Air Cooled Air Compressor

The Department of Energy Office of Science is seeking to procure an air-cooled air compressor for its Argonne National Laboratory location in Lemont, Illinois. The solicitation requires a specific air compressor with 40 CFM capacity at 125 psi, featuring a 60-gallon integral storage tank, 208/230/460V 3-phase power supply, and maximum 10 HP output. Potential vendors must submit a comprehensive response package including a signed RFQ cover page, completed Representations and Certifications form (ANL-70A), a published price list or redacted invoice demonstrating price reasonableness, country of origin verification, and lead time confirmation. The evaluation will focus strictly on technical specifications, with the agency explicitly stating that bids not meeting the detailed requirements will be automatically disqualified. Quotes must be submitted by April 2, 2025, with the solicitation originally posted on March 28, 2025.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific business category and will be open to all qualified manufacturers in the Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing sector (NAICS 333912). The total procurement appears to be for a single air compressor unit, with the manufacturer required to provide equipment start-up and commissioning services as part of the contract. The maximum physical footprint for the equipment is specified as 72" x 36", and the system must include microprocessor controls and an oil-lubricated system. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement will be governed by Argonne's Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items dated February 13, 2023. The place of performance is specified as Lemont, IL 60439, and vendors are encouraged to indicate any potential discounts available through DOE or GSA contract pricing.