Y--Glendo-Lusk Rural Tap 115kV Transmission Line Upgrade and Quinn Creek Substation
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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), Rocky Mountain Region (RMR) has issued a Presolicitation for the Glendo-Lusk Rural Tap 115kV Transmission Line Upgrade and Quinn Creek Substation project in Platte and Niobrara counties, Wyoming. This project aims to enhance reliable and cost-efficient electric power by upgrading existing infrastructure and constructing a new substation. This will be a 100% Small Business Set-Aside via a Sealed Bidding Solicitation (FAR Part 14). The solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about June 1, 2026, with responses due by July 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves upgrading 35 miles of the existing Lusk Rural Tap-Glendo (LRT-GLD) 69-kV transmission line to a 115-kV transmission line. Key components include:
- Replacing the LRT-GLD line with a new 115-kV wood pole H-frame transmission line.
- Constructing a new Quinn Creek Substation (QCK) on approximately 5 acres of open rangeland, which will include a 69-kV delivery point.
- The upgrade will be sectionalized into a 25.4-mile section (Casper (Pace)-Quinn Creek) and a 9.4-mile section (Quinn Creek-Lusk Rural Tap), with the latter initially operated at 69-kV.
- Work will occur on existing rights-of-way, widened by 20 to 25 feet for higher voltage clearance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sealed Bidding Solicitation (FAR Part 14)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- NAICS Code: 237130 (Size Standard: $45.0M)
- Estimated Magnitude: Greater than $10M
- Period of Performance: 800 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, or by December 2028.
- Solicitation Release: On or about June 1, 2026
- Response Due: July 3, 2026
- Published: April 28, 2026
Additional Notes
All responses to the Invitation For Bid (IFB) must be submitted via FedConnect ONLY; email proposals will not be accepted. The Buy American Act applies, and bidders must identify any non-domestic materials proposed, referring to FAR Clause 52.225-9 and FAR Provision 52.225-10.