Seismic Resilience of Large Power Transformers: Shake Table Test

Sources SoughtActive

Key Takeaways

  • 126 days until response deadline
  • Full and open competition - all businesses eligible to bid
  • Work to be performed in Idaho Falls, ID
  • Industry: Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing

Contract Details

Notice ID
INL-25-011
Opportunity Type
Sources Sought
Sub-Agency
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
BATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCEDOE CNTR
Posted Date
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Response Deadline
Monday, June 1, 2026
Set-Aside
Full & Open Competition
Place of Performance
Idaho Falls, ID, 83415
Status
Active

Description

INTRODUCTION Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA) Management & Operating Contractor of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) owned Idaho National Laboratory (INL), is seeking an Expression of Interest (EOI) from industry providers to provide information regarding solutions aimed at increasing the seismic resilience of large power transformers. BACKGROUND The flexibility and density of massive power transformer tanks can cause them to act as a vibration amplifier for equipment mounted on them. During an earthquake, the transformer tank and mounted bushings can be in resonance, increasing the shaking in the bushing beyond its design levels and resulting in bushing failure. As seen in past earthquakes around the world, this seismic vulnerability can concurrently damage many transformers and caus

Why This Opportunity Matters

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF is conducting market research to identify potential sources for power, distribution, and specialty transformer manufacturing in Idaho Falls, ID. Responding to this notice helps ensure your company is considered for the eventual solicitation.