NITROGEN GENERATOR
ID: FA8601NITROGEN1Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8601 AFLCMC PZIOWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, USA

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

GAS GENERATING AND DISPENSING SYSTEMS, FIXED OR MOBILE (3655)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/309bea8d6c4e4d5e9688afcb804128f0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), is seeking sources for a Nitrogen Generation System to supply clean and reliable nitrogen (N2) to multiple laboratories. The system must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum nitrogen flow rate of 400 standard cubic feet per hour (scfh) at 99.5% purity and a nominal discharge pressure of 125 +/-25 psig, featuring a membrane-type generator with various operational controls and safety features. This procurement is crucial for supporting laboratory operations, including equipment supply and vacuum chamber applications. Interested parties must submit their capability statements electronically to the designated contacts by December 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, and all submissions must adhere to specified formatting guidelines. For further inquiries, contact Danara Barlow at danara.barlow@us.af.mil or Jessica Stamper at jessica.stamper.2@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Danara Barlow
    danara.barlow@us.af.mil
    Jessica Stamper
    jessica.stamper.2@us.af.mil
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    1. SOW_Nitro Gen_v2_dated 15 Oct 2025.docx
    The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) requires a Nitrogen Generation System to supply clean and reliable N2 to multiple laboratories. The system must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum flow rate of 400 scfh @ 99.5% purity, a nominal discharge pressure of 125 +/-25 psig, and feature a membrane-type generator with cabinet design, flow/purity control, pressure gauges, an oxygen analyzer, and automatic on/off functionality. It must integrate with existing facility air capabilities (190 acfm @ 175 psig, 125 psig minimum supply, -40 deg. F pdp dry air, and US 60Hz electrical). The unit cannot exceed 10’H x 82”W x 36”D and 1000 lbs, and must fit through an 8’H x 58”W door. Required electronic documentation includes design, operation, maintenance, certification, and itemized lists. Installation and training are not required. Products must be manufactured in a DFARS-qualifying country. Delivery is required within ten weeks of award, with shipping costs included. A one-year warranty covering on-site repairs is mandatory. Invoices must be submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) with specific details. Commercial vehicle deliveries to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) require inspection at Gate 26A, with exemptions and specific resealing procedures for re-entry. Irregular deliveries and unescorted visitors without proper credentials will be redirected or denied access.
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    NITROGEN GENERATOR
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