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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE - IDIQ Contract for Wood Crossarms and Braces
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The Western Area Power Administration is conducting market research to identify capable small business concerns for the potential award of a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply wood crossarms and braces for transmission line infrastructure. The contract, if awarded, would have a one-year base period with two one-year option periods, for a total potential performance duration of three years, with a minimum guaranteed value of $25,000 and a maximum ceiling of $9,000,000 should all options be exercised. Deliveries will be made to multiple locations across the Upper Great Plains, Desert Southwest, and Rocky Mountain regions, with specific quantities and delivery points determined at the order level. All materials must conform to detailed engineering specifications referenced in technical drawings, including dimensional tolerances, assembly methods, and structural requirements for glued laminated and solid-sawn timber components. Wood products must undergo preservative treatment meeting AWPA T1 standards, with minimum copper retention of 0.040 pounds per cubic foot and penetration of at least 2.5 inches from bolt holes and ends. Moisture content must not exceed 22% after seasoning, and the gradient between center and surface must remain within 5%. Marking must comply with ANSI A05.2 for laminated timber and ANSI A05.3 for solid-sawn timber, but electronic labeling is not required. Metal components such as bolts, clamps, and fittings must meet ASTM A153, ASTM A123, ASTM A36, and Federal Specification FF-B-571, Class C. Inspections are required at the contractor’s facility prior to shipment, with the Government retaining full rights to sample, test, and reject non-conforming materials. The contractor remains fully responsible for compliance regardless of inspection outcomes. Responses are requested from manufacturers, distributors, or resellers providing company name, UEI, CAGE code, size and socioeconomic status under NAICS 321215, capability statements, past performance examples, and confirmation of ability to meet all technical and delivery requirements. Responses must be submitted electronically to tthomas@wapa.gov no later than May 18, 2026, at 1500 MST. This notice is for planning and market research only, does not constitute a solicitation, and no costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed.
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Place of Performance
Bismarck, ND, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) is conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing wood crossarms and braces in accordance with the attached specifications and drawings.
The Government anticipates establishing a Firm-Fixed-Price IDIQ contract for the supply of these materials. Orders will be issued on an as-needed basis throughout the contract ordering period.
Delivery locations include various WAPA facilities throughout the Upper Great Plains, Desert Southwest, and Rocky Mountain Regions. Specific delivery locations and quantities will be identified at the order level.
This notice is for market research purposes and is being used to determine the availability of qualified small business concerns and the appropriate acquisition strategy, including a potential small business set-aside.
Interested firms are requested to provide the following information:
- Company name, UEI, and CAGE code
- Business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS 321215
- Brief description of capability and experience providing similar wood products
- Manufacturer, distributor, or reseller status
- Relevant past performance or recent similar contracts
- Confirmation of ability to meet attached specifications, drawings, and delivery requirements.
Responses shall be submitted electronically to tthomas@wapa.gov no later than 5/18/2026 at 1500 MST.
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred in responding to this notice.
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