ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Water Treatment Service HVAC System
DEPT OF DEFENSE• FA449726Q0031
Response Deadline
Jun 26, 2026
29 days left
Days Remaining
29
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of the Air Force’s 436th Contracting Squadron at Dover Air Force Base is seeking a small-business quotation for water treatment services for HVAC systems. The work requires the contractor to provide labor, tools, transportation, and supervision to control corrosion, slime, and algae in condensers and to service thermal ice storage systems, closed-loop heating and cooling systems, gas-fired heating hot water systems, water softeners, and related monthly water treatment and glycol services for O&M and TWCF facilities. The requirement is a firm-fixed-price commercial service acquisition evaluated on a lowest-price technically acceptable basis, with technical approach, staffing and transition, quality control, mission essential planning, and past performance considered; performance is centered at Dover, Delaware, under a base year from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, plus four option years and a six-month extension. Questions are due by 1:00 p.m. EST on June 10, 2026, and quotes are due by 1:00 p.m. EST on June 26, 2026, with pricing submitted on Attachment 2 and all communications directed to the listed contracting contacts.
Classification Codes
NAICS Code
238220
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
PSC Code
J041
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT
Solicitation Documents
Attachment 7- DAF COMPASS Clauses.pdf
PDF•147 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This government file, Attachment 7, outlines mandatory contract clauses for federal acquisitions, covering three key areas: Ombudsman, Health and Safety on Government Installations, and Common Access Cards (CAC) for Contractor Personnel. The Ombudsman clause establishes a confidential resource for resolving concerns, emphasizing that it does not affect official processes or timelines and does not bind the agency. The Health and Safety clause mandates contractors to prevent accidents and preserve health on government installations, requiring adherence to AFOSH Standards and allowing contract termination for uncorrected violations. The CAC clause details requirements for contractor and subcontractor personnel to obtain and manage Common Access Cards for logical and physical access to DoD facilities, outlining procedures for issuance, updates, returns, and reporting lost cards, with non-compliance potentially leading to withheld final payment.
Combined Synopsis - Solicitation.pdf
PDF•522 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
The Department of the Air Force, 436th Contracting Squadron - DOVER AFB, issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (FA449726Q0031) for Water Treatment Services for HVAC Systems. This small business set-aside seeks quotations for commercial services, with funds available for the acquisition. The NAICS code is 238220, with a $19,000,000.00 size standard. Services include monthly water treatment for O&M and TWCF facilities, glycol addition, and material provision. The deadline for questions is June 10, 2026, and quotes are due by June 26, 2026, both by 1:00 P.M. EST. The solicitation references tailored RFO provisions 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 for instructions to offerors and evaluation criteria.
Attachment 1-PWS.pdf
PDF•414 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for maintaining industrial water treatment for high-volume HVAC systems at Dover Air Force Base, DE. The contractor must provide labor, tools, transportation, and supervision to control corrosion, slime, and algae in various systems, including condensers, thermal ice storage, closed-loop heating/cooling, gas-fired heating hot water systems, and water softeners. Key requirements include compliance with HAZMAT regulations, submitting employee resumes with specific experience, conducting on-site testing and analysis (microbiological, water, deposit, metallographic failure), and implementing chemical treatment programs for closed loops, water softeners, and ice banks. The document details specific chemicals, application methods, and service programs for each system, along with performance thresholds for preventive maintenance, service calls, and report submission. Additionally, it covers records management, security, installation access, flight line driving, antiterrorism awareness training, manpower reporting, operational security, and base hours of operation.
Attachment 2-Quote Schedule.xlsx
Excel•39 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
The document, Solicitation No. FA449726Q0031, outlines a comprehensive requirement for water treatment services, including materials, labor, and transportation, for both Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and Treatment Water Cooling Facilities (TWCF). This solicitation covers a base year from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, followed by four option years, each spanning twelve months, and a final six-month extension. A key component of the services includes the provision and addition of Glycol to closed-loop systems for both O&M and TWCF. While the hourly rate for adding Glycol is specified at $186.00 for Option Year 1, it is listed as $0.00 for the base year, other option years, and the six-month extension, indicating that these rates will need to be proposed by the contractor. The solicitation details the quantities for monthly services and hourly work, highlighting a recurring need for these specialized services over an extended period.
Attachment 3-Provisions and Clauses.pdf
PDF•86 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This government file, document number FA449726Q0031, outlines various clauses incorporated by reference and in full text for federal government solicitations, likely RFPs. Key areas covered include defense telecommunications equipment prohibitions, requirements for cost and pricing data (especially for single offers), and detailed instructions for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The document also addresses evaluation factors for commercial products and services, options for extending services and contract terms, limitations on subcontracting for small businesses, and regulations regarding hazardous materials. Additional clauses cover foreign procurement taxes, liquidated damages, warranties, and essential contractor services during crises. A significant portion details annual representations and certifications via the System for Award Management (SAM), including specific DoD and FAR clauses related to foreign ownership, trade agreements, and disability employment, highlighting compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific requirements.
Attachment 4-52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Addendum.pdf
PDF•306 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This document, an addendum to RFO Provision 52.212-1, outlines instructions for offerors regarding a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products and services. The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Key requirements include submitting questions by June 10, 2026, using Attachment 2 – Quote Schedule for pricing, and ensuring current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Quotes must adhere to all solicitation requirements, including terms, conditions, and the Performance Work Statement (PWS), with any exceptions clearly identified. The quote must be submitted in three volumes: Price (using Attachment 2), Technical (covering Technical Approach, Staffing & Transition, Quality Control, and Mission Essential Plan), and Past Performance. Quoters must hold prices firm through November 1, 2026. The government plans to award the contract without discussions and may reject non-responsive quotes. Unsuccessful quoters can request a brief explanation of the award decision.
Attachment 5-52.212-2, Evaluation Addendum.pdf
PDF•428 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This RFO addendum outlines the evaluation criteria for government contracts, emphasizing a competitive, best-value approach using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Quoters will be evaluated on price, technical merit, and past performance. The evaluation proceeds in steps: responsiveness check, ranking by Total Evaluated Price (TEP), technical evaluation of the lowest-priced responsive quote, and then past performance evaluation. Technical proposals must be
Attachment 6-Wage Determination -2015-4217.pdf
PDF•4378 KB•May 29, 2026
AI Summary
This document is a wage determination under the Service Contract Act for Delaware, specifically Kent County, last revised on May 13, 2026. It outlines required minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations across numerous categories, including administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, health, information technology, and technical roles. Key benefits include health & welfare at $5.55 per hour (or $5.09 under EO 13706), paid sick leave as per EO 13706, vacation based on years of service (2 to 5 weeks), and twelve paid holidays. Special provisions address computer employees (exemptions apply based on duties and compensation), night and Sunday pay for air traffic controllers and weather observers, hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard), and uniform allowances. The document also details the conformance process for unlisted occupations, requiring contractors to propose classifications and rates for Department of Labor approval to ensure fair compensation.
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Project Timeline
postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 27, 2026
amendedAmendment #1· Description UpdatedMay 27, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedMay 29, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 26, 2026
expiryArchive DateJul 11, 2026
Agency Information
Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA4497 436 CONS LGC
Point of Contact
Place of Performance
Dover, Delaware, UNITED STATES