Steel Structures for Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)

The Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, has released a forecast for a procurement targeting steel structures, classified under NAICS code 331210 for forged, pressed, and stamped metal products. This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses, as designated by the Small Business Administration, to promote participation from qualified small contractors in federal infrastructure projects. The contract is anticipated to involve the supply and potential installation of steel components, though specific technical scope, quantities, or project locations have not been detailed in the forecast. The solicitation is published as a forecast with a posting date of August 10, 2026, indicating this is a planning notice rather than an active solicitation. There is no assigned solicitation number, and the place of performance remains undefined, suggesting that project sites may vary across WAPA’s service territory. Point of contact for small business inquiries includes two Small Business Program Managers reachable via email, and further details can be obtained from the linked acquisition forecast document on the Department of Energy’s website. Potential offerors should monitor for an official solicitation to emerge with precise requirements, timelines, and submission instructions.