Vacuum Furnace with Gas Quench System
ID: 23-40-1001AType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing (333994)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4c43647d64c04774aec585d3a9846f9a/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking sources for a Vacuum Furnace with Gas Quench System to be utilized at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The procurement requires a turn-key machine equipped with specific brand name components, including a 35-inch diameter Agilent Varian high-speed vacuum oil diffusion pump and advanced temperature control systems, alongside comprehensive installation and training services. This equipment is critical for heat-treating processes, particularly Nickel and Copper brazing, and must adhere to stringent federal and military safety and operational standards. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities and proposals by January 31, 2025, to AVNIPEMarketResearch@dla.mil, with further details outlined in the attached statement of work.

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    Christopher Bara
    christopher.bara@dla.mil
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    23-40-1001 SAM SOW.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications and requirements for the acquisition of a vertical loading vacuum furnace with a gas quench system for Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The furnace is intended to carry out heat-treating processes, particularly Nickel and Copper brazing. Key requirements include compliance with various federal and military standards for safety, construction, and operation. The furnace must feature energy-efficient design, advanced safety controls including emergency stop switches, and high-temperature capabilities up to 2300°F. The scope also details installation prerequisites, environmental protection measures, and rigorous testing and acceptance procedures to ensure it meets operational efficiency and safety regulations. Additionally, provisions for training, maintenance, and providing adequate technical support after installation are stipulated. Through these requirements, the purchase description emphasizes adherence to contemporary industrial standards, operational safety, and environmental considerations to ensure reliable performance of the furnace within military and governmental contexts.
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