Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1472
Preventive Maintenance Services for Caterpillar Main Switchgear at USDA National Poultry Research Center
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 18, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1472
NAICS
811310, 811219
This opportunity is for preventive maintenance services on a Caterpillar main switchgear at the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Southeast Area, National Poultry Research Center (USNPRC). - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Southeast Area (SEA), National Poultry Research Center - OEM Highlight: - Caterpillar is the sole OEM specified, with services required for a Caterpillar Model AA main switchgear (Serial No. 32269) - Services Requested: - Preventive maintenance for Caterpillar Model AA main switchgear - Includes repair of programming issues causing false alarms - Infrared scanning under load - Detailed reporting of services, test results, and recommendations - HMI functional tests and as-built documentation - Coordination to minimize power outages and disruption in an occupied facility - Compliance with USDA biosecurity and safety protocols - Adherence to federal standards and Buy American Act - Eligibility Requirements: - Only certified, factory-authorized maintenance providers for Caterpillar switchgear are eligible - Period of Performance: - 6 months total, with work to be completed within 90 days from notice to proceed - No Product Procurement: - No new equipment or products are being purchased; the requirement is solely for maintenance services
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 1232SA26Q1472 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for preventive maintenance services for the main switchgear, a Caterpillar Model AA, Serial No. 32269, located in USNPRC Building 2 in support of USDA-ARS-SEA.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310 The small business size standard is $12.5M. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
See Attachment 1232SA26Q1472 for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria, Attachment 1 – Statement of Work and Attachment 2 – Wage Determination.