JUBJ 23-4636 Replace Chiller Building 863 - Sources Sought
ID: FA330025RFI0014Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3300 42 CONS CCMAXWELL AFB, AL, 36112-6334, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING, AND AIR CIRCULATING EQUIPMENT (N041)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c90d0a09de64404096d08435468c0bb6/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the 42d Contracting Squadron at Maxwell Air Force Base (AFB) in Alabama, is seeking industry input for the replacement of the chiller at Building 863, Maxwell-Gunter AFB. This sources sought notice aims to gather information on market capabilities to assist in finalizing the acquisition strategy for the project, which involves the removal of existing chillers, installation of new systems, and ensuring minimal downtime for chilled water supply. The project is critical for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with safety and environmental regulations, with a timeline of 360 days and two planned outages of chilled water. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and qualifications by 12:00 PM CST on April 28, 2025, and may direct inquiries to SrA Trevor Wilson at trevor.wilson.8@us.af.mil or Eldrae A. Perdue at eldrae.perdue@us.af.mil.

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    SrA Trevor Wilson
    trevor.wilson.8@us.af.mil
    Eldrae A. Perdue
    eldrae.perdue@us.af.mil
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    JUBJ 23-4636 Replace Chiller Building 863 - Draft Drawings.pdf
    JUBJ 23-4636 Replace Chiller Building 863 - Draft Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for replacing Chiller B863 at the Gunter Annex, Maxwell Air Force Base, under Project Number JUBJ 23-4636. The work entails removing existing chillers and related equipment, installing new systems, and ensuring minimal downtime for the chilled water supply. Key tasks include installation of mechanical and electrical components, balancing the chilled water system, and maintaining fire protection equipment. The contractor is responsible for submitting a work schedule, environmental protection measures, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The project spans 360 days with two planned outages of chilled water. Additionally, it mandates adherence to environmental regulations, including hazardous materials management and site protection during construction, underlining the necessity for proper training and compliance with federal and state laws. The summary reflects a commitment to efficient process management while safeguarding environmental and safety standards.
    JUBJ 23-4636 Replace Chiller Building 863 - Sources Sought.pdf
    The 42d Contracting Squadron at Maxwell AFB, AL, is seeking information from industry to assist in determining available market capabilities for a project entailing the replacement of a chiller at Building 863, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, Alabama. This sources sought synopsis is a preliminary request; no contract award will be made based on responses. Interested parties are instructed not to submit proposals at this stage. Responses should include company details, business classification, relevant NAICS code, scope of work capability, and evidence supporting capacity to meet project specifications. Responses are due by 12:00 PM CST on April 28, 2025, and inquiries may be directed via email to designated contacts. The initiative aims to finalize an acquisition strategy by understanding potential contractors' abilities and qualifications without the expectation of reimbursement for responses or return of submitted information. The announcement emphasizes local respondent eligibility within a 250-mile radius of the AFB.
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