Auger System Removal Cleanout
ID: A25-008Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

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https://sam.gov/opp/66dbb8c20a704003afe43133ebaa2905/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking a contractor for the remanufacturing of a custom ABS Blast Abrasive Floor Auger System utilized by the 569th Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The project involves extensive cleaning, repair, and reinstallation of various components of the auger system, including the removal of debris, corrosion repair, and concrete sealing. This specialized equipment is critical for operational efficiency, and due to its unique specifications, only the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), ABS Blast, along with its authorized vendor SurfacePrep, is qualified to perform the necessary work. Interested parties can reach out to Shana Mandley at shana.mandley@us.af.mil or Sheridan Robison at sheridan.robison@us.af.mil for further details regarding this presolicitation opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shana Mandley
    shana.mandley@us.af.mil
    Sheridan Robison
    sheridan.robison@us.af.mil
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    A25-008- SSJ_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a Sole Source Justification for the remanufacture of a custom A25-008 B3228 Auger System utilized by the 569th Squadron of the Air Force at Tinker Air Force Base. Due to the specialized nature of the system, only the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), ABS Blast, in conjunction with its authorized vendor, SurfacePrep, is deemed capable of performing the required remanufacturing work. The document emphasizes that SurfacePrep is uniquely positioned to service this equipment as it installed the original system and possesses the sole schematic necessary for its maintenance. A market research process, including searches through various databases and outreach to small businesses, was conducted but yielded no alternative vendors. An RFQ posted received no responses, reinforcing the need for a sole source contract. The conclusion drawn, in accordance with FAR guidelines, confirms that only SurfacePrep can adequately meet the remanufacturing requirements, ensuring cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency for the Air Force. This justification reflects the procedural rigor typical in government RFPs, aiming to secure the best value for federal expenditures while navigating specific operational constraints.
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