RFI 554 RHS Burner Table 2025
ID: FA524025QM106Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5240 36 CONS LGCAPO, AP, 96543-4040, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

TRAINING AIDS (6910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from qualified suppliers regarding the procurement of a Burner Table for the 554th Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers (554 RHS) at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather market insights and capabilities related to a durable stainless steel Burner Table designed for integrating Babington Airtronic Burners, emphasizing safety, ease of maintenance, and compatibility with existing military equipment. Interested parties are invited to submit their responses by January 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Chamorro Standard Time, with proposals reflecting a delivery date no later than March 3, 2025, and shipping terms specified as FOB Destination to Andersen Air Force Base. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact A1C Keegan Tunnicliff at keegan.tunnicliff@us.af.mil or Lee Michael D. Rosario at lee_michael.rosario@us.af.mil.

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    The Department of the Air Force issued a Request for Information (RFI) related to the procurement of a Burner Table for the 554 RHS at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam. The RFI is intended for market research and planning purposes only, inviting responses that articulate potential suppliers' capabilities. The response deadline has been extended to January 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Chamorro Standard Time. Submissions are voluntary, and the government will not cover any costs incurred in response to this notice. Key requirements include detailed specifications, estimated delivery terms, and a completed Cost Line Item Number (CLIN) table for the Burner Table and associated shipping costs. Proposals should reflect a delivery date no later than March 3, 2025, with shipping terms specified as FOB Destination to the Andersen Air Force Base. Responses must be submitted via email to the designated Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by the stipulated deadline. Overall, this RFI emphasizes the Air Force's intent to gather information for potential future procurements while clarifying that it does not constitute a binding contract or proposal request.
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the 36th Wing of the Department of the Air Force at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, dated 16 January 2025. Its primary aim is to gather market research and information on the procurement of a "Burner Table" required for the 554 RHS, with responses due by 23 January 2025. The RFI outlines that responses are voluntary and carry no obligation to form a contract, and the government will not incur any costs from the responses. It specifies that interested parties should review the salient characteristics listed separately and provide technical specifications, estimated delivery timelines, and pricing for the burner table and related shipping costs. Further details include a shipping address at Andersen AFB and a required delivery date by 3 March 2025. The document emphasizes clear communication by providing contact information for the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Overall, this RFI serves as a preliminary exploration for potential vendors regarding the specific machinery requirements of the Air Force.
    The document outlines the salient characteristics required for the CLIN0001 Burner Table essential for integrating Babington Airtronic Burners in operational settings. It specifies that the table must be constructed from durable stainless steel, ensuring resistance to corrosion and ease of maintenance, with safety-focused design elements like smooth edges and robust framework. Key components include a built-in 5-gallon fuel can, stable burner stands, an integrated power strip, and features for safe setup and waste management. Performance requirements emphasize safety and compatibility with existing military equipment. Furthermore, the table must be easy to assemble and maintain without specialized tools. This document supports the federal RFP process by providing detailed manufacturing specifications aimed at enhancing training operations related to DoD-owned burner assets, ensuring the equipment's reliability and safety in high-temperature applications.
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