Walk-In Temperature/Humidity Environmental Chamber
ID: PANRSA-25-P-0000-010524Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMBERS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (6636)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c22fe3262a48492f977a58652deee1ca/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 14, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals for a Walk-In Temperature/Humidity Environmental Chamber to be utilized at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. The chamber is intended for testing DoD packaging materials and other items under various temperature and humidity conditions, with key specifications including a temperature range of -50 °F to +180 °F and humidity levels of 20-95% RH. This procurement is part of a broader initiative to enhance testing capabilities for equipment resilience, and interested contractors are invited to submit detailed capabilities statements by 12:00 PM CDT on April 14, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact Ben Hymas at benjamin.c.hymas.civ@army.mil or Lisa Armes at lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Ben Hymas
benjamin.c.hymas.civ@army.mil
Lisa Armes
lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil
Files
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ProdDesc_EnvChmbr_FY25.pdf
Mar 31, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The US Army Sustainment Command (ASC) seeks proposals for an environmental test chamber designed to replicate variable temperature and humidity conditions. The contract includes delivery, installation (excluding utility connections), startup, calibration, and training for the equipment. Key specifications for the chamber involve dimensions, safety features such as double doors with locking mechanisms, and durability to handle heavy loads and various materials. Performance requirements include a temperature range of -50 °F to +180 °F and humidity levels of 20-95% RH. The chamber must feature advanced controls, including a digital touch screen capable of saving multiple test profiles and real-time monitoring. Additionally, it should operate within specific environmental limits and use eco-friendly refrigerants. The contractor is responsible for thorough installation and acceptance testing, including training for personnel and providing maintenance options. A warranty and any necessary software requirements must be detailed in the proposals, including compliance with industry and government standards. This request is part of a broader initiative to enhance capabilities in testing and evaluating equipment resilience under diverse environmental conditions at the Tobyhanna Army Depot.
RFI_EnvChmbr_FY25.pdf
Mar 31, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Defense (DoD) to identify potential contractors for an environmental test chamber. This chamber is intended for testing DoD packaging materials and other items under various temperature and humidity conditions. A Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for one unit is anticipated, alongside options for up to four years of maintenance and calibration services. Key requirements specify physical dimensions, performance characteristics such as temperature range and humidity control, and chamber controls, including a user-friendly digital interface. Participants are to provide detailed capabilities statements addressing their relevant experience, product specifications, and any limitations. Respondents must also identify their business size according to federal classifications. The document emphasizes that this RFI is for market research only, with no immediate contract to be awarded or binding obligations from responses. Interested parties must submit their statements by 12:00 PM CDT on April 14, 2025. Overall, this RFI serves to evaluate the market and gather information ahead of a potential procurement process, ensuring that the final product meets stringent operational standards.
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