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140R6026Q0054

62--MTE Emergency Lighting

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE > BUREAU OF RECLAMATION > GREAT PLAINS REGIONAL OFFICE

New Rejected

Notice Type Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Due 2026-05-08

Posted 2026-04-13

NAICS 335311

PSC 6230

Set-aside Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Scout Score 24

Quick analysis

Total Small Business Set-Aside RFQ (NAICS 335311) from Bureau of Reclamation for two FastLite/Controlled Power Company emergency lighting panels; delivery to Mt. Elbert Pumped Storage Plant, CO within 90 days of award.

Requirement is commodity electrical equipment with brand-name specifications and UL/NFPA compliance; evaluation under commercial item procedures with electronic quote submission.

Trace’s core capabilities (SATCOM, CDS, JADC2, MPE, IT O&M) do not align with emergency lighting manufacturing/supply; no DOI/BOR past performance in company profile.

Potential Nonmanufacturer Rule compliance uncertainty (brand name product; manufacturer small-business status unknown; no waiver evidence in provided docs).」「Competitive landscape likely crowded with electrical distributors/OEM-authorized resellers; minimal strategic value for Trace.

Scope summary

Supply two FastLite FST emergency lighting panels meeting Attachment A salient characteristics (UL924, NFPA 101/111, CSA, specified electrical/transfer performance).
Meet physical dimensions and electrical parameters clarified in Amendment 0001 Q&A (26.3"W x 11"D x 53"H; 120V input @ 24.9A; 120V output @ 16.67A).
Deliver all materials within 90 days of purchase order award to Mt. Elbert Pumped Storage Plant, 5583 Hwy 82, Twin Lakes, CO 81251 (Attn: Julian Padilla).
Submit electronic quotation (single PDF) by 8 May 2026, 1:00 PM MDT to the contracting email; acknowledge Amendment 0001.
Comply with commercial item clauses (FAR 52.212 series) and prohibitions (e.g., Section 889, OFAC/FASCSA).

Dimension scores

Total - 24/100

Technical Fit - 2/20

The requirement is for commodity emergency lighting panels (Brand: FastLite FST, Controlled Power Company) per Attachment A. This is outside Trace’s core lanes (SATCOM/LEO, CDS/M-DRIVE, JADC2, MPE, IT O&M) in the company profile.

Past Performance - 2/20

No listed Trace past performance with the Department of the Interior or Bureau of Reclamation; listed past performance is DoD-focused (DISA, USAF, USSF, MDA, Army). Mission area (emergency lighting supply) is not represented.

Vehicles / Contract Access - 6/10

Open-market Combined Synopsis/Solicitation; not restricted to a vehicle Trace lacks. Set aside is Total Small Business; solicitation cites NAICS 335311 with size standard 800. With ~330 employees, Trace appears small for this NAICS, so access is feasible without a special vehicle.

Competitive Position - 2/15

Brand-name commodity supply likely favors OEM-authorized distributors and electrical suppliers. No differentiators from company profile apply; no incumbent leverage or agency relationship advantage is evident.

Risk - 8/15

Moderate execution risk: delivery of two heavy units within 90 days to Twin Lakes, CO is manageable but depends on OEM lead times. Larger risk is compliance (Nonmanufacturer Rule) and brand-specific sourcing; otherwise standard commercial terms (FAR Part 12) reduce performance risk.

Strategic Value - 1/10

Minimal strategic value: non-core commodity buy, new/non-target agency, low scale (two units), little to no adjacency to Trace’s strategic lanes.

Compliance - 3/10

Total Small Business Set-Aside under manufacturing NAICS 335311: Trace’s headcount suggests small, but as a reseller the Nonmanufacturer Rule may require supplying a small-business manufacturer or an SBA waiver; manufacturer size status and any waiver are not evidenced. Amendment acknowledgment and standard prohibitions apply. Compliance posture is uncertain.

Concerns

Nonmanufacturer Rule applicability: brand-name product with unknown manufacturer small-business status; no SBA waiver cited in provided materials.
OEM lead time and freight for ~1,100 lb floor-mounted units could challenge 90-day delivery window.
Potential requirement for OEM authorization/certification not explicitly stated but common in brand-name commodity buys; absence could reduce competitiveness.
Remote delivery location (Twin Lakes, CO) adds logistics and white-glove handling risk.
Low-dollar, one-off commodity buy may not justify internal BD/ops overhead for Trace.

