Next-Generation Portable Therapeutic Liquid Oxygen (NPTLOX) Maintenance & Repair - Sources Sought
ID: FA80521055413Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8052 773 ESSSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78236-0119, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c6bc14b1a4a94ca2a8b5c6e5f9daec53/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 25, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought announcement to gather information on potential contractors for the maintenance and repair of the Next-Generation Portable Therapeutic Liquid Oxygen (NPTLOX) systems. The procurement aims to ensure the operational readiness of over 750 NPTLOX units, which are critical for providing supplemental oxygen in medical contexts, particularly during rapid response deployments. Interested parties are invited to respond with their qualifications and capabilities, as the information will assist the government in developing an acquisition strategy; responses are due by April 25, 2025, to Meredith Parker at meredith.parker@us.af.mil and SrA Liel Stroupe at liel.stroupe@us.af.mil. This RFI is not a commitment to award a contract, and the previous contract for similar services was valued at $9.4 million.

Point(s) of Contact
Meredith Parker
meredith.parker@us.af.mil
Liel Stroupe
liel.stroupe@us.af.mil
Files
Title
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Attachment 1 - PWS.pdf
Mar 25, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Air Force Medical Agency (AFMED) outlines requirements for the Next Generation Portable Therapeutic Liquid Oxygen (NPTLOX) system's scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. The document specifies the scope of services needed to maintain over 750 NPTLOX units, ensuring operational readiness for medical transport and deployed facilities. It highlights the need for both major and minor repairs, including OEM-level scheduled preventive maintenance, within defined timelines. Key directives include establishing contractor and government communication protocols, maintaining a single point of contact, and providing monthly financial reports. The contractor must utilize OEM parts for repairs, comply with technical orders, and perform maintenance to restore units to full operational status. Maintenance timelines are critical, emphasizing the need to complete scheduled services within 45 days and unscheduled repairs within 75 days of approval. The PWS sets performance objectives to measure the contractor's effectiveness, such as timely shipping notifications and adherence to maintenance schedules. Overall, this document serves to ensure that the NPTLOX systems remain safe, reliable, and ready for use, reflecting the government's commitment to healthcare readiness in both peacetime and wartime scenarios.
Request for Information - NPTLOX MX and Repair.pdf
Mar 25, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The Air Force is soliciting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the maintenance and repair of Next-Generation Portable Liquid Oxygen (NPTLOX) units. This RFI aims to identify qualified businesses capable of providing both scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled repairs beyond the capabilities of Air Force Biomedical Equipment Technicians. The contract will cover significant components of the NPTLOX, used for supplemental oxygen supply in medical contexts, especially during rapid response deployments. Information is requested from prospective contractors regarding their business status, previous experience in similar services, and capacity to meet the requirements set forth in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The previous contract, FA8052-22-D0001, awarded to Essex Industries, reflects a $9.4 million commitment for a full range of maintenance services for over 750 NPTLOX systems. Responses must be submitted by April 25, 2025, with specific guidance on format and content, and the government underscores that this RFI does not obligate a contract award. The overall purpose is to assess potential suppliers and develop a well-informed acquisition strategy for this essential service.
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