MEARNG F550 Emergency Light Installation
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- W912JD26QA025
- Agency
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Maine National Guard
Army National Guard, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 811111 General Automotive Repair
- PSC
- J023 Maint/Repair/Rebuild Of Equipment- Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, And Cycles
- Place of performance
- Augusta, Maine 04330, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Maine Army National Guard seeks professional installation of emergency response vehicle lighting and battery charging systems onto a government-owned Ford F-550 Vehicle Mounted Radiation Detection System (VMRDS), with proposals due September 16. The procurement is a total small business set-aside designated for women-owned small businesses (WOSB).
Place of performance is at 1 Armory Road, Waterville, Maine 04901, though the contractor may transport the vehicle to a facility within Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts. Work must be completed between October 5–8, 2026, Monday through Friday during normal business hours. The NAICS code is 811111 (General Automotive Repair) and PSC is J023.
The contractor must install government-furnished Whelen lighting components (one Inner Edge assembly, one Core and Controller unit, two slim lights for front grill, eight body lights, two trio lights, two additional slim lights for front fenders), integrate all components with the central controller with routed and secured wiring, install one Kussmaul battery tender with auto-eject shore power connection, conduct full functional testing in the presence of a government representative, and repair any installation-related vehicle damage. The contractor provides all personnel, tools, and materials excluding specified government-furnished equipment. Demonstrated automotive electrical and upfitting experience is acceptable; manufacturer certification is not required. Indoor shop space will be provided at the government facility if needed. The government handles all vehicle transportation.
Quoters must submit four sealed volumes: a two-page cover letter, ten-page technical proposal with a Technical Compliance Matrix addressing all Performance Work Statement requirements and lead technician qualifications, three-page past performance information, and a completed Standard Form 1449 price proposal. Evaluation uses Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures, with past performance assessed on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Amendment 0003 was issued September 14, 2026, addressing 24 questions regarding equipment specifications and logistical procedures; Amendments 0001 and 0002 were issued September 2 and September 8, respectively. The contract is firm fixed-price. Reference prevailing wage rates for automotive electricians ($22.53/hour) and automotive workers ($21.49/hour) apply under Wage Determination 2015-4009, Revision 34.
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
Amendment 0003 - Issued 9-14-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
Amendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
Amendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
The Maine Army National Guard (MEARNG) requires the professional installation of a complete, government-furnished, emergency response vehicle police-style flashing light system and a battery charging system onto a Government-owned Ford F-550 Vehicle Mounted Radiation Detection System (VMRDS). The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, tools, materials (excluding specified government-furnished equipment), and expertise to complete the installation.
Scope of Work:
The contractor is required to perform the following installations and integrations on the Ford F-550 vehicle:
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Equipment Installation: Install all Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) at specified locations. This includes a Whelen Inner Edge light assembly, a Whelen Core and Controller unit, and various Whelen body, slim, and trio lights.
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System Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
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Power System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
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Functional Testing: Conduct a full functional test of the integrated lighting system and the power system in the presence of a Government representative to demonstrate proper functionality.
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Vehicle Restoration: Upon completion, repair any damage to the vehicle resulting from installation activities and ensure all work areas are cleaned of debris, materials, and tools.
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
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One (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
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One (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
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Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
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Eight (8) Whelen body lights
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Two (2) Whelen trio lights
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Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
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One (1) Kussmaul battery tender
Contractor Requirements:
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Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
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Ensure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
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The place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
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The period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
Period of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
Questions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
Submission Instructions:
All quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Thomas J. Ryan, at thomas.j.ryan36.civ@army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Darlene Howes, at darlene.r.howes.civ@army.mil. Quotes must include a completed SF 1449 and a separate Technical Proposal responding to the evaluation criteria outlined in the FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 Addenda.
Update #2 ·
Amendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
Amendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
The Maine Army National Guard (MEARNG) requires the professional installation of a complete, government-furnished, emergency response vehicle police-style flashing light system and a battery charging system onto a Government-owned Ford F-550 Vehicle Mounted Radiation Detection System (VMRDS). The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, tools, materials (excluding specified government-furnished equipment), and expertise to complete the installation.
Scope of Work:
The contractor is required to perform the following installations and integrations on the Ford F-550 vehicle:
-
Equipment Installation: Install all Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) at specified locations. This includes a Whelen Inner Edge light assembly, a Whelen Core and Controller unit, and various Whelen body, slim, and trio lights.
-
System Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
-
Power System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
-
Functional Testing: Conduct a full functional test of the integrated lighting system and the power system in the presence of a Government representative to demonstrate proper functionality.
-
Vehicle Restoration: Upon completion, repair any damage to the vehicle resulting from installation activities and ensure all work areas are cleaned of debris, materials, and tools.
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
-
One (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
-
One (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
-
Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
-
Eight (8) Whelen body lights
-
Two (2) Whelen trio lights
-
Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
-
One (1) Kussmaul battery tender
Contractor Requirements:
-
Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
-
Ensure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
-
The place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
-
The period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
Period of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
Questions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
Submission Instructions:
All quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Thomas J. Ryan, at thomas.j.ryan36.civ@army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Darlene Howes, at darlene.r.howes.civ@army.mil. Quotes must include a completed SF 1449 and a separate Technical Proposal responding to the evaluation criteria outlined in the FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 Addenda.
Update #1 ·
The Maine Army National Guard (MEARNG) requires the professional installation of a complete, government-furnished, emergency response vehicle police-style flashing light system and a battery charging system onto a Government-owned Ford F-550 Vehicle Mounted Radiation Detection System (VMRDS). The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, tools, materials (excluding specified government-furnished equipment), and expertise to complete the installation.
Scope of Work:
The contractor is required to perform the following installations and integrations on the Ford F-550 vehicle:
-
Equipment Installation: Install all Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) at specified locations. This includes a Whelen Inner Edge light assembly, a Whelen Core and Controller unit, and various Whelen body, slim, and trio lights.
-
System Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
-
Power System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
-
Functional Testing: Conduct a full functional test of the integrated lighting system and the power system in the presence of a Government representative to demonstrate proper functionality.
-
Vehicle Restoration: Upon completion, repair any damage to the vehicle resulting from installation activities and ensure all work areas are cleaned of debris, materials, and tools.
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
-
One (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
-
One (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
-
Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
-
Eight (8) Whelen body lights
-
Two (2) Whelen trio lights
-
Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
-
One (1) Kussmaul battery tender
Contractor Requirements:
-
Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
-
Ensure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
-
The place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
-
The period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
Period of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
Questions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
Submission Instructions:
All quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Thomas J. Ryan, at thomas.j.ryan36.civ@army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Darlene Howes, at darlene.r.howes.civ@army.mil. Quotes must include a completed SF 1449 and a separate Technical Proposal responding to the evaluation criteria outlined in the FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 Addenda.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitation Amendment W912JD26QA0250003 SF 30.pdf | ||
| VMRDS 1.png | PNG image | |
| Solicitation Amendment W912JD26QA0250002 SF 30.pdf | ||
| Solicitation Amendment W912JD26QA0250001 SF 30.pdf | ||
| MEARNG CST F550 Emergency Light Installation - PWS.docx | DOCX document | |
| Solicitation - W912JD26QA025.pdf | ||
| WD 2015-4009 - REV 34 - 25JUN2026.txt | TXT text file |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| MEARNG F550 Emergency Light Installation | Award Notice | |
| MEARNG Camp Chamberlain Cell Repeater | Award Notice | |
| 185th Catered Meal Services - Jericho VT. | Award Notice | |
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