Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0659
USDA ARS Emergency Generator Installation with Cummins Equipment at Riverside, CA
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
May 20, 2026
Respond By
June 16, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0659
NAICS
238210, 238290
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a contractor for the installation of a government-furnished emergency generator system at its Riverside, California facilities. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Facilities Services, and ARS Acquisition and Property Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Cummins (manufacturer of the generator and accessories) - Schneider Electric (manufacturer of PowerPacT circuit breaker) - Products/Services Requested: - Installation of a Cummins C200D6D diesel generator set (200kW standby, 180kW prime, EPA Tier 3, PowerCommand 1.1 controller) - PowerCommand OTECSE800 automatic transfer switch (800A, 3-pole, PowerCommand 40-01 control) - PowerPacT P circuit breaker (800A, 3 pole, 25kA, 600VAC, Micrologic 5.0 trip unit) - Cummins 6 Amp battery charger (12 VDC) - Two 12V wet batteries (Group 34, 850CCA) - Construction of a new concrete pad for generator installation - Full installation services, including compliance with 2022 California building and fire codes, seismic certification, and safety requirements - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Generator and major equipment are government-furnished; contractor provides installation and construction - Compliance with California electrical licensing and building codes - Seismic certification for generator and enclosure - Mandatory site visit and documented experience with similar generator installations - Set aside for small businesses, specifically EDWOSB (Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses) - Place of Performance: - U.S. Salinity Laboratory and National Clonal Germplasm Repository, Riverside, CA - Contract Details: - Firm fixed-price contract - Work must commence within 10 days of notice to proceed and be completed by the specified deadline - Warranty coverage and options for extended coverage on equipment
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 1232SA26Q0659 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Emergency Generator Installation. Contractor is to install a Government Furnished 200kW Generator with an automatic transfer switch. Project will require construction of a new concrete pad.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. The small business size standard is $19.0M. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.