Next Generation BEAR Power Generator.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Next Generation BEAR Power Generator

CAUTION:

The Government is conducting market research to identify sources for a Next Generation Containerized 500kW Generator solution for use in beddown of Forces in austere locations. The Government seeks to determine if there is presently a solution in the market, if a solution is already being developed, and also the trade-offs to consider when specifying its requirements for a solution. The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined.

The Government does not own or have access to the data for a potential Containerized 500kW Generator solution that would enable power generation in austere or expeditionary environments.

The Government has not determined if there is already a solution that is a commercial item. It is unknown if commercial item descriptions, commercial vendor catalogs, price lists, or commercial manuals assigned a technical manual number apply.

The purpose of this request for information is to identify if there are any products either existing, or in development to fulfill this capability. Responses in the form of papers or presentations detailing a concept or models are welcome in response to this request for information.

Information is being gathered to inform Air Force Life Cycle Management Center of any potential solutions, and also the achievability of the objectives outlined in Attachment 1. There may be additional application for wider adoption by the Air Force if the concept is determined to be achievable.

Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. Respondents to this survey will be considered for any future industry days and informed of any requirements development.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contain a Contractor Capability Survey, a description of the objectives for a Next Generation Containerized 500kW Generator solution. The Survey allows Contractors to provide information on their company’s capability. The objectives provide details on the solution desired. The matrix of trade-off permits Industry to inform the Government of challenges to meet the objectives, and also an opportunity to communicate ideas for making the solution better.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements and any papers, presentations, models or other information to communicate the feasibility of providing a solution. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities.

3. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:

a. No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability.

Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question. If your company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirement, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subcontracting arrangement do you have in place to fulfill the government needs? Providing evidence of this arrangement, e.g. emails, letter, etc. that demonstrates a united response to this RFI is highly encouraged, but not required. The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill. If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work that your organization has capability of fulfilling.

b. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

4. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

5. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the PCO.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company/Institute Name:

• Address:

• Point of Contact:

• CAGE Code:

• Phone Number:

• E-mail Address:

• Web Page URL:

• Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code:336413

Based on the Government proposed NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

• 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

• HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

• Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

• System for Award Management (SAM) (Yes / No)

• A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business December 9th 2024. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable. Responses must be sent via email to the following:

• Melissa Ethridge, melissa.ethridge@us.af.mil

• Darrell Harper, darrell.harper.3@us.af.mil

• Sherry Mathews, sherry.matthews.1@us.af.mil

Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to the PCO.

mailto:melissa.ethridge@us.af.mil

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. What is your company’s current maximum capacity per month for this particular type of requirement? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase capacity in the event of an immediate need do to critical operational mission requirements.

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Is there established catalog or market prices for our requirement?

2. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

3. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

4. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.

C. Manufacturing Questions

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in manufacturing with regard to the requirements of this effort.

2. Describe your capabilities and experience in developing/modifying manufacturing procedures.

Include associated upgrade of technical orders and preparation of new technical orders.

3. Demonstrate your ability and experience in the manufacture of the same or similar components, which are currently utilized in the commercial or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

a) Contract Number

b) Procuring Agency

c) Contract Value

d) Number of assets shipped

4. Describe your capabilities and experience in test, evaluation, and repair processes/procedures with regard to manufacturing items.

5. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.

ATTACHMENT 1 OBJECTIVE AND THRESHOLDS

Objective: Enable a Next Generation Containerized 500kW Generator solution power generation in austere enviornments. The solution would enable the rapid beddown of Forces, and or support National Disasters and or Joint operations with Host Nations.

Thresholds:

• Shall be incorporated into an ISO 20’ container.

o ISO container shall have opening on both sides.

o Any container modifications to incorporate radiator /louvers, doors, output ports, etc, will be designed to maintain the ISO certification of the container.

o Dimensions shall not exceed the measurements of an ISO 20’ container.

• Total Weight wet shall not exceed 25,000lbs.

• Generator shall be capable of delivering 120/208 VAC, 3p, 60 Hz, continuous power output of 500 KW at 0.75 power factor and shall also be able to deliver 240/400 VAC, 3p, 50 Hz loads.

• Capable of providing continuous power output of 500 KW, 60 Hz with a 0.75 lagging power factor for continuous operation as defined by ISO 8528-1:1993.

• Ability to expand load sharing, paralleling, and synchronization up to 12 units as well as the ability to synchronize with utility.

• Generator electrical output connections shall use cam-lock style connectors to interface with distribution equipment.

o Cables shall be rated for 400-amps and use multiple runs per phase to meet the required amperage of generator maximum output amperage IAW with NEC.

o Cables shall be no less than 50ft in length.

o The generator container shall provide access panels to permit electrical output connections to connect to external sources to negate routing connections through open doors

• Unit will be Multi-Fuel capable with JP-8 as primary. (JP-5, DF-1, DF-2, DF-A, JET A, and A-1 as secondary).

• Compliance with current EPA Standards and Diesel Engine Performance Requirements Document (DEPRD).

• Generator shall have onboard day tank sized for at least two-hour run based on the generator’s full rated load with spill containment and leak detection.

• The day tank shall include auxiliary pump to draw fuel from a BEAR 10,000-gallon fuel bladder located 300 feet from the generator.

• Oil and coolant levels shall be able to be checked while the unit is running and when stopped.

• Operational Temperature Ranges should be -25o F to +122o F without de-rating and -45 to

130F with applicable de-rating per manufacturer’s design.

• Operate at sea level to 4,000 ft without de-rating.

• Solution can be certified for air transportability.

ATTACHMENT 2 MATRIX OF TRADE-OFFS

Trade-Offs: Comments about trade-offs to consider for the Government’s requirement are welcome. The thresholds cited in Attachment 1 are for the ideal solution. It is understood Industry may have insight into the achievability of these objectives. If any of the objectives are a barrier to providing a solution, identify the objective that cannot be met and what is reasonable to be achieved along with the trade-off. Also feel free to identify new or novel concepts that may improve opon the Government’s objective. The format of how this information is presented is not important.