Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1216
Caterpillar C18 Diesel Generator Maintenance and Repair at USDA ARS NCARL
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1216
NAICS
811310
This opportunity involves maintenance and repair services for a 600 kW Caterpillar Model C18 diesel generator at the USDA Agricultural Research Service's North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory in Brookings, SD. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory (NCARL) - OEM Highlight: - Caterpillar is the specified manufacturer of the generator - Products and Services Requested: - Replacement of wiring harness unit injector - Replacement of gasket/seal valve cover base - Replacement of air filter element - Replacement of crankcase breather filter - Replacement of coolant hose/lines heater - Reconditioning of fan bearing hub - Inlet/exhaust valve top adjustment service - Product/Service Details: - All parts and services are for the Caterpillar Model C18, 600 kW diesel generator - Each part/service is required in a quantity of 1 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must be completed within 30 days of contract award - Invoice submission is required within 5 business days after inspection - The procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 811310
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services 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 1232SA26Q1216 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the maintenance repair of a 600 kW Caterpillar Model C18 diesel generator.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310 The small business size standard is $12.5 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory (NCARL) in Brookings, SD requires the maintenance repair of a 600 kW Caterpillar Model C18 diesel generator. Identified maintenance and parts needing replaced are:
Air filer element replacement Crankcase breather filter replacement Coolan hose/lines heater replacement Wiring harness unit injector replacement Valve cover base replacement Perform inlet/exhaust valve top adjust Recondition fan bearing hub