The National Institute of Standards and Technology issued a purchase order to Gocrafts LLC for two uninterruptible power supply systems on September 22, 2026, with a ceiling value of $44,800.00 under a total small business set-aside. Gocrafts is a women-owned small business and self-certified small disadvantaged business based in Houston, Texas.
The UPS systems are for ultra-low temperature freezers at NIST's Gaithersburg, Maryland facility (Building 227, Rooms A140 and A312). Each system must deliver a minimum 12-hour runtime with automatic transfer in less than one second, include an internal transfer switch, digital LCD screen, audible low battery alarm, and require no ventilation. Systems carry a two-year warranty on parts and labor and a four-year pro-rated battery warranty. Delivery is F.O.B. destination within 90 days of award; installation must occur within 60 days during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The contractor must provide an operations and maintenance manual and training for up to five NIST personnel within ten days of installation covering operation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance. Ultimate completion is December 30, 2026.