3 June 2026

Statement of Need

Parts Washers, Paint Gun Cleaner, and Wheel Overhaul Cleaning Equipment McConnell AFB, Kansas

1. Overview

1.1 The 22 MXG, 22 LRS, and 22 FSS require parts-cleaning equipment to support maintenance operations across multiple facilities. This consolidated requirement includes:

• Automotive parts washers

• Paint gun cleaner

• Wheel & tire overhaul parts washers

• Wheel & tire agitators

All equipment must support safe, effective cleaning of vehicles, aircraft, and shop components using solvent-based systems.

2. Equipment Requirements

2.1 General Requirements (Applies to All Equipment)

• Must be solvent-based

• Must include minimum 1-year warranty

• Contractor shall provide operator training (in-person or manual/video)

• The Contractor is responsible for the complete physical installation of all delivered equipment.

Installation includes uncrating, setting the equipment in place, leveling, and connecting the units to existing, Government-provided electrical utilities.

• The Contractor shall coordinate with the Government Point of Contact (POC) post-award but prior to delivery to confirm the specific plug and receptacle type required for the designated installation location

• The Contractor shall remove all packaging and shipping debris from the installation site upon completion.

2.2 Automotive Parts Washers (FSS & LRS)

2.2.1 FSS Parts Washer Requirements (Bldg 424) (Qty 1)

• Minimum flow rate: 210 GPH

• Stainless steel construction

• 115V power

• Solvent-based with replaceable solvent

• Includes 30-gallon solvent drum

• Attached light

• Brush attachment capability

• Must fit within 3 ft wide space

• Unit shall be functionally equivalent to a standard drum-mounted solvent parts washing system commonly used for small-to-medium mechanical components

• No brand specified; equivalent models meeting all requirements are acceptable

2.2.2 LRS Parts Washer Requirements (Bldg 952) (Qty 1)

• Solvent-based

• 115V power

• No insulation required

• No dimensional constraints

• Used for cleaning small motor and vehicle parts.

• Unit shall be functionally equivalent to a standard solvent-based parts washing system designed for small mechanical components

• No brand specified; equivalent models meeting all requirements are acceptable

2.2.3 Paint Gun Cleaner – (Qty 1)

• Solvent-based

• Stainless steel construction

• Air-operated

• Must fit within 32” W × 18” D × 61” H space

• Includes plain steel solvent cans

• Unit shall be functionally equivalent to a standard single-gun automatic solvent cleaning system used in industrial finishing operations

• No brand specified; equivalent models meeting all requirements are acceptable

2.3 Wheel & Tire Overhaul Equipment (MXG)

2.3.1 Parts Washers (Qty 2)

• Standard steel construction

• Insulated

• Fluid capacity: 80 gallons minimum

• Solvent-based

• Power Requirement: Equipment must be compatible with existing facility power o 460V / 60Hz / 3PH

• Overall dimensions: 39” W × 30” D × 40” H maximum

• Minimum internal dimensions: 34” W × 25” L × 6” D

• Required add-ons:

o Bag filter column w/ indicator light o Programmable heater controller o Oil-water coalescer + future-use connections

2.3.2 Agitators (Qty 3)

• Fluid capacity: 80 gallons minimum

• Solvent-based

• Power: 115V/1PH or 230V/1PH–3PH

• Overall dimensions: 52” L × 36” D × 36” H maximum

• Minimum internal dimensions: 44” L × 24” D x 30” H

• Load capacity: 250 lbs minimum

• No add-ons required

2.3.2.1 Service Requirements for Wheel Overhaul Machines (MXG)

• Contractor will replace fluids quarterly for a minimum of 12 months post installation of machines

• Contractor will be available within 7 calendar day to accomplish as-needed services

• Function check post installation and document operational measurements (voltages, amp draws, etc.)

3. Installation & Delivery Timeline Requirements

• Delivery timelines:

o FSS: 60 days after date of award o LRS: 30 days after date of award o MXG: 180 days after date of award

4. Environmental Compliance Requirements

• Contractor shall provide a Certificate of Final Disposal for all waste materials removed from the installation.

• Contractor shall provide a completed EPA Form 8700-22, Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest, for all hazardous waste transported off-site.

• Contractor must submit all Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for any Hazardous Materials to staff at B1096, 30 days prior to base delivery.

• All disposal needs must be coordinated with staff in the Hazardous Waste Office (B1096).

• Disposal requires an initial and periodical sampling to characterize the waste material for disposal.

5. Training Requirements

• Contractor shall provide operator training for all equipment.

• MXG requires recordable training or a training video.

• LRS and FSS accept in-person or manual-based training.

6. Warranty Requirements

• Minimum 1-year warranty for all equipment.

• Warranty must cover all defects not caused by government misuse.

7. Security, Access, and Base Requirements

• Contractor must comply with base access, NCI background checks, escort requirements, and installation security policies.

• Work performed during normal duty hours unless approved otherwise.

7.1 Security

• Removing objects from refuse for personal use is unauthorized.

• Contractor shall adhere to all installation security policies.

ELIMINATION OF USE OF CLASS I OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES (ODS)

a. Contractors shall not:

1. Provide any service or product with any specification, standard, drawing, or other document that requires the use of a Class I ODS in the test, operation, or maintenance of any system, subsystem, item, component, or process; or

2. Provide any specification, standard, drawing, or other document that establishes a test, operation, or maintenance requirement that can only be met by use of a Class I ODS as part of this contract/order.

b. For the purposes of Department of the Air Force policy, the following products that are pure (i.e., they meet the relevant product specification identified in AFI 32-7086[AR2] ) are Class I ODSs:

1. Halons: 1011, 1202, 1211, 1301, and 2402;

2. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs): CFC-11, CFC-12, CFC-13, CFC-111, CFC-112, CFC-113, CFC-114, CFC-115, CFC-211, CFC-212, CFC- 213, CFC-214, CFC-215, CFC-216, and CFC-217, and the blends R-500, R-501, R-502, and R-503; and

3. Carbon Tetrachloride, Methyl Chloroform, and Methyl Bromide.