Industry Day - RQ Building 65 Unit Substation Updates

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Research Laboratory (Air Force Research Laboratory) has issued a Special Notice for an Industry Day event related to RQ Building 65 Unit Substation Updates at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Scheduled for February 10, 2025, from 0930-1100 EST, the event will be held physically at Building 65, Area B, located at 2790 D Street in WPAFB, Ohio. The notice specifically covers electrical infrastructure upgrades for the Structural Validation Branch (AFRL/RQVV), focusing on comprehensive substation and electrical equipment modifications. Interested parties are required to RSVP by February 5, 2025, directly to Michael.Slanker@us.af.mil. There will be no virtual attendance option for this industry day event.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to gather industry professionals for a detailed discussion about upcoming electrical infrastructure upgrades at Building 65, which involves replacing and repairing unit substations and associated electrical equipment. Contractors interested in participating must request base passes by February 5, 2025, through the same contact email. The project encompasses an 18-month period of performance and involves complex electrical system updates, including replacing fan controllers, breakers, switchboards, and panels while adhering to strict compliance standards such as NEC NFPA 70, NEMA 250, ANSI/NETA, NFPA 70E, OSHA regulations, and Air Force safety instructions. The upgrades are designed to minimize mission impact through a phased approach, with specific technical requirements including installation of new Square D breakers, panel replacements, transformer relocations, and comprehensive electrical testing. While the notice indicates no specific set-aside for contractor eligibility, interested firms should carefully review the attached Statement of Work for detailed technical specifications and performance expectations.