Statement of Requirements 42 CES/Fire Dept – Gunter Annex SCBA Air Compressor Workstation

1.0 PURPOSE.

Gunter fire station needs to complete a life cycle replacement of its Maco SCBA air compressor (22 years old). Upgrading to a Bauer Workstation is a critical investment in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and operational readiness of a fire department. The Bauer Workstation supplies compressed air to Self-Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SCBAs), which firefighters rely on when entering hazardous environments such as fires, smoke-filled buildings, or areas with toxic gases. A modern, reliable Bauer Workstation is essential for maintaining the health and safety of firefighters and supporting the department’s ability to respond effectively to emergencies. The primary function of the Bauer Workstation is to safely fill SCBAs with high-quality, breathable air, ensuring that firefighters have a reliable and clean air supply during dangerous operations. SCBAs are critical for protecting firefighters from inhaling toxic fumes, smoke, and harmful chemicals encountered in a fire. An outdated or unreliable air supply system can compromise the health and safety of personnel by causing delays in air refilling, contamination, or failure to meet the required air pressure levels, which could lead to life-threatening situations.

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS.

2.1 Bauer Unicus 4S Workstation that includes:

2.1.1 6000psi 13.0 scfm compressor; 10HP

2.1.2 Full gauge panel including a pressure gauge for each stage of compression and oil pressure

2.1.3 Emergency stop switch

2.1.4 Hinged cascade fill control panel with Lexan laminate air flow/fill schematic

2.1.5 Air directional valve for storage bypass

2.1.6 UL Listed Electrical Assembly

2.1.7 NEMA 4 Electrical enclosure

2.1.8 Bauer PLC based controller with 7” color HMI touch screen

2.1.9 Inlet filter maintenance indicator

2.1.10 P2 B-Securus purification system

2.1.11 Automatic condensates drain (ACD) system

2.1.12 Condensate reservoir with automatic “Full” indication and compressor shutdown

2.1.13 Compressor low oil pressure/high temp safety shutdown w/panel mounted fault lights

2.1.14 Sound attenuating enclosure with slam-action latches and lift-off hinges.

2.1.15 NFPA 1901 2016 edition 3 position containment fill station that accommodates SCBA/SCUBA up to 31” overall length with all three positions set for 4500psi with universal adapter.

2.2 Specifications:

2.2.1 Remote fill option w/100ft hose reel, adjustable regulator, gauge and isolation valve.

2.2.2 “FIRE” Edition Paint Scheme

2.2.3 Bauer electronic carbon monoxide monitor with cal kit-GAS tek

2.2.4 Modified air intake for outside air

2.3 Installation Requirements:

2.3.1 Relocate existing power supply disconnect panel and associated conduit/wiring to accommodate footprint of new equipment.

2.3.2 Relocate existing water supply shut off valve to maintain accessibility after new equipment is installed.

3.0 DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS:

3.1 Compressor will be delivered to the Fire Station at Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex Bldg. 834. It will be placed in the truck bay where the old compressor currently sits.

3.2 Delivery Address:

Maxwell/ Gunter Annex Airforce Base Fire Department Bldg. 834 105 South Turner Blvd.

Montgomery, AL 36114

4.0 STANDARD WARRANTY: The contractor shall provide any Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standard commercial warranty applicable to the products being purchased at no additional cost to the Government.

4.1 Prior to project acceptance, the contractor shall provide the customer with all manufacturer warranties as needed for any component incorporated into this project such as equipment manuals, literature, CDs and DVDs and other documentation on all equipment and software.

4.2 Prior to project acceptance, the contractor shall provide written procedures, points of contact within company, and required information for all warranty services prior to project acceptance.

This information shall include written confirmation of the warranty period, phone numbers and contact information/procedures for technical support, troubleshooting assistance, and replacement of faulty equipment and software.

5.0 GENERAL INFORMATION: Items must be brand new. Refurbished items are not authorized.

6.0 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Company will need to train fire department on care and use of compressor.

7.0 OMBUDSMAN

5352.201-9101 AETC Ombudsman

(a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the interested party to another official who can resolve the concern.

(b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution.

Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions).

(c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, the interested party may contact the ombudsman, Mr. Juan Martinez, Deputy Director, AFICC/KT, 2035 First Street West, JBSA

Randolph TX 78150-4304, telephone 210-652-1722, juan.martinez.2@us.af.mil. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the Center/MAJCOM/DRU/SMC ombudsman level, may be brought by the interested party for further consideration to the Air

Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air

Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (571) 256-2395, facsimile number

(571) 256-2431.

(d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency.

(e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the contracting officer.

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