Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0699
USDA ARS Solicitation for OEM Maintenance of Solar Turbines Centaur 40 Generator
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
June 16, 2026
Respond By
June 19, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0699
NAICS
811310
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a comprehensive maintenance plan for a Solar Turbines Centaur 40 - 4701S Generator (Taurus 3500 kW natural gas turbine) at its Ames, Iowa National Animal Disease Center. - Government Buyer: - US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, MWA National Animal Disease Center - OEMs and Vendors: - Solar Turbines (OEM of the Centaur 40 - 4701S Generator) - Products/Services Requested: - OEM-authorized maintenance and service for one Solar Turbines Centaur 40 - 4701S Generator (S/N CG07798) - Scheduled maintenance inspections at 4,000 and 8,000 hours - Condition assessment visits - Emergency service response within 2 hours - Use of OEM parts only (no substitutes) - Consumable maintenance parts (excluding air filters and lubricating liquids) - Tooling, reporting, and technical support (including InSight system use and training) - Turbine Maintenance Plan for up to five years (base year plus four option years), with annual invoicing in arrears - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All maintenance must be performed by OEM-authorized personnel with relevant experience - Only OEM parts are permitted for all maintenance activities - Emergency response must be available within 2 hours - Compliance with federal regulations and anti-discrimination laws is required - Technical capability and past performance will be evaluated - Delivery is FOB destination to Ames, IA
Description
16JUN26 - Clarification. The SF1449 five CLIN structure is for a Base+4 requirement. In the "Award Type" section page 12 of the SF1449 RFQ document it describes a anticipated Base+4 requirement. The requirement for RFQ 1232SA26Q0699 is a Base+4. The Base+1 identifier top of Page 3 of the SF1449 document is incorrect as is the Base+1 callout in Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement and QASP section 3.0. Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement and QASP section 3.0 will be corrected on any subsequent award.
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 1232SA26Q0699 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Turbine Maintenance Plan.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.