Contract · Federal
NMAH: 2027 Install Emergency Generator
SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION / SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION ARLINGTON, DC
- Status Closes in 89 days
- Amount Amount not listed
- Set-aside None (open competition)
Scope
The Smithsonian Institution (“Smithsonian”) is providing this Notice of a Pending Solicitation for the installation of emergency generator at National Museum of American History (NMAH) 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C., 20560.
Note: This is a revised RFP.
Do not use previous posted documents from SOL# 33330226RF0010007.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Codes (“NAICS”) are: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction size standard is $45.0 million.
238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors size standard is $19.0 million.
Construction Budget: Over $10M.
Project Information: The purpose of the NMAH: Install Emergency Generator project is to replace an aging 300 kW diesel-fueled generator located on the museum’s lower level, which has exceeded its operational lifespan.
This will be accomplished by furnishing and installing two (2) new 500kW natural gas-fueled generators, on the roof adjacent to the existing emergency generator.
The project also includes all necessary work to support the installation, including routing a new natural gas line through the building, and performing all associated structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, hazardous material abatement, and architectural modifications required to ensure full functionality, seamless integration with existing systems, and future serviceability and maintenance.
Specifically, work under this project includes but is not limited to: a.
Install two (2) new natural gas powered 500kW generators with integral paralleling gear on a new rooftop structural steel platform.
Convert existing collections storage space (Room 4606) to a new Emergency Electrical Room to contain a new switchboard, ATS’s, transformers and panelboards.
Decommission and remove...
Typical award value
What contracts like this typically pay
est. $42K-$1M
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Timeline
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Posted
Nov 12, 2026
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Status
Open now
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