ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMBER
ID: 140R8125Q0351Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONUPPER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICESALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84138, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/11c030379de6481baccc586a76eb4755/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation's Upper Colorado Regional Office, is seeking proposals for the procurement of a new environmental chamber designed for testing concrete, aggregate, soils, and rock. The new chamber must be a freestanding, reach-in unit with specific internal dimensions and capabilities, including a temperature range of -30 °C to 180 °C and humidity levels from 10% to 95%, along with a shelf load capacity of 75 lbs per shelf. This equipment is critical for ensuring accurate and reliable testing in environmental conditions, as the current chamber is outdated and frequently requires repairs. Interested vendors should note that the contract is set aside for small businesses, and proposals must be submitted electronically, with delivery to Denver, CO, required within 180 days of award. For further inquiries, contact Kelly Cook at kcook@usbr.gov or by phone at 303-445-3395.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cook, Kelly
    (303) 445-3395
    kcook@usbr.gov
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    -EC_Pre_Sol_Notice_2025_09_22_1.pdf
    The Bureau of Reclamation has issued a presolicitation notice for one environmental chamber. This chamber will be used for routine testing of concrete, aggregate, soil, and rock, with a focus on ease of maintenance by local staff. This notice is for informational and market research purposes only and is not a request for quotes. The government is not seeking unsolicited quotes and will not cover any costs incurred by respondents. A Firm Fixed Price purchase order is planned, with delivery within 26 weeks of award. A solicitation is anticipated to be posted on or about October 9, 2025, on the Beta Sam Opportunities website. Interested parties should monitor this site for future updates.
    Sol_140R8125Q0351.pdf
    This government Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) seeks a new environmental chamber for concrete, aggregate, soils, and rock testing. The current 37-year-old chamber is outdated and requires frequent repairs. The new chamber must be a freestanding, reach-in unit with specific internal dimensions (75-85 cu. ft. minimum 48 inches in any direction), capable of -30 °C to 180 °C temperature and 10% to 95% RH humidity, with a shelf load capacity of 75 lbs per shelf and a total of 450 lbs. It needs two shelves, 480V hardwired power, a UL 508A compliant control panel, a stainless steel interior, no exposed heating elements, forced air convection, digital temperature display, and a main power disconnect. Optional features include a touchscreen controller, dry air purge, and a 6kW boost heater. The chamber must be new, with parts available for 10 years and a minimum 1-year manufacturer’s warranty. Delivery is FOB Destination to Denver, CO, requiring 48 hours advance notice and occurring Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM Mountain Time. All equipment must be delivered in a single shipment within 180 days of award. Payment is firm-fixed-price, contingent on delivery and acceptance, and requires electronic submission via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) with a signed invoice attached.
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