FY25 Water Cooler Services for Maxwell AFB
ID: FA330025RFI0006Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

PSC

BEVERAGES, NONALCOHOLIC (8960)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the 42nd Contracting Squadron at Maxwell Air Force Base (AFB), is seeking industry input for the acquisition, maintenance, and support of cold-water dispensers for the 42nd Security Forces Squadron. The procurement aims to provide clean, chilled drinking water at various locations on Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex, ensuring personnel have access to essential hydration in areas lacking readily available water sources. Interested vendors are invited to review the draft Statement of Requirements (SOR) and submit their capability statements, including business classification and past performance on similar contracts, by 10:00 a.m. EST on February 13, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact Capt. Nathan Kercher at nathan.kercher.1@us.af.mil or Mr. William Stallings at william.stallings.1@us.af.mil.

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    The 42d Contracting Squadron at Maxwell AFB, AL is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information from industry for the acquisition strategy related to the 42d Security Forces Squadron, specifically in alignment with a draft Statement of Requirements (SOR). The notice emphasizes that no contract will be awarded based on responses, and companies are discouraged from submitting proprietary or competition-sensitive information. The Government seeks industry responses to assess available products and capabilities that align with the draft SOR. Companies are prompted to provide general information, including business classification, NAICS code, and their past performance on similar contracts. They are required to confirm their capability to meet the SOR's specifications and may include references to relevant projects completed within the last three years. Responses must be submitted via email by 10:00 a.m. EST on February 13, 2025, to designated contacts. This notice serves as a preliminary call to gauge market interest and capabilities, ensuring that any subsequent solicitation is well-informed and tailored to existing industry solutions and standards.
    The 42d Contracting Squadron at Maxwell AFB is seeking industry input to refine its acquisition strategy for the Security Forces Squadron, as detailed in the draft Statement of Requirements (SOR). This is a preliminary sources sought notice, not a solicitation; thus, no quotes should be submitted. The government emphasizes that it will not award a contract based solely on responses and will not reimburse any incurred costs, while responses will not be returned. Interested companies must provide general information, including business classification, NAICS codes, and company capabilities in relation to the draft SOR. Specifically, companies should confirm if they can meet requirements and provide references for relevant contracts performed in the last three years. Responses must be submitted via email by February 13, 2025. Points of contact for this initiative are explicitly listed. This document fits within the larger context of federal procurement processes, seeking to gather information for a potential future solicitation while ensuring compliance and transparency in government contracting practices.
    The Statement of Requirements outlines the procurement, installation, maintenance, and support of cold water dispensers for the 42nd Security Forces Squadron at Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex. These dispensers will provide clean, chilled drinking water to personnel in locations lacking readily available water sources. Key specifications include a cooling capacity of 42°F to 50°F, an integrated filtration system, and compatibility with standard electrical voltage. The contractor is responsible for timely installation, ongoing maintenance, and ensuring the dispensers are regularly stocked with 5-gallon water bottles. Selected installation sites include access control points and training facilities. The contractor must comply with specific identification and reporting requirements, adhere to base traffic laws, and maintain warranty support for equipment supplied. The document emphasizes that the dispensers must be new and serviced regularly to uphold water quality and functionality. This procurement aligns with government RFP processes for ensuring quality and safety in providing essential resources for military personnel.
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