61--NETL Pittsburgh, PA B-920 Plateau Switchgear Medium Voltage Switchgear warranty

The Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in Pittsburgh, PA is issuing a Notice of Intent to sole‑source a warranty replacement for an ABB 27 kV medium‑voltage switchgear, including an upgraded Ultra‑Fast Earthing Switch (UFES). Rexel USA Inc. dba Gexpro, the original authorized distributor, is the only known source capable of providing the replacement due to a design flaw in the existing equipment. Interested parties may submit evidence of capability by 5:30 PM ET on September 24, 2026, though the solicitation is not a formal RFP/RFQ. The contract will be awarded via a purchase order to the sole source if no competitive alternative is identified. • Sole‑source procurement for a 27 kV medium‑voltage switchgear warranty replacement • Original equipment supplier (Rexel USA Inc. dba Gexpro) is the only qualified source • Includes an upgraded Ultra‑Fast Earthing Switch not in the original spec • Responses (capability evidence) due by 5:30 PM ET, September 24, 2026 • No pre‑bid meeting, site visit, or competitive bid process indicated • Contract will be issued as a purchase order after the government’s determination