Emergency Power and Switchgear

The U.S. Air Force is seeking a qualified contractor to program, upgrade, test, and document the Human‑Machine Interface (HMI) and Master Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) that control the “Island Mode” emergency power system at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The effort includes hardware replacement, software re‑programming, field testing, indicator‑light corrections, and delivery of restoration procedures and documentation. All work must be performed on a secure, restricted‑access facility with no electronic devices allowed, and the contractor must manage Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and sign NDAs. • Program and re‑program HMI and PLC logic to enable manual “Island Mode” isolation of B1000 power bus. • Upgrade PLC hardware to the latest platforms (GE/Emerson, SEL, ABB) and update associated software. • Perform on‑site testing, field verification, and documentation of new logic and system performance. • Replace/repair local and remote indicator lights, install control switches/relays, and re‑wire I/O modules with isolated circuit fuses. • Produce detailed technical deliverables: Sequence of Operations (SOO), Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), restoration software/hardware packages, and Method‑of‑Procedure (MOP) guides. • Provide two recent prime‑contract project summaries demonstrating similar critical‑power automation work. • Comply with CUI handling, NDAs, and all applicable labor and security clauses. • Submit a maximum 30‑page technical proposal and a firm‑fixed‑price quote by 23 Sep 2026.