Teaming opportunities

Lack of confirmed OEM/authorized distributor relationship with Controlled Power Company (FastLite) or a compliant small-business manufacturer.
Need a logistics partner for heavy-freight, palletized, and potentially inside delivery to Twin Lakes, CO within 90 days.
Compliance expertise on Nonmanufacturer Rule to ensure eligibility or identify waiver status.

Competitive position

Offer OEM-authorized supply with full UL924-compliant units and manufacturer warranty (if OEM relationship established).
Commit to 90-day delivery with confirmed production slots and dedicated heavy-freight logistics.
Provide clear compliance certification (Section 889, FASCSA, UL/NFPA conformance) and amendment acknowledgment.

Bid/No bid factors

Outside Trace’s core capabilities; commodity electrical equipment buy (NAICS 335311).
Brand-name specification (FastLite/Controlled Power Company) limits substitution; competitive field favors established electrical distributors.
Nonmanufacturer Rule compliance uncertain; no waiver referenced in available documents.
No DOI/Bureau of Reclamation past performance in company profile; no strategic/vehicle leverage.
Partial extraction of the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation; full evaluation factors and any detailed terms may be unreviewed.

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Attachment_A_-_140R6026Q0054_-_MTE_Emergency_Lighting_-_Salient_Characterists_Specs.pdf Download

Summary

Specification sheet (Attachment A to solicitation 140R6026Q0054 for the Missouri Basin Region, Bureau of Reclamation) for an Emergency Lighting Panel (FastLite FST series). Documents detailed technical requirements and constraints including electrical ratings (0.525–2.2 kVA/kW), input/output voltages, 2 ms transfer time, VRLA battery with 90-minute minimum runtime, UL/CSA/NFPA/NEC compliance, communications/monitoring features, and physical/environmental limits.

Solicitation context: Attachment A to 140R6026Q0054 — Missouri Basin Region, Bureau of Reclamation (ties this spec to the listed opportunity)
Product: Emergency Lighting Panel — Brand: FastLite; Model: FST (525W–2.2KW); Manufacturer: Controlled Power Company
Electrical ratings: kVA/kW options .525, .750, 1.1, 1.44, 1.5, 1.7, 2, 2.2 at unity power factor
Nominal input/output voltages: 120V, 277V, or 347V; single-phase, 60 Hz; programmable voltage range +/-10% or +10%/-15%
Transfer performance: 2 msec transfer to/from battery under any loading conditions (important for mission continuity)
Battery: Valve-regulated sealed lead acid (maintenance-free); runtimes: 90 minutes minimum; nominal voltage listed as 96 VDC or '10B VDC' (document text)
Charger/recharge: 3-stage charger at 3.5 A; 12-hour recharge; UL and CSA compliant
Certifications/standards: UL924 Listed, C-UL to CSA C22.2 No.141-15, NFPA 101/111, NEC, IBC, FCC Class A (EMI), ISO 9001:2015 — defines compliance requirements for acceptance
Physical constraints: Dimensions 26" W x 53" H; weight ~1,100 lbs — impacts shipping, handling, installation and possible site requirements
Communications/monitoring: Intellistat TS touchscreen monitor, network/web interface, serial (USB) communications, Form C relay contacts for general alarm and battery test — supports remote/status integration
Environmental/operational limits: Operating temp 20–30°C for UL-listed models; storage temp guidance; 0–95% non-condensing humidity; elevation 6,600 ft without derating
Performance details relevant to LED loads: LED inrush rating peak overload capability 1500% to accommodate LED fixtures/drivers; voltage distortion 3% THD on battery with linear load; overload/short-duration ratings and efficiency up to 98.8%
Optional features and accessories: Optional 65k AIC system rating, optional Surge Protection Device (SPD), output distribution options (monitored/fused), monitored breakers — potential variants to quote/meet solicitation requirements

Attachment_B_-_Solicitation_140R6026Q0054_-_Amendment_0001_-_Question_and_Answer_0001.pdf Download

Summary

Amendment 0001 Q&A for Solicitation 140R6026Q0054 (MTE Emergency Lighting) from the Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Region. Provides the requested physical dimensions for a floor-mounted emergency lighting unit and the electrical input/output specifications; the document contains two Q&A entries and identifies the solicitation and attachment.

