1. Purpose
This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only. This is NOT a Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), or Invitation for Bid (IFB). No contract will be awarded from this notice.
The Government is seeking to identify capable and interested vendors particularly Small Businesses (SB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), HUBZone, and 8(a) certified firms that can provide the necessary supplies to support the 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power).
2. Background
The 249th Engineer Battalion provides commercial-level power to military units and federal relief organizations during full-spectrum operations. To support ongoing Prepare to Deploy Order (PTDO) missions and ensure rapid, reliable sustainment across geographically dispersed locations at Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Bragg, NC; and Schofield Barracks, HI, the Battalion requires a new contract with a qualified vendor capable of providing recurring, as-needed procurement and delivery of BoM for future operations.
3. Draft Description of Requirements
The 249th EN BN requires the procurement and delivery of materials listed in the attached Equipment List.
Delivery Requirement: The contractor shall deliver all required/requested materials to the Government on a destination basis. Delivery timelines are as follows:
- 9580 Theote Road, Fort Belvoir VA 22060 within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Central Receiving Point, Bldg J2050 Cook St, Fort Liberty, NC 28310 within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- 1165 Maurico Rd. Bldg 1400, Schofield Barracks, HI 96857 within 40 Days ARO.
These timelines represent the maximum acceptable delivery periods for each location. The contractor shall ensure timely delivery in accordance with individual task order requirements issued under the contract.
4. Requested Information
Interested and capable vendors are requested to submit a Capability Statement demonstrating their ability to fulfill the anticipated requirement. Responses should be limited to 30 pages and must include:
Company Profile:
Company Name
Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone, Email)
CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID (UEI)
Socio-Economic Status: State the company's business size and any applicable socio-economic designations (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, HUBZone) under the anticipated NAICS Code.
Capability Summary: A brief summary detailing the company's ability to provide the requested supplies.
Acquisition Vehicles: Indicate if the requested items are available on any existing Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), GSA Schedules, or other enterprise-level contracts.
Standard Lead Times: Provide the estimated commercial lead time required to deliver the items.
Market Research Questions for Industry:
- Are the requested supplies considered "commercial products" as defined in FAR 2.101? If they are modified for military use, what is the extent of those modifications?
- Are the requested supplies considered "commercial products" as defined in FAR 2.101? If they are modified for military use, what is the extent of those modifications?
- Are there any Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) or economical order quantities the Government should consider when structuring the final solicitation?
- What are the standard commercial warranty terms offered for these supplies? Does the warranty cover full replacement, repair, or pro-rated refunds, and what is the duration?
- What are your standard commercial shipping practices? Are there any special freight, packaging, or handling requirements (e.g., hazmat, oversized loads) the Government must account for?
- Can your firm certify that the supplied items comply with the Buy American Act (BAA) or the Trade Agreements Act (TAA)? If not, what is the typical Country of Origin for these items?
- Are there alternative commercial products, newer generation models, or "or equal" substitutes that meet the Government's intent that we should consider instead of the drafted specifications?
- How are these items typically priced in the commercial marketplace? Does your company offer volume or tiered discount pricing that the Government could leverage?
- Are these items currently available on any existing Government-wide Acquisition Contracts, GSA Multiple Award Schedules, or DLA vehicles? If so, please provide the contract number.
- Is the draft description of requirements clear, concise, and unambiguous? What additional technical data or specifications would you need to provide an accurate firm-fixed-price quote?
5. Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted via email to the Contracting Office Points of Contact no later than 1:00 P.M. EST on 15 June 2026.
Primary Points of Contact:
Selena Brooks - Contract Specialist (Email: Selena.Brooks@usace.army.mil)
Giorgiana Chen Contracting Officer (Email: Giorgiana.Chen@usace.army.mil)
Questions due date: 5 June 2026 at 4:00 P.M. EST.
Background
The 249th Engineer Battalion provides commercial-level power to military units and federal relief organizations during full-spectrum operations.
To support ongoing Prepare to Deploy Order (PTDO) missions and ensure rapid, reliable sustainment across geographically dispersed locations at Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Bragg, NC; and Schofield Barracks, HI, the Battalion requires a new contract with a qualified vendor capable of providing recurring, as-needed procurement and delivery of Bill of Materials (BoM) for future operations.
Work Details
The contractor shall deliver all required/requested materials to the Government on a destination basis.
Delivery timelines are as follows:
1) 9580 Theote Road, Fort Belvoir VA 22060 within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO);
2) Central Receiving Point, Bldg J2050 Cook St, Fort Liberty, NC 28310 within 30 Days ARO;
3) 1165 Maurico Rd. Bldg 1400, Schofield Barracks, HI 96857 within 40 Days ARO.
The contractor is responsible for ensuring timely delivery in accordance with individual task order requirements issued under the contract. The procurement and delivery of materials listed in the attached Equipment List is required.
Period of Performance
The geographic location(s) the contract will be performed (if provided).
Place of Performance
Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Bragg, NC; Schofield Barracks, HI.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must demonstrate capability to fulfill the anticipated requirement through a Capability Statement.
Interested vendors should include their Company Profile detailing business size and socio-economic designations (e.g., Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business). Vendors must also provide information regarding existing Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), GSA Schedules or other enterprise-level contracts that may apply.
