01 / Federal Opportunity Brief
Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan.
02 / Federal Buyer
Who is buying?
03 / Purchase
What is the government buying?
Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan.
The current notice is soliciting this requirement from eligible offerors.
The provided evidence states the SOW defines requirements/scope/responsibilities/deliverables for replacement and disposal of the specified generator. However, detailed deliverable sub-items (beyond the replacement/disposal purpose) and whether additional work items will be defined later are not included in the provided excerpts.
The notice is a solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 (as supplemented). It states that quotes are being requested under the instructions in the attached SF1449.
The SOW defines requirements and scope for replacement and disposal of a specific 150kVA emergency power diesel generator located at a specific facility/building.
04 / Contracting Requirements
How will this procurement work?
| Requirement | What the notice says | Source status |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | Yes. The notice requires the contractor to provide employees with demonstrated experience in work like the requirement, and it requires employees (or subcontractor employees) to have current and valid professional certifications for the entire life of the contract. It also includes a condition that if the offeror is not physically located in Japan, the offeror must submit documentation showing an established partnership with a local authorized service provider in Japan capable of meeting all on-site requirements. | Confirmed |
| Contract ceiling | Not disclosed | Not Disclosed |
| Minimum guarantee | Not disclosed | Not Disclosed |
| Contract duration | Not disclosed | Not Disclosed |
| Foreign participation | Not disclosed | Not Disclosed |
| Proposal and award procedure | Submission is described at a high level: quotes are requested according to the instructions in the notice and attached SF1449. For evaluation, the evidence states that failure to submit verifiable evidence of required qualifications/certifications at the time of quote submission may result in the offer being evaluated as technically unacceptable. Detailed evaluation factors/scoring are not provided in the excerpts. | Partially Confirmed |
| Staffing and security | Staffing qualifications and professional certifications are stated (including specific licensed roles). No security clearance requirements are disclosed in the provided evidence. | Partially Confirmed |
Read the original SAM.gov description
This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the requirements, scope, responsibilities, and deliverables for the replacement and disposal of the 150kVA emergency power diesel generator located on Camp Zama Japan Building 121. This is a solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The written solicitation, issued as SF1449 (Form), is attached to this notice and constitutes the official solicitation. Quotes are being requested in accordance with the instructions herein and within the attached SF1449. The statements required by FAR 12.202(b)(1) are included in the uploaded documents. Expecting award date is around 30 Oct 2026 (subject to change). Description of Services: The contractor shall provide all necessary labor, management, tools, equipment, transportation, and materials to perform the decommissioning, removal, disposal, and replacement of the existing 150kVA emergency power diesel generator at Building 121, Camp Zama, Japan. The primary objective is to safely disconnect and dispose of the existing unserviceable generator (Toyo Denki Seizo / TYND-215) and install a brand new 150 kVA / 120 kW diesel generator (208/120 VAC, 50 Hz). The new system must be fully integrated and compatible with the existing Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in Panel P-M/L-M. The project includes full testing, an 8-hour load test, commissioning, and training. All disposal of the old generator and hazardous materials must comply with Japanese environmental regulations utilizing off-base facilities. A minimum 2-year warranty is required for the new generator system. The contractor is required to provide employees who have demonstrated experience in work like this requirement. The contractor or their sub-contractors shall ensure their employees have the following current and valid professional certifications for the entire life of this contract: Special Electric Officer's License (for Emergency Power Generators) (????????? - ???????????) Chief Electrical Engineer (Licensed Class I, II, or III) (???????) Fire Defense Equipment Officer (?????) Low-Voltage Electrical Worker Special Education (????????????) Failure to submit verifiable evidence of these qualifications and certifications at the time of quote submission may result in the offer being evaluated as technically unacceptable. Note 1: All work for this project shall be performed exclusively in Japan. The contract price shall be inclusive of all travel and lodging expenses required for project execution. Note 2: Mandatory On-Site Warranty & Local Service Capability The project and product utilization will occur entirely within the country of Japan. During the Warranty Period, the selected contractor must provide on-site repair, troubleshooting, or replacement services at the Off-Post locations in Japan. Note 3: If the offeror is not physically located in Japan, the offeror MUST submit documentation demonstrating an established partnership with a local authorized service provider in Japan capable of meeting all on-site requirements. Please provide the partner company’s Name, Address, Point of Contact, Email, and Phone Number with your quote. Failure to submit verifiable evidence of local warranty service capability at the time of quote submission will result in the offer being evaluated as technically unacceptable and not considered for award. Note 4: If successful offeror is a U.S. vendor, resulting contract will include DFARS clause 252.225-7976, Contractor Personnel Performing in Japan (Deviation 2018-O0019). The clause requires DoD contractors to account for contractor personnel and dependents in the Synchronized Predeployment and Operational Tracker (SPOT), in order for the contractor personnel and dependents to be eligible for coverage under the Status of Forces Agreement. Note 5: Trade Agreements Act (TAA) Compliance & Prohibited Sources This procurement is subject to the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). Quotes will be evaluated IAW DFARS 252.225-7020, FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2. Note 6: Site Visit. A pre-solicitation site visit is scheduled to be conducted on 7 October 2026, at 10:00 AM (JST) at Camp Zama, Japan. All prospective quoters are strongly encouraged to attend. To participate, submit a list of all attendees (including full name, residential address, nationality, pass port number or driver’s license number) via email to hiroko.takahashi.jp@us.af.mil and kaori.kanematsu.jp@us.af.mil no later than 7 calendar days prior to the scheduled visit. Note 7: No additional site visit is scheduled.?
05 / Historical Spending Trend
How has spending on the selected comparable contracts changed?
The same closed fiscal-year window and the same complete comparable-contract set are used throughout this Brief. Net obligations total $139.3K across 2 fiscal years.

