Capacitors for the National Reconditioning Center in Grandview, MO

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), through the Eastern Acquisition Division, is seeking fixed PAP capacitors for the National Reconditioning Center in Grandview, Missouri. The procurement requires 59 total capacitors with specific technical specifications including 50 mF ±10.0% capacitance, 600V peak voltage, and 60 AMP RMS maximum current, designed for polypropylene/paper dielectric construction with hermetically sealed cases. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a unique entity identifier, provide a one-year warranty, and confirm domestic manufacturing capabilities as preference will be given to U.S.-made products under the Buy American Act. The government will evaluate quotes based on best value determination considering both price and past performance in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(B)(3). Key submission requirements include past performance references, organizational conflict of interest statements, and contractor representations and certifications, with quotes due via email to abigail.green@noaa.gov by September 12, 2025.

This solicitation indicates no set-aside designation despite some conflicting information in the documentation, and the approved manufacturers for the capacitors include Cornell Dubilier Electronics (CDE) with part number SCRN232R-F and GE Grid Solutions, LLC with part number A97F8676SC. The procurement specifies delivery of two first article test units within six months, followed by the remaining 57 supply units to the National Reconditioning Center where first article testing will be conducted. The capacitors are classified under NAICS code 334416 for Capacitor, Resistor, Coil, Transformer, and Other Inductor Manufacturing and PSC code 5910 for Capacitors. Performance will occur at the National Reconditioning Center in Grandview, Missouri 64030, with the capacitors ultimately supporting the WSR-88D Radar Operations Center. The solicitation does not specify contract values or budget ranges, maintaining the competitive nature of the procurement process.