Compressor for Compressor for Utility Air and Breathing Systemfor Utility Air and Breathing Systemty Air and Breathing System
ID: 25QB083Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS PKPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

NAICS

Other Building Equipment Contractors (238290)

PSC

AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT (4120)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking contractors to provide a comprehensive evaluation and procurement of a utility air and breathing air compressor system for Patrick Space Force Base in Florida. The project entails the installation of a complete air compressor system, including rotary air compressors, an air receiver tank, dryer, and filtration components, all compliant with USAF standards and energy efficiency guidelines. This system is crucial for supporting critical operations at the base, ensuring a reliable supply of compressed air. Interested vendors are encouraged to participate in a site visit on July 9, 2025, to assess existing infrastructure and clarify project specifics, with a deadline for submissions of July 24, 2025. For further inquiries, contractors may contact Cynthia Whittaker or Hannah Gaddie via email.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the procurement of a complete air compressor system for Patrick Space Force Base Hangar, aimed at supporting critical operations through reliable compressed utility and breathing air supply. The system must include rotary air compressors, an air receiver tank, dryer, and filtration components, all adhering to USAF standards and energy efficiency guidelines. Key equipment specifications include a 100 HP rotary air compressor, a 10 HP oil-free scroll compressor, and various supporting compressors and tanks. Delivery will be made to the USAF facility in Florida, with installation adhering to specified building codes and standards, including the setup of concrete pads and secure anchoring of equipment. Comprehensive documentation must accompany the installation, including technical manuals and compliance certifications. Additionally, equipment warranties must include a 10-year and a 1-year comprehensive coverage. This document serves to solicit proposals from contractors for fulfilling this requirement while ensuring compliance with federal and military standards.
    Patrick Space Force Base is conducting a site visit on July 9, 2025, for prospective contractors interested in evaluating the specifications for a utility air and breathing air system. The purpose of this visit is to assess existing conditions and gather necessary data for making recommendations on suitable compressor solutions. Contractors must coordinate with the designated officials and can send up to two representatives, complying with safety regulations and providing appropriate identification for base entry. During the visit, contractors will verify essential components of the system and discuss project specifics with base personnel. They need to prepare detailed notes, as no additional visits will be allowed. The document outlines entry requirements, including compliance with the REAL ID Act, and details necessary vehicle documentation. This effort represents a segment of broader federal RFP initiatives, aiming to ensure operational safety through adequately specified systems and adherence to applicable standards. The government emphasizes that participation is voluntary and will not compensate contractors for submitted information.
    Patrick Space Force Base is soliciting contractors to conduct a site visit on 09 July 2025 at 1:00 PM EST for a comprehensive evaluation of an operational utility air and breathing air system. The visit aims to assess existing infrastructure, gather data for system recommendations, and clarify project specifics with base personnel. Interested contractors must confirm their attendance by contacting the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist before 07 July 2025. Each firm may send up to two representatives, who must comply with safety gear regulations and identification protocols, including the REAL ID Act for base entry. The primary objectives include verifying components of the air system and recommending suitable compressor manufacturers that fulfill operational needs. Additionally, installation specifications will require a single-point electrical connection, a thermal mass storage-type dryer, and appropriately equipped air receiver tanks. This announcement does not commit the Government to any contractual obligations, and all proposals are voluntary, with no compensation for participation. The initiative emphasizes transparency and equal access to information post-visit for all attending contractors.
    The document is a Sources Sought notice issued by the Patrick Space Force Base, seeking information from vendors regarding their capability to provide a compressor for utility air and breathing systems. This initiative is part of a small business set-aside program, referencing RFP number FA252125QB083, with a specified NAICS code of 238290 and a size standard of $19 million. The goal is to assess vendors who can conduct site visits to recommend suitable operational systems. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit a capabilities package detailing their size, socio-economic status, past performance, and relevant specifications. The document emphasizes that this is not a solicitation but rather a means to gather market research. Respondents must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) for eligibility, and all submissions must be made electronically by July 17, 2025. The notice serves as a non-binding inquiry into potential contractor interest and capabilities, laying the groundwork for future procurement processes while inviting industry feedback on service delivery practices.
    The Patrick Space Force Base is issuing a Sources Sought notice seeking information to gauge interest and capabilities of vendors for a compressor integral to a utility air and breathing system. This initiative is part of a potential small business set-aside program, classified under NAICS Code 238290 with a size standard of $19 million. Interested vendors are invited to conduct site visits and provide insights into suitable compressor options. The government requests details regarding company size, socio-economic status, previous related services, teaming arrangements, and pertinent qualifications. Responses must specify whether the respondent is a supplier or manufacturer and include details about any foreign involvement. This notice is not a proposal solicitation, and participation does not assure any contract award. The deadline for submissions is July 24, 2025, with a clarifications cutoff of July 17, 2025. Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for potential contractors to be eligible for contract awards.
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