Opportunity
SAM #1240BH26Q0011
Generator, Battery, and Photovoltaic Array Replacement for Wallowa Whitman National Forest Housing Repairs
Buyer
Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
April 16, 2026
Identifier
1240BH26Q0011
NAICS
238290, 238210
This opportunity involves the USDA Forest Service's GAOA North Zone Housing Repairs project, focused on replacing off-grid power systems at the Wallowa Whitman National Forest: - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service - Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Wallowa Mountains Ranger District, Sled Springs Work Center, and CSA Northwest 6 - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Winco (propane generators) - Libby Corporation (battery systems) - Aleo Solar, Canadian Solar (photovoltaic modules) - SolArk (charge controllers/inverters) - Products and Services Requested: - Replacement of main off-grid electrical generator (28kW propane, Winco or equivalent, autostart, SolArk compatible) - Replacement of well pump generator (15kW propane, autostart) - Replacement of battery storage system (minimum 1200–1400 Ah, lead acid or Lithium Iron Phosphate, Libby or equivalent, SolArk compatible) - Removal, disposal, and replacement of two 2400W photovoltaic arrays (Aleo Solar, Canadian Solar, or equivalent) - Testing and replacement of individual photovoltaic modules as needed - Mobilization, installation, wiring, concrete work, and operator training (minimum 2 hours by OEM rep) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All battery and generator systems must be compatible with SolArk 15k LV charge controllers/inverters - Operator training by manufacturer's start-up representative is required - Removal and proper disposal of existing equipment - Completion required within 60 days of Notice to Proceed; no construction allowed November–March due to site access - Payment bond required for awards over $35,000 - Estimated Contract Value: - Under $150,000 - Place of Performance: - Sled Springs Work Center, Wallowa Mountains Ranger District, Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Wallowa County, Oregon
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1240BH26Q0011 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for generator, battery system, and photovoltaic collector array replacement.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238210. The small business size standard is $19 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
PLEASE REVIEW THE SOLICITATION FILE AND ALL ATTACHMENTS 1 - 7. If you choose to provide a response to this solicitation, submit the following documents via email to darcy.rapoza@usda.gov, no hard-copy originals are required:
Signed Standard Form 1442 with blocks 14-20c completed by the quoter. Attachment 1 – Schedule of Items Attachment 5 – Response to Evaluation Criteria (including Attachment 7 – Past Performance Form) Acknowledgement of solicitation amendments (if any) via signed SF-30(s) with your quote.