Big Ass Fan (BAF) Maintenance
ID: FA480025R00025Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4800 633 CONS PKPLANGLEY AFB, VA, 23665, USA
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to provide preventive maintenance services for 124 Big Ass Fans (BAF) located at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The maintenance contract will involve a comprehensive 21-point manufacturer inspection for each fan, scheduled during normal business hours, and will be structured as a base year with four optional extension years, commencing on February 15, 2022. This initiative is crucial for ensuring operational efficiency and safety within the facilities, as it includes the provision of necessary tools, OSHA compliance, and detailed completion reports on each fan's condition. Interested businesses must submit a capabilities package that outlines their qualifications and experience, adhering to specified guidelines, and can contact Cornelius Dauterive at cornelius.dauterive@us.af.mil or Chester Terrill at chester.terrill@us.af.mil for further information.

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    The document outlines a Sources Sought notice from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE) regarding a potential requirement under a small business set-aside program. The government seeks information from businesses capable of performing preventive maintenance services on 124 various Big Ass Fans (BAF) located within JBLE-Eustis buildings. The maintenance work includes servicing different fan models, with scheduled service to occur during normal working hours. Interested businesses are invited to submit a capabilities package detailing their size, socio-economic status, past performance on similar contracts, and plans for subcontracting, if applicable. The evaluation will consider each firm's experience and team's structure. Additionally, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The completed capabilities packages should adhere to specified guidelines, ensuring clear presentation of qualifications and relevant experiences, with a maximum submission length of five pages. This notice represents a preliminary market research effort rather than a formal solicitation and is intended to gauge the market for potential future procurement opportunities.
    The Statement of Work outlines a contract for preventive maintenance on 124 Big Ass Fans (BAF) located at Fort Eustis, specifically within the 128th Aviation Brigade's premises. Maintenance will occur once for each fan during business hours, coordinated with the Facilities Manager, and will include a comprehensive 21-point manufacturer inspection. The contract is structured into a base year and four optional extension years, starting from February 15, 2022. The vendor is responsible for providing all necessary tools and equipment, ensuring OSHA compliance, and must deliver a completion report detailing each fan's condition, findings, and any required repairs. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and safety in its facilities through structured maintenance programs. Additionally, the documentation of fan specifications and maintenance history will aid in effective facility management and planning future service requirements.
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