FCI Sandstone - Replace K-Unit AHU

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FCI Sandstone) is seeking to procure a new tandem compressor unit to replace the existing inoperable unit on the K-Unit Air Handling Unit (AHU), Circuit #1. The current Emerson/Copeland Tandem Compressor Unit (model ZRT320K3-TWC-790) is beyond its useful life and unrepairable, necessitating a complete replacement. The procurement requires a compressor with specific technical specifications including a capacity range of 173,000-362,000 Btu, compatibility with R-438A, R-407C, or R-22 refrigerant, 11-11.5 EER efficiency rating, and 3-phase 200/230V electrical configuration. This is a supply-only contract as institution staff will perform the installation of the equipment. Quotes must be submitted electronically to Luke Bonner at lbonner@bop.gov by October 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with awards to be made on a firm fixed price basis.

This solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 333415 (Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The contract does not identify any incumbent contractors, as this appears to be a straightforward equipment replacement procurement. While specific award values are not disclosed in the documentation, the procurement involves supplying a single tandem compressor unit with all associated shipping costs included in the quoted price. The equipment must be delivered to FCI Sandstone located at 2300 County Rd 29, Sandstone, Minnesota 55072. The replacement unit must be either the exact existing Emerson/Copeland model or an equivalent that meets all specified technical requirements and maintains compatibility with the existing air handling unit and associated system components.