How to bid on replacing Substation Alpha Relays for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to replace two feeder protection relays at Substation Alpha, Building 11912, located on Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The government will provide two new GE 850 relays. The contractor's responsibilities include installing, wiring, programming, testing, and commissioning these relays according to NEC and NETA standards.

This work involves programming the new relays to match the settings of the previously installed GE 760 relays, using settings provided by the Electrical shop. Testing must include operation without load and full-base-load commissioning, with government witnesses present. The contractor will need to coordinate with the Electrical shop for energizing primary voltage and for any power outages required for acceptance tests.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. All proposals must be received by this exact time. Late submissions are generally not accepted, so plan to submit your bid well in advance of the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in electrical substation work, specifically in installing, wiring, programming, and testing feeder protection relays. Vendors should have experience with GE relay systems and be familiar with NEC and NETA standards. This falls under the equipment category, focusing on specialized electrical equipment installation and commissioning.

How to respond

To access the full details and attachments for this solicitation, you will need to click the “View original source” link. 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 the documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar relay replacement and commissioning projects, especially those involving GE relays and adherence to NEC/NETA standards. Detail your proposed methodology for installation, wiring, programming, and testing, showing how you will meet all specified requirements.

Highlight your ability to coordinate effectively with agency personnel, such as the Electrical shop, for critical steps like power outages and witnessing. Ensure your proposal addresses all aspects of the scope of work, including the full-base-load commissioning with government witnesses. Provide a clear and concise proposal that directly answers all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.