Y--Weld Substation Stage 05
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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), under the Department of Energy, is issuing a Presolicitation for the Weld Substation Stage 05 Construction Project. This project aims to enhance WAPA's electrical power reliability by replacing the end-of-life KV1A transformer and station service. This will be a Sealed Bidding Solicitation (FAR Part 14), with responses accepted only via FedConnect. The estimated magnitude of construction is Between $1M and $5M. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on or about June 9, 2026, with responses due by July 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive construction services at the Weld Substation in Greeley, CO. Key components include:
- Removal and installation of a 230/115-13.8-KV, 150MVA, transformer KV1A.
- Removal and installation of associated 230/115KV take-off structure and KV1A tertiary station service feed.
- Installation of a new station service and removal of the existing one.
- Installation of new KV2A tertiary station service feed.
- Associated foundations, structures, and electrical equipment.
- Removal of control building single-phase AC panels and installation of 3-phase AC panels.
- Site development for Weld Substation, Stage 05.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sealed Bidding Solicitation (FAR Part 14)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS: 237130 (Electrical Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Construction)
- Size Standard: $45.0 Million
- Estimated Value: Between $1M and $5M
- Period of Performance: 700 calendar days after Notice to Proceed
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about June 9, 2026
- Response Due: July 15, 2026 (20:00:00Z)
- Published Date: May 20, 2026
Important Notes
- All responses must be submitted via FedConnect ONLY; email proposals will not be accepted.
- The Buy American Act applies. Bidders must refer to FAR Clause 52.225-9 (Section I) and FAR Provision 52.225-10 (Section L) and identify any non-domestic materials in their bid.
- The new KV1A transformer was ordered in 2023 and is expected for delivery in 2027.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: John W. Pratt
- Email: jpratt@wapa.gov
- Phone: 720-962-7166