355 EMS - Aircraft Wheel Cleaner

The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command is seeking to procure an aircraft wheel washer for the 355th Equipment Maintenance Squadron (355 EMS) located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The solicitation requires a specialized parts washer with specific technical characteristics, including dimensions ranging from 74" to 112" long, operating at temperatures between 140 to 190 degrees Fahrenheit, and capable of handling a table load capacity of 1,800 to 2,500 LBS. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror, with evaluation based primarily on technical capability and price. Key submission dates include questions due by May 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time, and quotes due via email by May 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is SSgt Edilberto Sampang Jr., who can be reached at 520-228-4967.

The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS category 336413 with a 1,250 employee size standard. The solicitation covers procurement of one aircraft wheel cleaner with comprehensive requirements including a 12-month full manufacturer's warranty, start-up training, and specific accessories like an OSB Automatic Oil Skimmer and heated regenerative dry system. The place of performance is Tucson, AZ 85708, with the equipment intended to support wheel and tire maintenance processes for the Air Force's aircraft fleet. The solicitation incorporates provisions from Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03, DFARS, and DAFFARS effective January and October 2025. The government reserves the right to make multiple or no award, and past performance will not be evaluated in this procurement process. Potential contractors must comply with extensive regulatory requirements outlined in the attached provisions and clauses document, which covers areas such as business ethics, labor standards, and supply chain security.