Zeks Air Dryer or Equivalent
ID: FA8125-26-Q-0025Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8125 AFSC PZIMATINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3303, USA

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

PSC

REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS (4130)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of one Zeks High Pressure Air Dryer (part number 11SS750BA400) or an equivalent unit for Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The dryer must meet specific operational requirements, including a capacity of 485 SCFM at 750 PSIG, compatibility with 3 phase 460 VAC input voltage, and precise dimensions, along with additional components such as two high-pressure electric timer auto drains. This equipment is crucial for maintaining essential air drying capabilities at the facility, ensuring operational efficiency. Interested vendors, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses, should submit their quotes by January 13, 2026, with delivery expected between February 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026. For further inquiries, contact Sondra Groth at Sondra.Groth@us.af.mil or Sheridan Robison at sheridan.robison@us.af.mil.

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    The Department of the Air Force, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, is requesting the purchase of one Zeks High Pressure Air Dryer, part number 11SS750BA400, or an equivalent unit. This request is to replace a non-serviceable dryer. The new dryer must meet specific operational requirements: it must be rated for 485 SCFM at 750 PSIG, use 3 phase 460 VAC input voltage, and have 1 ½” inlet and outlet piping. It must also feature a stainless steel air circuit and fit within strict dimensions (72.5” H x 61.5” L x 28.5” W). Additionally, the dryer must include two Zeks or equivalent High Pressure Electric Timer Auto Drains, each with a 1200 PSIG pressure rating and 1 phase 115 VAC input voltage. This procurement aims to maintain essential air drying capabilities at the facility.
    This government solicitation, FA812526Q0025, is an RFP for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to supply one Zeks High Pressure Air Dryer (part number 11SS750BA400 or equivalent) to Tinker Air Force Base. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price agreement with a delivery period from February 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026. Key requirements include adherence to specific delivery instructions for Tinker AFB, compliance with contractor ID badge regulations, and electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to item unique identification and valuation, and an ombudsman is designated for dispute resolution.
    This government solicitation, FA812526Q0025, from Tinker Air Force Base, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Zeks High Pressure Air Dryer or equivalent. The acquisition is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside. Key dates include a solicitation issue date of December 31, 2025, and an offer due date of January 13, 2026. The contract involves the delivery of one Zeks High Pressure Air Dryer (part number 11SS750BA400) between February 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026, with a firm-fixed-price arrangement. The document outlines detailed delivery instructions for Tinker AFB, including specific gate usage and restrictions for Building 3001, and contractor ID badge requirements, with penalties for lost badges. It also includes clauses for electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and item unique identification (IUID) requirements for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more. An Ombudsman is designated to resolve concerns, and various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference or full text, covering areas like small business utilization, equal opportunity, environmental protection, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and foreign procurements.
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