Sources Sought - Rental of Commercial Grade Chiller
ID: FA469025Q0TBDType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4690 28 CONS PKCELLSWORTH AFB, SD, 57706-4947, USA

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All Other Consumer Goods Rental (532289)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (W041)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the rental of a commercial-grade chiller to support cooling system repairs at Building 556, Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota. The contractor will provide a chiller with a minimum cooling capacity of 55 tons, which must be installed and maintained from June 1 through October 1, ensuring compliance with security regulations and coordination with Air Force personnel. This procurement is crucial for maintaining functional infrastructure within military facilities, and interested businesses are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant information by 4 PM MDT on April 10, 2025, to Tyree Ross and Laurie Lykken at the provided email addresses.

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    The project outlined in the document pertains to the repair of the cooling system at Building 556, located at Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota. The primary objective is to address the deficiencies of the existing cooling system, which is outdated and inadequate for the current occupants' needs. The contractor is responsible for providing a rental chiller with at least 55 tons of cooling capacity, which must be installed and maintained from June 1 through October 1. Key tasks include connecting the chiller to the chilled water loop and electrical supply, ensuring compliance with security regulations, obtaining necessary construction permits, and documenting any pre-existing defects in the work area. Additional requirements specify safety measures concerning potential hazardous materials, adherence to base security protocols, and coordination with Air Force personnel throughout the project. The work will strictly occur within designated areas, and contractors must secure visitor passes upon arrival for the duration of their service. Overall, this project reflects the federal government's ongoing requirement to maintain functional infrastructure within military facilities.
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