Environmental chamber

The Bureau of Reclamation is soliciting proposals for a single environmental chamber to support operations within its Concrete and Structural Laboratory and Geotechnical Laboratory and Field Support groups. The reach-in freestanding chamber must meet specific technical specifications, including an internal workspace of 75-85 cubic feet, temperature capability ranging from -30°C to 180°C, humidity control from 10-95% RH, and a 450-pound load capacity. Additional requirements include two internal shelves, 480-volt hardwired power, a UL 508A-compliant control panel, stainless steel interior construction, forced air convection, and a digital temperature controller. The solicitation mandates that the environmental chamber be new equipment with manufacturer parts availability guaranteed for at least 10 years and a minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty. The solicitation notice was posted on December 10, 2025, with proposals due by December 17, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, limiting competition to small business entities. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price commercial item acquisition under Standard Form 1449. The equipment must be delivered to the Bureau of Reclamation's Denver, Colorado location, with a performance period from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation materials provided. The procurement falls under NAICS category 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC category 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies), indicating the specialized nature of the required equipment.