Purchase of Elgin Power Solutions 5kV Switchgear
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center (NSSC) has a requirement for the Purchase of Elgin Power Solutions 5kV Switchgear for the NASA Langley Research Center. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to Elgin Power Solutions, citing them as the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities to perform this effort for consideration of a competitive procurement. Responses are due June 2, 2027, by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the purchase and replacement of existing 5kV Metal Switchgear at Building 1247 at NASA Langley Research Center. The scope includes:
- Providing one (1) 5kV Metal Switchgear unit, approximately 90"H x 144"W x 98"D, fabricated from 11-gauge steel and painted ANSI 70 light gray.
- Key components include two (2) mechanical switches (5kV, 4000 amps, 100kAIC), twelve (12) current transformers (4000:5), four (4) voltage transformers (2400:120), viewing windows, Kirk-Key Interlock, and various other electrical and structural elements.
- An optional price adder for a maintenance kit, including one (1) mechanical switch and associated door hardware, is also specified.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Intended Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 335311 (Miscellaneous Special Industry Machinery)
- Set-Aside: None
- Place of Performance: NASA Langley Research Center (LARC)
- Delivery Required By: February 24, 2027
- Capabilities Response Due: June 2, 2027, 3:00 p.m. CST
- Published: May 28, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes regarding an intended sole source award. Organizations believing they can provide the required 5kV Switchgear may submit written capabilities and qualifications. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. A decision by the Government not to compete this effort is at its sole discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable. The NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable.
Point of Contact
- Primary: Kacey Hickman, Procurement Specialist
- Email: kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov