12-GANG LOAD CENTER (SOLE SOURCE)

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support – Puget Sound is issuing a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price solicitation for 16 units of 12‑gang load centers (NSN 2217‑100X) and 8 units of 6‑gang welding units (NSN 2266‑67X). The equipment is required to support ongoing high‑priority refit projects at the Trident Refit Facility (TRF) in Bangor, Washington, ensuring interoperability with existing hardware and preventing fleet downtime. ESL Power Systems, Inc. is the only source capable of providing the exact items, as they are already in service at the facility. The solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov around September 8 2026 for a five‑day period; offers will be accepted thereafter. No options or indefinite‑delivery terms are included; this is a one‑time fixed‑quantity purchase. • Quantity: 16 × 12‑gang load centers, 8 × 6‑gang welding units (total 24 items) • Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, fixed quantity, no options • Sole‑source justification based on unique capability and existing fleet compatibility • Posting/synopsis: ~Sep 8 2026 for 5 days on SAM.gov • Primary point of contact: Tricia Wintersteen (DLA) • Estimated contract ceiling: under $10 million (actual value not disclosed)