DC Battery Charge Replacement

The Bureau of Reclamation has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for eight DC battery chargers to be installed at the Grand Coulee Switchyards, specifically targeting small businesses. The solicitation seeks four 100A chargers for 115kV and 500kV switchyards, two 75A chargers for the 230kV switchyard, and two 50A chargers for the 500kV switchyard. Acceptable manufacturers include ATevo and LaMarche or equivalent products that meet stringent technical specifications, including 480V AC input, 125V DC output, microprocessor control technology, and natural convection cooling. The solicitation (140R1725Q0024) was released on December 9, 2024, with quotes due by December 20, 2024, at 1700 EST. Evaluation will likely focus on compliance with technical requirements, manufacturing origin, and adherence to specified performance standards.

This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 335312, with a size standard of 1,250 employees, and requires all chargers to be manufactured in the United States. The contract mandates delivery of the battery chargers by May 1, 2025, to the Grand Coulee, Washington location. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement involves specialized electrical equipment with precise technical requirements. The solicitation requires manufacturers to provide their standard warranty and meet specific technical criteria, including NEMA-1 enclosure and various protection and monitoring features. The requirement for US manufacturing and specific technical specifications suggests a focused procurement aimed at supporting domestic electrical infrastructure maintenance and upgrades for critical switchyard operations.