Chris Haisworth is a government contact. Chris is associated with 43 contracts. Activity spans Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Other Computer Related Services, and All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing.
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The contract pertains to the replacement of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems at the Northern California Area Office of the Bureau of Reclamation, with procurement governed under commercial item acquisition procedures per FAR Part 12. The scope requires six industrial-grade, static double-conversion online UPS units rated at 30 kVA and 15 kVA, along with an associated 30 kVA isolation transformer, all compliant with UL 1778 and compatible with the government-furnished 125VDC lead-acid battery system. The procurement is structured as a firm-fixed-price purchase order using a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) source selection method, where offerors must submit detailed cut sheets and dimensional drawings to verify product equivalency as a mandatory compliance requirement; failure to meet these technical specifications results in automatic rejection without further evaluation. Delivery is mandated to occur within 120 days after receipt of order at the designated location in Shasta Lake, California, under FOB Destination terms, with all items required to be labeled for country of origin and domestic content in accordance with trade agreements and traceable through supply chain documentation. Payments are to be processed exclusively through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), with electronic submissions directed to the designated point of contact, Christopher Hainsworth. The contract incorporates a comprehensive set of FAR clauses covering ethics, whistleblower protections, labor standards including minimum wage and paid sick leave, trafficking in persons, supply chain security restrictions, small business utilization, and executive compensation reporting. Offerors must also provide valid Unique Entity ID and CAGE codes, and represent their status as a small business or other socioeconomic category if claiming eligibility, with joint venture participants required to disclose all members. No contracting officer’s representative is formally designated, and while packaging and MIL-STD requirements are not specified, labeling and shipment documentation standards are detailed to ensure compliance across the delivery process.
Department Of The InteriorCO,
USA
NAICS
335999
All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing
The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking to acquire acoustic fish tag transmitters to facilitate scientific monitoring of fish behavior and survival at the Cle Elum Dam Helix and Roza Dam fish screens and roller gates. These transmitters are vital for assessing the effectiveness of key fish passage projects under the Yakima Basin Integrated Water Resource Management Plan, authorized by the Hoover Power Plant Act of 1984. Due to unique technical specifications and compatibility requirements with existing research protocols, Advanced Telemetry Systems (ATS) has been identified as the sole original equipment manufacturer capable of providing the necessary acoustic telemetry tags.
This procurement is not a request for competitive bids, but the Bureau has opened an opportunity for other parties who believe they can supply equivalent products matching the required specifications to submit capability statements. The contract, identified as solicitation number 140R8126Q0037, was posted on February 18, 2026, with responses due by February 23, 2026. The work will be performed in Yakima, Washington, and is managed by the Department of the Interior's Denver Federal Center office. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Christopher Hainsworth, who can be reached via email or phone for inquiries.
Department Of The InteriorBureau of Reclamation-PN-CCAO,
Yakima,
WA,
NAICS
334511
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
The Bureau of Reclamation has awarded a contract to implement a Laboratory Information Management System for the Yuma Analytical Laboratory to ensure regulatory compliance with Arizona environmental laws and the 1944 Treaty. This system will streamline water quality monitoring by managing sample logging, data entry, workflows, reporting, and inventory tracking, while integrating with existing infrastructure such as STARLIMS.
The scope of work encompasses software delivery, installation, and comprehensive user training, backed by a full-service support agreement providing both remote and on-site maintenance. To maintain operational efficiency, the system must adhere to rigorous security, performance, and compatibility standards, featuring customizable quality control and reporting capabilities.
Contract 140R8125Q0205, titled IT IRA TSC PLC (PROSOFT), was issued by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation Denver Office. This award notice pertains to a small business set-aside procurement for essential IT and telecommunications equipment. The specific requirements include the acquisition of Control Logix DNP and Modbus modules, as well as various productivity tools, categorized under NAICS code 334111.
The procurement process was managed by the Denver Federal Center in Colorado, with Christopher Hainsworth serving as the primary point of contact. According to the request for quotation, the successful contractor is required to ensure the delivery of all specified equipment within 30 days after the receipt of the order.
The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order exclusively for Schneider Electric brand name hardware components necessary for the phased replacement of legacy Quantum Modicon PLC systems at Hoover Dam, Davis Dam, and Parker Dam. This procurement is a competitive, small business set-aside under FAR 13.501(a), meaning only authorized small business resellers of Schneider Electric products are eligible to submit bids, and no substitutions or equivalent products will be accepted. The solicitation includes a detailed list of required part numbers and quantities, along with a justification for the brand name requirement, which will be posted on SAM.gov.
Interested vendors must submit their quotations by September 10, 2025, with inquiries directed to Chris Hainsworth at the provided email and phone number. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to specific FAR provisions and clauses, and all questions should be submitted at least 48 hours before the response deadline. The project is managed by the Department of the Interior’s Denver Federal Center, and further details, including the full scope of work and procurement specifics, are available through the provided SAM.gov link.
Department Of The InteriorCO,
NAICS
335999
All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing
The R-UCOS Subscription Service contract, solicitation number 140R8125Q0221, is a sole-source acquisition awarded by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation, specifically through the Denver Federal Center. The contract is designated for TechnipFMC to provide essential software support and updates for the User Configuration Open System subscription service. This service is critical for the operation of the Distributed Control System at both the Yuma Desalting Plant and the Water Quality Improvement Center.
The scope of work is categorized under NAICS code 541512 and includes a detailed schedule of items across several contract line item numbers. The agreement covers a base period and multiple option years, extending the service requirements through 2030. Administrative oversight for this procurement is managed by Christopher Hainsworth.
Department Of The InteriorCO,
USA
NAICS
541512
Computer Systems Design Services
PSC
R408
Professional, Administrative, and Management Support Services
The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking to establish a firm-fixed-price purchase order for Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) to support critical infrastructure at the Yuma Desalting Plant and the Water Quality Improvement Center. The procurement specifies brand name or equivalent models, including four systems rated for continuous duty at a minimum of 20kVA and two systems rated for at least 40kVA, with technical support and software updates included. The contract duration is 120 days from the date of receipt, emphasizing a quick turnaround. This opportunity is designated as a small business set-aside under FAR 19.502-2, encouraging competitive bids from qualified small businesses. Interested vendors are invited to submit quotes and direct any questions to the designated contracting officer, Chris Hainsworth, at least 48 hours before the response deadline. The solicitation details, including the scope of work, FAR clauses, and additional requirements, are available in the attached combined synopsis/solicitation document.
Department Of The InteriorCO,
NAICS
335999
All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing
