ContractSources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Auto Hobby - New Self Service Carwash-ticket 1725

DEPT OF DEFENSE 2026-PZI-1725
Response Deadline
May 1, 2026
2 days left
Days Remaining
2
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force at Hanscom AFB, is conducting market research for a replacement of the auto hobby self-service carwash under a sources sought notice. The work calls for removing the existing equipment at Building 1707 and installing a new 1-bay high-pressure car wash system with features including a 5-horsepower motor, foam generator, coin/bill/credit card payment mechanism, and high-security locks. The contractor must also provide project and construction management, material handling, installation, operator training, a minimum one-year warranty, a preventive maintenance plan, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals while following applicable codes, base security, safety, and hazardous material requirements. Performance is expected over 60 calendar days after notice to proceed at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, and the opportunity is set aside for small businesses, with Eva Leavitt listed as the primary contact.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
811192
Car Washes
PSC Code
7930
CLEANING AND POLISHING COMPOUNDS AND PREPARATIONS

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
PWS-Replace Car Wash Manual Bay April 2026 Final_Revised.docx
Word2104 KBApr 21, 2026
AI Summary
The Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for replacing a self-service car wash system at Hanscom Air Force Base. The project, located at Building 1707, involves removing old equipment and installing a new 1-bay high-pressure system with specific features like a 5-horsepower motor, foam generator, coin/bill/credit card payment mechanism, and high-security locks. The contractor is responsible for project and construction management, material handling, installation, operator training, and providing a minimum one-year warranty. A detailed preventive maintenance plan for at least every three months is also required. The project has a 60-calendar-day performance period after the Notice to Proceed, with work coordinated to minimize disruption to base operations. Contractors must adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local codes, maintain a daily quality control program, comply with base security procedures, and follow strict safety and hazardous material protocols. As-built drawings and O&M manuals are required submissions.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 21, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 1, 2026
expiryArchive DateMay 16, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA2835 AFLCMC HANSCOM PZI

Point of Contact

Name
Eva Leavitt

Place of Performance

Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, UNITED STATES

Official Sources