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How to bid on EIC/ESR Quad Test Stand Power Supply for Department of Energy
What the agency is buying
The Department of Energy's Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is looking for sources to fabricate one DC power magnet supply. This unit is for the Electron Ion Collider (EIC) project and will be located at Brookhaven National Laboratory. This is a Request for Information (RFI) to gather budget estimates and lead times.
Vendors should care because this RFI is a precursor to a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) expected in 2026. Responding now can help you understand the project and position your firm for the future bidding opportunity.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 07, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. At the deadline, the agency will stop accepting submissions for this RFI.
This RFI is for information gathering only. No award will be made from this RFI. A formal RFP is anticipated in calendar year 2026, which will likely use a Lowest Price/Technically Acceptable (LPTA) selection method.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms that specialize in fabricating DC power magnet supplies or similar high-power electrical equipment. The work involves providing a specific type of supply for a national laboratory research project.
Firms with experience in providing supplies for scientific or research facilities, particularly those involving particle accelerators or colliders, would be well-suited to respond to this RFI and the future RFP.
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required. Once you have access, review the attached specifications to prepare your budget estimates and anticipated lead times for submission.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, provide accurate and realistic budget estimates and lead times. This information will help the agency with their planning and can reflect positively on your firm's understanding of the project.
Carefully read the attached specifications to ensure your estimates are based on a thorough understanding of the requirements. If you have questions, look for instructions on how to submit them, as agencies often provide a Q&A period for RFIs. For the future RFP, remember that a Lowest Price/Technically Acceptable selection means meeting all technical requirements at the lowest cost will be key.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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