| Fiscal year | Comparable obligations | Actions | Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2020 | $118.8K | 2 | 2 |
| FY 2023 | $20.6K | 2 | 1 |
06 / Related Historical Awards
Which contracts support the comparison?
No direct contract reference was found. 2 broad matches are shown as supporting context.

| Contract | Vendor | Latest activity | Office | NAICS / PSC | Match | Obligations | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA520920P0183 | SEIKITOKYU KOGYO CO., LTD. | Dec 11, 2020 | FA5209 374 CONS PK | 541990 / H361 | Broad match Buyer and requirement-language evidence | $118.8K | 2 |
| FA520923F0168 | ACTY CO., LTD. | Sep 6, 2023 | FA5209 374 CONS PK | 236220 / C223 | Broad match Buyer and requirement-language evidence | $0 | 1 |
07 / Contractor Evidence
Which contractors have performed related work?
Historical contractors are ranked by direct procurement-family evidence and comparable contract activity. The table distinguishes connected holders from broader performers without identifying unverified bidders.
No directly connected predecessor was identified. The companies below are historical performers selected from the comparable contract set; none is identified as a bidder.

| Company | Evidence | Fit | Why included | Contracts | Actions | Obligations | Latest activity | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEIKITOKYU KOGYO CO., LTD. UEI LNHMC7RDQKE9 · CAGE JSVM2 | Broad historical performer Historical performer | Moderate | Comparable buyer and requirement history | 1 | 2 | $118.8K | Dec 11, 2020 | GETWAB profile Verified via SAM Entities Official website |
| ACTY CO., LTD. UEI NNZAZMP1ALM3 · CAGE JSY46 | Broad historical performer Historical performer | Moderate | Comparable buyer and requirement history | 1 | 1 | $0 | Sep 6, 2023 | GETWAB profile Verified via SAM Entities Official website |
08 / Competitive Landscape
How was comparable work competed?
Competition treatment is calculated from exactly the same closed-period contract set used in Sections 5–7. It describes historical actions, not the outcome of this solicitation.

| FPDS treatment | Code | Actions | Obligations | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Competed under simplified acquisition procedures | F | 2 | $118.8K | 85.2% |
| Full and open competition | A | 2 | $20.6K | 14.8% |
09 / Procurement History
How was this opportunity published and updated?
3 SAM.gov notice records were resolved into this procurement family. The chronology shows how the requirement was published and updated.
| Notice | Type | Posted | Response deadline | Status | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA520926Q0077 Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan. | Solicitation | Sep 8, 2026 | Oct 19, 2026 2:00 PM GMT+0900 | Active | View on SAM.gov |
| FA520926Q0077 Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan. | Solicitation | Oct 18, 2026 | Nov 17, 2026 2:00 PM GMT+0900 | Active | View on SAM.gov |
| FA520926Q0077 Current Brief record Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan. | Solicitation | Oct 19, 2026 | Nov 10, 2026 2:00 PM GMT+0900 | Active | View on SAM.gov |
10 / NAICS and PSC Market Context
How large is the selected comparable market?
Classification codes organize the evidence; they do not prove that every contract in the broader NAICS or PSC market matches this requirement.
11 / Capture Signals and Risks
What should be validated before committing capture resources?
Capture signals separate verified procurement-family evidence from unresolved requirements and market-only indicators.
Direct procurement-family evidence
No direct award record found
Buyer proximity
2 comparable record(s) share the contracting office
Eligibility
No Set aside used
Unresolved requirement fields
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12 / Who Should Pursue
When does this opportunity fit?
- Your team can demonstrate recent, relevant delivery in Replace DSN-HDD Generator for 78th Signal Battalion, Camp Zama, Japan..
- Your company can document the stated eligibility conditions: Yes. The notice requires the contractor to provide employees with demonstrated experience in work like the requirement, and it requires employees (or subcontractor employees) to have current and valid professional certifications for the entire life of the contract. It also includes a condition that if the offeror is not physically located in Japan, the offeror must submit documentation showing an established partnership with a local authorized service provider in Japan capable of meeting all on-site requirements.
- You can perform under the stated acquisition model: The notice is a solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 (as supplemented). It states that quotes are being requested under the instructions in the attached SF1449.
- You can show credible past performance for FA5209 374 CONS PK or a closely related federal customer.
- Your technical scope fits, but you lack demonstrated history with FA5209 374 CONS PK.
- You need a specialist teammate to close unresolved staffing, security, or detailed-scope requirements before committing.
- You cannot satisfy or verify the stated eligibility conditions: Yes. The notice requires the contractor to provide employees with demonstrated experience in work like the requirement, and it requires employees (or subcontractor employees) to have current and valid professional certifications for the entire life of the contract. It also includes a condition that if the offeror is not physically located in Japan, the offeror must submit documentation showing an established partnership with a local authorized service provider in Japan capable of meeting all on-site requirements.
- Your delivery model cannot support the stated contract vehicle or order-based work structure.
- The unresolved requirements shown above cannot be validated before committing proposal resources.



