Opportunity

SAM #1232SA26Q0892

USDA ARS Seeks OEM-Authorized Maintenance for Solar Turbines Taurus 3500 kW Turbine in Ames, IA

Buyer

ARS APD

Posted

July 06, 2026

Respond By

July 15, 2026

Identifier

1232SA26Q0892

NAICS

811310

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a performance-based maintenance contract for a Solar Turbines Taurus 3500 kW natural gas turbine at its Ames, Iowa facility. - Government Buyer: - US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, MWA National Animal Disease Center - OEM Highlight: - Solar Turbines Incorporated is the specified OEM for the Taurus 3500 kW natural gas turbine (Centaur 40 - 4701S Generator, serial number CG07798) - Products/Services Requested: - Turbine Maintenance Plan for Solar Turbines Taurus 3500 kW natural gas turbine - Scheduled maintenance inspections at 4,000 and 8,000 hours - Emergency response within 2 hours - Condition assessment visits - Use of OEM parts and authorized technicians - Consumable maintenance parts (excluding air filters and lubricants), tooling, and detailed reporting - Tasks include maintenance of air systems, electrical/control systems, fuel systems, generator equipment, lube oil/servo oil systems, start systems, and auxiliary motors - Line Items: - BASE Period Turbine Maintenance Plan (Part #0001) - OPTION Period 1 Turbine Maintenance Plan (Part #1001) - OPTION Period 2 Turbine Maintenance Plan (Part #2001) - OPTION Period 3 Turbine Maintenance Plan (Part #3001) - OPTION Period 4 Turbine Maintenance Plan (Part #3002) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict requirement for OEM-authorized service and use of OEM parts - Emergency response within 2 hours - Maintenance must be scheduled around peak electrical season - Emphasis on safety, quality assurance, and detailed reporting

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 1232SA26Q0892 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.  

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