Bid guide
How to bid on a generator purchase for Glacier National Park
What Glacier National Park is buying
Glacier National Park needs to purchase a new generator. Specifically, they are looking for a skid-mounted, indoor, prime-rated liquid propane engine-generator set. The purchase also includes one associated manual transfer switch. This equipment is intended for use at Goat Haunt.
This is an opportunity for businesses that supply industrial generators and related electrical components to work with the Department of the Interior.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is September 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. This due date was extended by Amendment 0001.
Vendors also had an opportunity to submit questions electronically by August 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time. Government responses to these questions will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in the supply and installation of industrial generators, particularly those with expertise in liquid propane engine-generator sets and manual transfer switches. The requirement is open to all bidders, as there is no set-aside designation.
Firms that can meet the specific technical specifications for a skid-mounted, indoor, prime-rated unit should consider responding.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and documents for this opportunity, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. Click the designated link to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all attached documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attached specifications to ensure your proposed generator and transfer switch meet every requirement, including the skid-mounted, indoor, and prime-rated criteria. Any deviations should be clearly addressed or avoided.
Ensure your proposal is submitted well before the September 15, 2026, 11:00 AM ET deadline. Electronic submissions can sometimes encounter technical issues, so plan to submit early. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and properly completed.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from National Park Service; the original posting controls.