Sources Sought- Peterbilt Semi Tractor Retrofit
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 Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) Desert Southwest (DSW) Region, under the Department of Energy, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement for a Peterbilt Semi Tractor Retrofit. This effort aims to identify qualified vendors capable of providing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts and services to upgrade a pintle hitch. Responses are due by May 08, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is to replace a 30,000 lb pintle hitch with a robust 45,000 lb pintle hitch on a Peterbilt semi-tractor. Vendors must be able to provide OEM replacement parts and services that align exactly with the original manufacturer's design.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, but requests business size for NAICS codes 333111, 333248, 811111 for small business consideration)
- Response Due: May 08, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: April 30, 2026
- Place of Performance: Phoenix, AZ 85009, United States
Evaluation
This is a market research effort to make appropriate acquisition decisions and gain knowledge of potential qualified vendors. Responses will help determine industry capability and potential small business participation. This announcement is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.
Additional Notes
Interested vendors should advise on their business size and provide point of contact information. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov. Information is to be submitted electronically to reyeswiltz@wapa.gov with the subject line "SOURCES SOUGHT-26WA158230". The Government will not pay for or reimburse any costs associated with responding to this request.