Procurement Summary
Country: USA
Summary: Vlf Voltage Testing
Deadline: 06 Aug 2026
Posting Date: 29 Jul 2026
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Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 146102159
Document Ref. No.: FA6712VoltageTestingVLF
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: Refer Document
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
Project Title: VLF Testing of Medium Voltage Power Lines
Location: 911th Air Force Reserve Base / Pittsburgh Air Reserve Station (ARS)
Notice Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
1. Introduction
This Sources Sought notice is being posted in accordance with Request for Offers (RFO) procedures and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10, Market Research, requirements.
This is a Request for Information (RFI) ONLY to conduct market research and determine the availability and technical capability of qualified businesses to provide the required services. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this Sources Sought notice or to otherwise pay for the information solicited.
2. Project Description
The 911th Air Force Reserve Base (Pittsburgh ARS) is seeking capable and qualified contractors to provide all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to perform Very Low Frequency (VLF) Testing of Medium Voltage Power Lines. The primary objective is to verify the integrity and insulation strength of the designated power lines to ensure safe and reliable operation.
There are an estimated 75 locations that will need to be tested on base.
Key work elements include, but are not limited to:
Developing and executing a comprehensive VLF testing plan demonstrating that the system meets or exceeds IEEE 400.2 standards.
Conducting site surveys, equipment preparation, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Performing VLF testing (0.01 Hz to 0.1 Hz) and insulation resistance testing (IAW IEEE 43).
Isolating circuits, identifying potential insulation weaknesses, and resolving defects (repair or replace damaged equipment).
Providing a comprehensive report in digital spreadsheet format outlining test results, leakage current readings, defect records, and definitive Pass/Fail determinations.
The antici...
Notice ID: fa6712voltagetestingvlf
Department/Ind. Agency: dept of defense
Original Set Aside: total small business set-aside (far 19.5)
Sub-tier: dept of the air force
Office: fa6712 911 aw lgc
Product Service Code: h299 - equipment and materials testing- miscellaneous
NAICS Code: 541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services
Inactive Dates: aug 21, 2026
Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
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