Residential Generator Managing System (RGMS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for a Residential Generator Managing System (RGMS). This initiative seeks qualified small businesses to procure and internationally ship residential standby generators and associated equipment for U.S. Government properties overseas. Responses are due by April 06, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement focuses strictly on the procurement and international shipment of residential standby generators and related components. Key activities include:
- Procuring residential standby generators (various types, 50Hz/60Hz, diesel-fueled, liquid-cooled systems) meeting Government technical specifications.
- Procuring compatible Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and ancillary components (e.g., enclosures, cold weather kits, battery chargers, control panels).
- Preparing equipment for export and international shipment.
- Coordinating freight forwarding services and providing necessary export/commercial shipping documentation.
- Delivering equipment to designated domestic or overseas U.S. Government locations. Installation, commissioning, inspection, and testing services are explicitly excluded from this anticipated requirement. All equipment must be new, commercially available, and covered by manufacturer warranty.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (anticipates one or more Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Task Orders).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The Government will use responses to confirm the appropriate acquisition strategy.
- NAICS Code: 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.
- Response Due: April 06, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
- Published: March 19, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Interested small business concerns should submit electronic responses, not exceeding ten (10) pages, to PetersonRK@state.gov with the subject line "Generator residential program." Responses must include:
- Company name and point of contact.
- UEI and SAM registration confirmation.
- Small business certification.
- Relevant experience and past performance (last five years).
- Logistics and export compliance capabilities. Responses will help the Government determine industry capabilities and the appropriate acquisition strategy. Costs incurred for response preparation will not be reimbursed.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Blondell Taylor (taylorbk2@state.gov)
- Secondary Contact (for submissions): Ryan Peterson (PetersonRK@state.gov)