SAM #1333ND26RNB190034

NIST Boulder Building 4 Emergency Generator and ATS Replacement

NIST Boulder is seeking a contractor to replace the emergency power system in Building 4. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Acquisition Management Division - OEMs Mentioned: - Acceptable engine manufacturers: Cummins, Caterpillar, Rehlko - Existing generator: Onan Model No. 11-5GNAB-90901A - Existing ATS: Onan Model OT 40 - Products/Services Requested: - Removal of existing Onan standby emergency generator and Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) - Furnishing and installation of new standby emergency generator (natural gas and diesel options) and compatible ATS - Integrated emergency diesel generator system rated at 12 kW, 1800 RPM, 208/120 VAC, 3-phase, 4-wire, 60 Hz - Diesel engine generator unit, weatherproof enclosure, automatic transfer switches, control panels, fuel system, exhaust system, cooling system, batteries, and accessories - Factory and field performance testing, commissioning, and delivery of as-built documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Generator must meet NFPA 110 Level 1 standards - Remote annunciators and programmable protective relays required - Compliance with NIST Site Standards and applicable codes - Contractor must provide both natural gas and diesel generator options - Sound attenuation to 75 dBA, 72-hour fuel tank capacity, and full system integration - All labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals required for turnkey solution - Total small business set-aside under NAICS 238210

Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Boulder Campus, intends to solicit a firm-fixed-price contract for the removal and replacement of the existing standby emergency generator and Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) serving Building 4. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals necessary to remove the existing generator and ATS, furnish and install a new standby emergency generator (with natural gas and diesel options) and compatible ATS, perform all associated electrical modifications, conduit and wiring installation, testing, commissioning, and documentation in accordance with the Statement of Work, applicable codes and standards, including NIST Site Standards.

Important Dates:

List of Individuals Due for Site Visit: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Site Visit: Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 1pm, Building 4

Questions Due: Thursday, July 30, 2026

Proposals Due: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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