falls under NAICS code 541380, indicating it is for other professional, scientific, and technical services. Performance of the work is localized within North Dakota, while the contracting office is based in Billings, Montana, with primary point of contact being Jonathan D. Dittmer, reachable via phone and email. The contract was publicly posted on May 8, 2026, and is identified as an award notice, signifying that the selection and award process has been completed. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to all eligible contractors without preference for small businesses or other categories. All testing must be conducted at the designated field locations to comply with WAPA UGP’s operational requirements, and the contractor is expected to coordinate logistics around access, scheduling, and equipment handling at each substation site. The agency retains oversight through its regional office in Billings, with direct communication routed through the designated point of contact for inquiries or coordination during contract execution.