Amendment 0003 - Issued 9-14-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nAmendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nAmendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nThe 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.
\n\nScope of Work:
\nThe 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.
\n\tSystem Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
\n\tPower System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
\n\tFunctional 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.
\n\tVehicle 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.
\n\tGovernment Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
\n\nOne (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
\n\tOne (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
\n\tEight (8) Whelen body lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen trio lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
\n\tOne (1) Kussmaul battery tender
\n\tContractor Requirements:
\n\nProvide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
\n\tEnsure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
\n\tThe place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
\n\tThe period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
\n\tPeriod of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
\n\nQuestions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
\n\nSubmission Instructions:
\nAll 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.
Amendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nAmendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nThe 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.
\n\nScope of Work:
\nThe 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.
\n\tSystem Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
\n\tPower System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
\n\tFunctional 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.
\n\tVehicle 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.
\n\tGovernment Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
\n\nOne (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
\n\tOne (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
\n\tEight (8) Whelen body lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen trio lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
\n\tOne (1) Kussmaul battery tender
\n\tContractor Requirements:
\n\nProvide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
\n\tEnsure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
\n\tThe place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
\n\tThe period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
\n\tPeriod of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
\n\nQuestions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
\n\nSubmission Instructions:
\nAll 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.
Amendment 0002 - Issued 9-8-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nAmendment 0001 - Issued 9-2-2026 - Respond to questions raised by various interested parties.
\n\nThe 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.
\n\nScope of Work:
\nThe 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.
\n\tSystem Integration: Professionally integrate all lighting components with the central controller. All wiring must be routed, secured, protected with grommets where necessary, and concealed appropriately.
\n\tPower System Installation: Install one Kussmaul battery tender complete with an auto-eject shore power connection to charge the vehicle's batteries.
\n\tFunctional 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.
\n\tVehicle 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.
\n\tGovernment Furnished Equipment (GFE): The Government will provide the following major components for installation:
\n\nOne (1) Whelen Inner Edge light assembly
\n\tOne (1) Whelen Core and Controller unit
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front grill)
\n\tEight (8) Whelen body lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen trio lights
\n\tTwo (2) Whelen slim lights (for front fenders)
\n\tOne (1) Kussmaul battery tender
\n\tContractor Requirements:
\n\nProvide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials (except GFE), and supervision.
\n\tEnsure all employees possess the required skillsets or licensing to install the lighting system according to manufacturer specifications.
\n\tThe place of performance will be the contractor's installation facility.
\n\tThe period of performance for the installation shall not exceed one week.
\n\tPeriod of Performance: The work must be completed within one (1) week from the start date.
\n\nQuestions: May be submitted to the points of contact below. The due date for questions is 09SEP2026.
\n\nSubmission Instructions:
\nAll 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.