61--NWS SJU San Juan Emer Power Generator Replacement

The National Weather Service (NWS) Southern Region is seeking a contractor for the replacement of emergency power generators and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) at 14 Weather Forecast Office (WFO) locations across Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Arkansas, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Puerto Rico. The project requires the installation of Kohler 277/480-volt 3-phase generators ranging from 125 to 150 kVA. The scope includes base tasks for generator and ATS replacements, with optional tasks for fuel tank refurbishment or replacement, electrical distribution panel replacement, and building repairs. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 335999, and the government intends to award up to 14 separate firm fixed price purchase orders based on the best value, utilizing the lowest-priced quoter that meets acceptability standards for non-price factors. The contractor must provide all professional services, supervision, labor, materials, and equipment necessary for completion, with a required delivery schedule of 540 days after the notice to proceed. Key personnel requirements include a Project Manager and Site Superintendent. Evaluation is conducted independently per site location, focusing on technical approach, conformance to the Statement of Work, and past performance. Final acceptance is contingent upon a substantial completion walk-through, the resolution of a punch list, and the submission of all required test results and operation manuals. Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform System on the last day of each month.