Bid guide
How to bid on emergency power system repairs for the Army in Nashville, TN
What the Army is buying
The Department of the Army, specifically the Tennessee National Guard, is seeking electrical contractors to repair the emergency power system for Building 720 at Berry Field Air National Guard Base in Nashville, TN. This project involves retrofitting existing generators with paralleling equipment, installing a new generator docking station, and extending new and existing generator feeds. Contractors will need to connect these into the automatic transfer switch panels.
The work must follow the Statement of Work, construction plans, specifications, and applicable building codes. The contractor will also be responsible for providing temporary electrical power to Building 720 during any planned outages to ensure continuous operation of the 118th Wing’s missions. The contract duration is 120 calendar days after the notice to proceed, including inspection and punch list completion. This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses, with an estimated contract value between $250,000 and $500,000.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 16, 2026. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) is tentatively expected to be issued around July 24, 2026. A pre-bid conference and site visit are tentatively planned for August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time; the location will be provided in the solicitation. Questions for the pre-bid conference must be submitted by August 7, 2026, via email.
The bid opening date is tentatively planned for August 27, 2026. All actual dates and times will be confirmed in the official solicitation. It is important to monitor the official government webpage for any amendments or changes to these dates.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small business electrical contractors and other wiring installation contractors. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this project is 238210, with a small business size standard of $19,000,000. Firms with experience in generator retrofitting, electrical system installation, and ensuring operational continuity for critical facilities will be well-suited.
The project requires a contractor capable of managing all aspects of the repair, including providing labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision. The requirement for temporary power during outages means the contractor must have robust planning and execution capabilities.
How to respond
To access the solicitation and related information, you will need to visit the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov. You may need a free account to view documents, though for some bids, this is not required. The official plans and specifications will be available only from this government webpage.
Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at SAM.gov. Instructions for registration are available on the website, and there is no fee. It is your responsibility to periodically check the website for any amendments to the solicitation, as this will be the primary method of distributing updates.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work, construction plans, and specifications once the IFB is released. Ensure your bid addresses all technical requirements, including the specific retrofitting tasks, installation of the docking station, and extension of power feeds. Clearly demonstrate your understanding of tying new connections into automatic transfer switch panels.
Highlight your experience with similar projects involving emergency power systems and critical facility operations. Emphasize your plan for providing temporary electrical power to ensure 100% operational continuity during outages. Pay close attention to the limitations on subcontracting, as specified in FAR clause 52.219-14(e)(3) (DEVIATION 2021-O0008), which limits the percentage of work that can be paid to non-similarly situated subcontractors. Attending the pre-bid conference and site visit is highly recommended to gain a clear understanding of the project scope and ask any clarifying questions.
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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 DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.