MEARNG F550 Emergency Light Installation

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Bid Title
MEARNG F550 Emergency Light Installation
Issuing Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Location
Maine
Published Date
Sep 8, 2026
Closing Date
Sep 16, 2026
Government Level
Federal
Status
Closed
Ref. #
W912JD26QA025
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Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Project Description
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Notice ID
W912JD26QA025
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Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Major Command
NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU
Sub Command
JFHQ USPFO ME
Sub Command 2
USPFO ME PROCUREMENT
Office
W7NC USPFO ACTIVITY ME ARNG
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General Information View Changes
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Updated)
  • Updated Published Date: Sep 08, 2026 12:36 pm EDT
  • Original Published Date: Aug 21, 2026 10:33 am EDT
  • Updated Date Offers Due: Sep 16, 2026 03:00 pm EDT
  • Original Date Offers Due: Sep 16, 2026 03:00 pm EDT
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after date offers due
  • Updated Inactive Date: Oct 01, 2026
  • Original Inactive Date: Oct 01, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Product Service Code: J023 - MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- GROUND EFFECT VEHICLES, MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND CYCLES
  • NAICS Code:
    • 811111 - General Automotive Repair
  • Place of Performance:
    Augusta , ME 04330
    USA
Description View Changes

Amendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.



Amendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.



The Maine Army National Guard (MEARNG) requires the professional installation of a complete, government-furnished, emergency response vehicle police-style flashing light system and a battery charging system onto a Government-owned Ford F-550 Vehicle Mounted Radiation Detection System (VMRDS). The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, tools, materials (excluding specified government-furnished equipment), and expertise to complete the installation.



Scope of Work:

The contractor is required to perform the following installations and integrations on the Ford F-550 vehicle:





  • Equipment Installation: Install all Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) at specified locations. This includes a Whelen Inner Edge light assembly, a Whelen Core and Controller unit, and various Whelen body, slim, and trio lights.




  • System Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.




  • Power System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.




  • Functional Testing: Conduct a full functional test of the integrated lighting system and the power system in the presence of a Government representative to demonstrate proper functionality.




  • Vehicle Restoration: Upon completion, repair any damage to the vehicle resulting from installation activities and ensure all work areas are cleaned of debris, materials, and tools.





Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:





  • One (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly




  • One (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit




  • Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)




  • Eight (8) Whelen body lights




  • Two (2) Whelen trio lights




  • Two (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)




  • One (1) Kussmaul battery tender





Contractor Requirements:





  • Provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.




  • Ensure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.




  • The place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.




  • The period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.





Period of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.



Questions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.



Submission Instructions:

All quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Thomas J. Ryan, at thomas.j.ryan36.civ@army.mil and the Contracting Officer, Darlene Howes, at darlene.r.howes.civ@army.mil. Quotes must include a completed SF 1449 and a separate Technical Proposal responding to the evaluation criteria outlined in the FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 Addenda.


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Contracting Office Address
  • 194 WINTHROP STREET BLDG 39
  • AUGUSTA , ME 04333-0032
  • USA
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History
Commodity Codes
  • FSC JMaintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment
  • NAICS 811111General Automotive Repair
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