SAM #89503427QWA001337

WAPA seeks capability statements for a proposed sole-source GasQuip FLEX Modular SF₆ Analyzer

WAPA is seeking capability statements for a proposed sole-source purchase of a modular analyzer for testing sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆) and related insulating gas mixtures. - Agency and office: Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), Upper Great Plains (UGP), South Dakota Maintenance Office. - Proposed procurement: GasQuip FLEX Modular SF₆ Analyzer, identified as a sole-source purchase from GasQuip. - Key requirements: Supports testing SF₆ and emerging eco-efficient dielectric gas mixtures, including N₂/SF₆ blends; uses pre-calibrated sensors that can be swapped in the field in under 60 seconds without taking the main unit out of service; has a multi-bay chassis that can accept future eco-gas modules; and actively evacuates hoses between test points to remove moisture and decomposition byproducts, reducing cross-contamination and false hazard alerts without wasting insulating gas. - Quantity and part number: Not specified. - Response requested: Capability statements with documentation showing the ability to meet the requirements. This is not a request for competitive quotes; WAPA may decide whether to compete the requirement based on responses.

Description

Issued on November 10, 2026The Western Area Power Administration, Upper Great Plains (UGP), intends to acquire, on a sole-source basis, a GasQuip Flex Modular SF6 Analyzer for the South Dakota Maintenance Office to support its missions. The resulting procurement will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12. WAPA requires continuous, uninterrupted testing of high-voltage sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆) and emerging eco-efficient dielectric gas mixtures (such as N₂/SF₆ blends) to safeguard grid reliability and regulatory compliance; market research indicates only the GasQuip FLEX satisfies all mission requirements. Unlike conventional analyzers with fixed sensor manifolds that require a full-chassis return to the OEM for mandatory annual calibration—creating 2- to 3-month operational testing blind spots or redundant backup acquisitions—the GasQuip FLEX uses proprietary, pre-calibrated modular sensors that can be field-swapped in under 60 seconds without taking the primary diagnostic unit out of service. Additionally, its modular multi-bay chassis accommodates future eco-gas modules within existing hardware to eliminate future capital obsolescence costs, while its integrated active hose evacuation function completely removes toxic decomposition byproducts (e.g., SO₂) and ambient moisture between test points to eliminate cross-contamination and prevent false hazard alerts without wasting insulating gas.THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. Capability statements must be received within three calendar days of this notice and should include documentation demonstrating the ability to meet the Government’s requirements. The Government reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether to compete this requirement based on the responses received.Questions concerning this notice may be directed to the Contract Officer, Irma Suryaty, at suryaty@wapa.gov.Additional Links:Click here to see more information about this opportunity on FedConnect

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