Purchase of Portable Chiller Units, Yokota Air Base, Japan
ID: FA520924Q0087Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5209 374 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96328-5228, USA

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

PSC

REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS (4130)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6054b92ad64b4031a75d4d2b847813cf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the 374th Contracting Squadron at Yokota Air Base in Japan, intends to award a competitive purchase order for portable chiller units. The procurement aims to acquire Nihon Carrier/Toshiba Carrier portable chiller units mounted on a combined trailer, with a focus on engaging qualified local vendors registered to operate in Japan. This acquisition is part of a strategy to standardize HVAC systems across Air Force bases, enhancing training efficiency and reducing operational costs, as outlined in the Justification and Approval document. Interested vendors must possess an active SAM registration with a J-type NCAGE code and are encouraged to contact Yuma Kato or Benjamin Warren for further details. The solicitation is contingent upon available funding, with a deadline for quotes to remain valid until September 30, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Yuma Kato
    81425523011
    81425303319
    yuma.kato.jp@us.af.mil
    BENJAMIN WARREN
    81425523011
    benjamin.warren.7@us.af.mil
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    Class_JA_HVAC_Chiller_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines the Justification and Approval (J&A) for the Air Force's decision to procure Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) chillers through Other Than Full and Open Competition. This acquisition strategy is necessary due to the limited number of manufacturers capable of fulfilling brand name requirements, which the Air Force aims to standardize across its bases to enhance training efficiency and reduce operational costs. The J&A emphasizes the benefits of reduced training costs for maintenance personnel and improved efficiency due to streamlined operations. It cites the Competition in Contracting Act as the legal basis for this approach, underscoring that full competition is impractical given the unique qualifications of select manufacturers. The document illustrates the potential for significant cost savings and performance improvements through this strategy, including enhanced in-house maintenance capabilities and reduced downtime. Market research identified key manufacturers and reinforced the rationale for minimizing diversity among chiller systems to optimize training and operational readiness. The J&A certification by contracting and technical personnel supports these claims, advocating for a focused procurement strategy that fosters efficiency and long-term savings while aligning with national defense objectives.
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