The Norfolk Naval Shipyard is soliciting proposals for the rental of one oil-free electric air compressor and one regenerative air dryer for Naval Station Norfolk. This is a 100% small business set-aside combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ N4215826QB503). The period of performance is January 19, 2026, to April 3, 2026. Proposals are due by 10 AM EST on January 8, 2025, and questions must be submitted by 12 PM EST on January 7, 2026, to Miracle Griffin (Miracle.m.griffin.civ@us.navy.mil). Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, considering technical capability, delivery, and price. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide a detailed capabilities statement.

The Naval Station Norfolk is requesting service rental for one oil-free electric air compressor and one regenerative air dryer from January 19, 2026, to June 19, 2026. Vendors must certify that their equipment meets specific technical capabilities for both items, including detailed specifications for air quality, power, capacity, and physical design. Contractors are responsible for delivery, removal, maintenance, repairs, and providing all necessary connecting equipment. The government will provide operators and monitor equipment. The RFP also outlines requirements for lifting equipment, rigging sketches, safety protocols (OSHA, HEC), DBIDS identification for base access, ECMRA reporting, and restrictions on Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs).

This document outlines the technical capabilities and contractor responsibilities for providing a regenerative air dryer to Naval Station Norfolk/Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Key specifications for the dryer include an extra low dew point of -100°F, capacity for at least 800 CFM at 125 PSIG, 110/120 VAC electrical requirements, a 2” NPT outlet, and a heatless design. Contractors must provide technical data, acknowledge delivery by January 19, 2026, and ensure the unit is freestanding with forklift slots. Contractor responsibilities encompass equipment delivery and removal, providing parts for wear and tear, supplying all connection equipment (hoses, filters, fittings) hydrostatically tested to 150psi, performing all preventative maintenance, responding to service requests within eight hours, and providing startup training. Government responsibilities include providing operators, monitoring gauges, and managing equipment movements. The document also details rigging requirements for lifting equipment, safety notices regarding OSHA and NNSY OSHE Program Manual compliance, DBIDS credential requirements for base access, ECMRA reporting for contractor labor hours, and prohibitions on portable electronic devices in submarine spaces.