Aviation Power Converters

Project ID: W912LD26Q0005 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought
Overview
AgencyRhode Island National Guard
Deadline03/05/26
Posted02/19/26
Estimated Value$70,000 - $120,000 (AI estimate)
Set AsideNone
NAICS335311 - Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing
PSC6150 - Miscellaneous Electric Power And Distribution Equipment
LocationEast Greenwich, RI 02818 United States
Description
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Summary

DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE, OFFER, OR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. RESPONSES WILL NOT BE RETURNED TO THE RESPONDER. NOT RESPONDING TO THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PRECLUDE PARTICIPATION IN ANY FUTURE REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) OR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP), IF ISSUED. IF A SOLICITATION IS RELEASED, IT WILL BE SYNOPSIZED ON THE GOVERNMENT-WIDE POINT OF ENTRY (GPE). IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF POTENTIAL OFFERORS TO MONITOR THE GPE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THIS REQUIREMENT. This Sources Sought Notice is being issued in accordance with FAR Part 10, Market Research, to provide information for planning purposes only. This Notice shall not be construed as either a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. DESCRIPTION: The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) has a requirement for two (2) power converters in accordance with the attached specifications (Attachment 1). PSC: 6150 - Miscellaneous Electric Power and Distribution Equipment NAICS: 335311 - Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing If your company has the potential capability to privude this requirement through GSA, open market, or both, please submit a capability statement with the following information:

Company Information

Your company's name, address, point of contact with email address and telephone number, Federal Cage Code, Unique Entity Identification (UEI) and business size. Your company must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) to receive an award. To register, go to https://www.sam.gov.

Question 1

Are you able to supply this item to the Government IAW Attachment 1?

Question 2

If you answered yes to Question 1, please provide a description and/or specifications of the product being offered that meets the characteristics.

Question 3

Please state if you are a certified Small Business (8a, WOSB, HUBZone, or SDVOSB) or a Large Business. Applicable NAICS code 335311 - Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing; Size Standard: 800 employees. All qualified business concerns are encouraged to respond. Questiosn regarding the requirement are also encouraged. The deadline for response to this notice is no later than 1700 EST, 05 March 2026. All responses and questions under this Sources Sought Notice must be emailed to ryan.s.lawton.civ@army.mil. No phone calls will be accepted.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) has a requirement for two power converters to support their operations. This Sources Sought Notice is issued for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. The agency aims to gather information regarding potential suppliers who can meet this requirement, which is aligned with their mission to maintain operational readiness. Work Details The contract requires two Aviation Mobile Power Converters (Power Carts) designed for aircraft ground power applications in hangars or on ramps. The specifications for the power converters include: - Input: 208 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz; maximum full load input current of 114 A - Input cable: 50 feet, single jacket 3-conductor with ground, pigtailed and plug ready, equipped with a 3 Phase Hubble Connector - Input surge protection compliant with IEEE C62.41, Category B - AC input 'ON/OFF' connect/disconnect current sensing device - Automatic Input Line Monitoring - Output power ratings: 115 V L-N / 200V L-L, 3 phase, 400 Hz, 130 amps - AC output cable: 30 feet, banded multiple conductor with aircraft plug and safety interlock Molded Blackhawk Connector - AC output 'ON/OFF' connect/disconnect current sensing device and aircraft safety interlock - Designed for Indoor/Outdoor (Hangar/Ramp) Use (Rolling) with solid core casters - Event Log / Diagnostics capability - Built-in maintenance diagnostic system (BITE) - Internal Communication Ports - USB and External Communication Port USB - Emergency Power Shut-off feature - 18-Inch Hazard Area Clearance - Voltage, Current, & Frequency Monitoring capabilities - Additional features include Elapsed Time Meter, Sleep Mode, Voltage Adjust functionality, Summary Fault Indicators, Input & Output Cable Racks, and an Operator and Maintenance Manual.

Contacts
Contact nameRyan Lawton
Contact emailryan.s.lawton.civ@army.mil
Contact phone(401) 275-4244
Secondary contact nameShane Murray
Secondary contact emailshane.c.murray2.civ@army.mil
Secondary contact phone(401) 275-4282
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