Modification Of Equipment- Special Industry Machinery

PSC Category K036 encompasses modification of special industry machinery, focusing on upgrades, rehabilitation, and specialized technical modifications to industrial and specialized equipment. The category covers a wide range of technical interventions including system upgrades, equipment testing, component fabrication, and precision modifications for various industrial applications across multiple government sectors.

The federal contract awards under this PSC category demonstrate diverse modification activities with contract values ranging from $18,238 to $175,000, typically involving firm-fixed price purchase orders. Frequent funding agencies include the U.S. Coast Guard, NASA, U.S. Air Force, Department of the Army, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Contractors include both small businesses and larger technical firms like Siemens Industry Inc., X-Hab 3D, Schenck USA Corp, and Advance Fabricators Inc. Most awards are unrestricted, though some utilize small business set-asides. Performance locations span military bases, national monuments, and specialized government facilities nationwide, with contract durations generally ranging from several months to approximately one year.

The federal contract opportunities in this category specifically include requests for specialized equipment upgrades and installations. The most prominent opportunities are from the U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center, which is seeking a vertical air make-up system installation and a rinse water control system upgrade. These opportunities are primarily located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and involve complex technical specifications for industrial machinery modifications. The solicitations emphasize detailed technical requirements, specific performance standards, and precise installation and operational expectations, with anticipated award dates in early to mid-2025.