ContractPresolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Crash Crane Radiator Test & Evaluation

DEPT OF DEFENSE• N6852026Q1016
Response Deadline
May 22, 2026
2 days left
Days Remaining
2
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Presolicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of the Navy’s Naval Air Systems Command is seeking a small-business contractor to test, evaluate, and potentially repair up to three crash crane radiators, part number 5101908, in support of COMFRC Aviation Support Equipment ground support equipment. The work includes inspection, teardown, remanufacture, reassembly, leak testing, corrosion control, painting, and any needed replacement of worn or missing components to restore the radiators to OEM specifications, with a certificate of conformance for each unit. The contractor is expected to perform the work at its own facility, return the units in their original crates, and provide separate findings and repair quotes for each radiator; the government will ship the units to the contractor, and the evaluation requirements include a pressure test at 14 to 17 psi for 4.5 hours with no leaks and corrosion-resistant primer with gloss black paint suitable for saltwater environments. Test and evaluation is targeted for completion by September 28, 2026, repairs if exercised by December 31, 2026, and offeror questions or follow-up may be directed to Daniel Collins at daniel.h.collins4.mil@us.navy.mil.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
811310
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
PSC Code
J029
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ENGINE ACCESSORIES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Solicitation Questions - Govt Response.pdf
PDF•110 KB•May 19, 2026
AI Summary
This document addresses key questions regarding a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for radiator repair and testing, specifically for Part No. 5101908, NIIN 01-478-8141. The government cannot provide OEM specifications or drawings, expecting contractors to obtain them independently. It specifies pressure test parameters: 14-17 psi for 4.5 hours with no leaks. Corrosion control requires a good corrosion-resistant primer and gloss black paint suitable for saltwater environments. Offerors should initially provide pricing only for testing, evaluation, and return shipping, with repair pricing to follow inspection. The test and evaluation completion date of September 28, 2026, is based on the contract award date. Known issues include corrosion buildup inside the radiator's tanks. The document also provides radiator core dimensions and a definition for 'Recore,' which includes blasting tanks, replacing the filler neck, painting the assembly, and using new gaskets and bolts.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 11, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentMay 19, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineMay 22, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 6, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

Point of Contact

Name
Daniel Collins

Place of Performance

UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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