48 CES - Gas Detectors

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This combined synopsis/solicitation (Solicitation Number: FA558726Q0065) is issued by the 48th Contracting Squadron as a Request for Quote (RFQ) to acquire gas detectors for the 48 CES. Prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 for commercial products and services, this requirement carries NAICS code 334290. Due to the overseas location of the contract, no set-aside will be applied. Interested vendors must submit quotes meeting the technical requirements specified in the Salient Characteristics and Quote Sheet attachments. All offerors are required to have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) or provide an active CAGE code. The deadline for submitting clarifying questions is 14:00 BST on Monday, September 21, 2026. Completed quotes must be submitted via email no later than 14:00 BST on Friday, September 25, 2026, to the primary point of contact, Caitlin Prairie, or the secondary contact, SSgt Jennifer Lopez.

This document outlines the technical specifications and purchase description for five commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) handheld multi-gas detectors and three compatible automated calibration docking stations required by the 48th Civil Engineering Squadron Fire & Emergency Services (48 CES/CEF) at RAF Lakenheath. The procured equipment is essential for immediate HAZMAT response, toxic gas detection, and confined space rescue operations. To ensure technical acceptability, any proposed "or equal" system must match or exceed the capabilities of the MSA Altair 5X PID system. The handheld detectors must simultaneously monitor five hazards: volatile organic compounds (VOCs), combustible gases (LEL), oxygen, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen sulfide. Additionally, the units must feature a high-resolution, full-color display, rapid sensor response times, a minimum IP65 ingress protection rating, and OSHA/NFPA-compliant hazardous location certifications. The requirement also includes an automated test, calibration, and record-keeping infrastructure equivalent to the Galaxy GX2 docking station. This system must feature a four-valve automated docking station, an electronic smart cylinder holder with an integrated demand flow regulator capable of reading RFID-chipped calibration gas cylinders, and multi-unit charging cradles configured with standard UK plug configurations (Type G) for station-house mounting.