The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the rental of one temporary electric water heater package. This is a total small business set-aside with a NAICS code of 532490 and a size standard of $40 million. The period of performance is from December 16, 2025, to March 9, 2026, with an option to extend until March 23, 2026, at Naval Base New London, Groton, CT. The water heater must provide a minimum of 600,000 BTU/hr, be powered by 480 VAC, 3 phase, 60 Hz, and include specific components like temperature and pressure gauges, a flow meter, and isolation valves. The contractor is responsible for maintenance, repairs, and training of Shipyard personnel. Quotes are due by September 4, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, and must be emailed, including a completed technical specification sheet. Vendors must be registered in SAM. The award will be based on the lowest technically acceptable price, considering adherence to schedule and technical acceptability.
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