Solicitation referenced: 140R6026Q0054 (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation)
Document type: Amendment 0001, Question and Answer, Attachment B for MTE Emergency Lighting
Physical dimensions: Floor Mounted, 26.3" W x 11" D x 53" H
Electrical specifications: A/C Input: 60Hz, 1 PH, 120V @ 24.9 amps; A/C Output: 60Hz, 1 PH, 120V, 16.67 amps
Issuing office/region: Missouri Basin Region, Bureau of Reclamation (stated in header)
Content scope: Only two Q&A items — clarifies size and electrical requirements; no delivery schedule, place of performance, contract vehicle, set-aside, or clearance requirements provided in this document

Combined_Synp_Solicitation_-_140R6026Q0054_-_MTE_Emergency_Lighting.pdf Download

Partially reviewed: Too large

Summary

Partial extraction (sections 1 and 7 reviewed) of a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 140R6026Q0054) from Bureau of Reclamation Missouri Basin Region requesting supply and delivery of emergency lighting panels for Mt. Elbert Pumped Storage Plant. The notice is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 335311) soliciting two FastLite emergency lighting panels with delivery to Twin Lakes, CO within 90 days of award; electronic quotations (one PDF) due 8 May 2026, 1:00 PM MDT, to Contract Specialist Monte Baird. Document includes price schedule structure, commercial FAR clauses (FAR 52.212 series, FAR 52.212-4), and regulatory prohibitions (section 889, OFAC, FASCSA/exports) relevant to compliance.

Solicitation: RFQ 140R6026Q0054; Title: MTE Emergency Lighting; Issuer: Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Region (Billings, MT).
Set-aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5); NAICS: 335311 (Power, Distribution and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing); size standard: 800.
Procurement type: Commercial supplies under FAR part 12 (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation; no SF1449 to be issued).
Quantity and item: 2 emergency lighting panels (FastLite Emergency Lighting listed on Price Schedule).
Delivery: Mt. Elbert Pumped Storage Plant, Attn Julian Padilla, 5583 Hwy 82, Twin Lakes, CO 81251; deliver within 90 days of purchase order award.
Price schedule requires line-item pricing for units and shipping; award considered only on full price schedule (no partial awards).
Submission: Only electronic quotations accepted; email to monte_baird@ios.doi.gov as one PDF; subject line format specified; Q&A cutoff 28 April 2026 10:00 AM MDT.
Key contract clauses present: FAR 52.212-1/2 (Instructions & Evaluation for Commercial Items), FAR 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial), inspection/acceptance language, assignment, changes, disputes.
Compliance/prohibitions called out: prohibition on covered telecom (section 889), OFAC restrictions and sanctioned-country prohibitions, FASCSA orders guidance and requirement for reasonable inquiry/removal of prohibited products.
Timeline: Responses due 2026-05-08 1:00 PM MDT (matches opportunity due date); delivery within 90 days of award implies short lead/time-to-deliver requirement.

Sol_140R6026Q0054_Amd_0001.pdf Download

Summary

Amendment 0001 to solicitation 140R6026Q0054 (Title: MTE Emergency Lighting) issued 04/08/2026 by the Bureau of Reclamation (Missouri Basin Regional Office) provides responses to questions (see Attachment B) and clarifies submission/acknowledgement procedures. The amendment explicitly states it does not change the solicitation due date/time.

Solicitation number: 140R6026Q0054; Title: MTE Emergency Lighting.
Amendment number: 0001; Effective date shown: 04/08/2026.
Issuing office: Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Regional Office, 2021 4th Avenue North, Billings MT 59101 (contact/administrator information present).
Purpose: provides responses to questions (references Attachment B with Q&A).
Amendment does NOT change the date/time responses are due (deadline unchanged).
Instructions require offerors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment prior to the solicitation opening by completing SF-30 items or by separate letter/electronic communication referencing solicitation and amendment numbers.
Standard Form 30 (amendment format) used; administrative/contracting signature blocks present (Monte Baird name appears in the document).

Technical details

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Review status: Up to date

Logical upstream opportunity: 22042

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Last analyzed: 2026-04-21T15:28:24.309118+00:00

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Latest package notice: a18ce959b3c04bb5908fa33f6a5181b3

Latest package documents: 4

Evidence limitations

Combined_Synp_Solicitation_-_140R6026Q0054_-_MTE_Emergency_Lighting.pdf: partially reviewed (too large)

Recent package history

2026-04-21T15:25:46.956946+00:00: a18ce959b3c04bb5908fa33f6a5181b3 with 4 docs

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