Load Bank

This contract solicitation FA8125-26-Q-0033, issued by the Department of Defense and specifically managed by the office at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma, seeks to procure one Portable Resistive Load Bank to support the 76th AMXG/567th unit. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 335311 and requires submission of quotes by 12:00 PM CST on May 8, 2026, following two amendments that revised the timeline and conditions for submission. The Load Bank must meet specific technical requirements, including operating at 230VAC line-to-neutral and 400VAC line-to-line on a 3-phase, 400 Hz power supply, with a minimum load capacity of 100kW. The unit must support incremental load switching and incorporate monitoring meters to measure voltage, current, power, and power factor. Safety features and noise control are also mandated, with noise levels capped at 85 dB(A) in compliance with OSHA regulations. The equipment must be portable, equipped with casters and lifting pockets for transport. The solicitation identifies two primary points of contact for potential vendors and emphasizes compliance with specified performance criteria as detailed in the load bank item description document. The place of performance is in S Coffeyville, Oklahoma, and the contract is part of the broader Department of Defense procurement initiatives. Interested small businesses must carefully adhere to the specified deadlines and technical specifications to ensure their quotes are considered. The detailed description of electrical and physical attributes underscores the critical operational role and quality standards expected for the Load Bank in supporting Air Force mission readiness.