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B16 Generator PLC Upgrade
Sources Sought from DEPT OF THE ARMY • DEPT OF DEFENSE. Place of performance: KS. Response deadline: Jan 28, 2026. Industry: NAICS 238210 • PSC J059.
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This is a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY. The purpose of this sources sought is for market research to gain knowledge of potential sources for future needs including interested small business sources. This notice is for planning purposes only. All interested parties should respond.
Kansas Air Nationl Guard, McConnel AFB, Kansas, will soon be soliciting for a project for Building 16 Generator PLC Upgrade. Work shall consist of but is not limited to the following: Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair or replace generator PLC controls. PLC is a Telmecanique/Advantys STBNMP2212 PLC Island and connected output modules controlling a Kohler 1.5 MW Diesel Generator set. Contractor is to troubleshoot and repair PLC to original installation parameters. Verify restored PLC/Generator set operations and communication. Ensure repairs with a function check of generator operations in standalone and parallel modes. There will be an option to install a Hot Switch Bypass. Refer to attached SOW.
For this requirement, the small business size standard is $19 million for NAICS 238210. In the event small business contractors are not avaialble for adequate competition for this project, it may be advertised as unrestricted.
NOTE: Prime contractor is required to subcontract with 3E Company (electrical Engineering & Equipment Co.) since they are the designated OEM regional representatvie of Kohler.
Complete and return attached sources sought form to include bonding capability and advise on your capabilities and or past perfromance in terms of the projected requested. Include the following email subject line "Sources Sought B16 Generator PLC Upgrade" when emailing, to 184WG.MSG.CONTRACTING@us.af.mil. Use the same email address if you have additional questions.
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The B16 Generator PLC Upgrade is a Sources Sought notice by the Department of the Army aiming to identify potential vendors for upgrading the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) of the B16 generator. This opportunity is set aside for SBA-certified companies, encouraging small business participation.
Identify capable vendors for the upgrade of the B16 Generator's PLC system to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
- Assess current PLC system
- Design upgrade specifications
- Procure necessary components
- Implement PLC upgrade
- Test system post-upgrade
- Train personnel on new system
- Company capabilities statement
- Relevant experience documentation
- Technical approach proposal
- Cost estimate information
- SBA certification verification
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- Details on the current PLC system and its limitations
- Specific performance metrics required post-upgrade
- Potential budget constraints for the project
- Any additional compliance requirements not listed
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