What this opportunity is
The US Forest Service and Federal Aviation Administration are seeking a generator maintenance and emergency repair service provider under a Sources Sought notice. This opportunity is open to all businesses, with no set-aside preference. The government is buying routine preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and emergency repair services for generators at USFS facilities nationwide, including inspection, testing, and documentation of maintenance activities. Contractors will need to track the notice to prepare for a potential solicitation, as the government is currently gathering market information.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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Statement of Work (SOW)
Generator Maintenance & Emergency Repair Service for
the United States Forest Service (USFS)
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
1.0 Background
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) provides technical and operational support to
the United States Forest Service (USFS) facilities. To continue to support the reliability
of these facilities, the FAA is coordinating generator maintenance and repair services on
the behalf of the USFS. These generators provide backup power to communications
equipment and other mission-essential systems that support public safety, wildfire
management, emergency response, and agency operations. Routine preventative
maintenance, corrective maintenance, and emergency repair services are necessary to
ensure generators remain operational and capable of providing reliable standby power
during utility outages and other emergency situations.
2.0 Purpose
The purpose of this effort is to provide preventative maintenance, inspection, testing,
emergency repair, and other related support services for the generators located at USFS
facilities throughout the United States.
3.0 Scope of Work
Preventive Maintenance (PM):
Contractor will be required to perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) services for all
covered generators. Contractor must supply all transportation, labor, tools, equipment,
and materials required to perform PM services. Contractor will be required to document
all maintenance activities, generator run time hours, findings, and test results in a digital
written service report submitted to the FAA following each service visit. Any PM service
requiring major equipment replacement or work beyond the authorized scope will need
approval from the Contracting Office Representative (COR) prior to start of PM actions
or repairs. Contractor will be required to remove and dispose of contractor’s waste,
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debris, and any unnecessary parts/supplies/materials at the completion of work, per
state and federal (including Environmental Protection Agency) regulations. PM services
must be planned, scheduled in advance and coordinated with the contractor and the
FAA. PM actions/services may include but are not limited to:
• Inspect engine for leaks, wear, and proper operation
• Check engine oil level and condition
• Inspect and service oil filters as required
• Inspect fuel system and check for leaks
• Verify fuel levels and quality
• Inspect cooling system and coolant levels
• Testing coolant condition and freeze protection
• Inspect exhaust systems
• Replacement of batteries, clean and tighten battery connections
• Verify proper operation of starting system
• Inspect electrical wiring, grounding, and connections
• Test control system (panels, alarms, safety shutdowns)
• Inspect and test Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
• Review controller diagnostics and fault history
• Record operating hours and performance data
• Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions
• Maintaining Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certification/training
• Maintenance of advanced oil management system
• Maintenance of additional equipment installed on the generator
Corrective Maintenance (CM):
Contractor will be required to perform Corrective Maintenance (CM) services for all
covered generators. Contractor must supply all transportation, labor, tools, equipment,
and materials required to perform CM services. Contractor will be required to document
all deficiencies, repairs performed, and recommendations for additional work. Any CM
service requiring major equipment replacement or work beyond the authorized scope will
need approval from Contracting Office Representative (COR) prior to start of CM actions
or repairs. Contractor will be required to remove and dispose of contractor’s waste,
debris, and any unnecessary parts/supplies/materials at the completion of work, per
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state and federal (including Environmental Protection Agency) regulations. CM services
must be planned, scheduled in advance and coordinated with the contractor and the
FAA. CM actions/services may include but are not limited to:
• Diagnostic troubleshooting
• Mechanical/Electrical repairs
• Control system repairs
• Fuel system repairs
• Cooling system repairs
• Starting system repairs
• Transfer system repairs
• Replacement of failed components
• Maintaining Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certification/training
• Maintenance of advanced oil management system
• Maintenance of additional equipment installed on the generator
Emergency/Urgent Repairs:
The contractor will be required to provide emergency repair services for all covered
generators throughout the agreement period. The contractor shall respond to emergency
service requests within twenty-four (24) hours of notification and approval by the FAA.
The contractor is to notify the FAA for approval of any deficiencies that may require
replacement or additional corrective actions outside the scope of performing routine
maintenance and repair.
4.0 Work Schedule
The generator maintenance and repair schedule will be conducted on a one-year
reoccurring basis. Corrective and Preventative Maintenance services will be conducted
Monday- Friday during normal business hours, with on-call emergency maintenance
services available 24/7 to include weekends and holidays.
5.0 Deliverables
5.1 The contractor shall provide a digital written report in editable format for the PM, CM,
and emergency/urgent repairs for each generator serviced, within five (5) days of the
work completed. Report must include the following:
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• Site Name & Location
• Date of Service
• Equipment Identification
• Maintenance performed
• Inspection Findings
• Operational test results
• Deficiencies notes
• Corrective actions taken
• Recommendations for future repairs or replacements
• Photographs when requested by the FAA
5.2 Daily Activity Reports (DAR) that addresses all maintenance, travel, and s…
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.