Mobile Breathing Air Compressor Trailer, Travis AFB

The U.S. Air Force Air Mobility Command is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing and delivering a Mobile Breathing Air Compressor Trailer for Travis Air Force Base in California. This sources sought notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The trailer must be a self-contained, towable unit designed to provide clean, safe breathing air for refilling Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) cylinders used by firefighters, and must comply with National Trailer Manufacturers Association (NATM) guidelines and NFPA 1901 2016 edition standards. Interested vendors must submit responses by April 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. PST to Amelia Estrada-Dighiera at amelia.estrada_dighiera@us.af.mil, including company name, address, phone number, point of contact, CAGE code, company size status, U.S. or foreign ownership designation, product literature, and a written certification of compliance with government specifications. Respondents are responsible for confirming receipt of their submission by contacting the Contract Specialist at 707-424-7664 prior to the deadline, and should note that the Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding to this notice.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small businesses—including Small Disadvantaged Businesses, HUBZone Firms, certified 8(a) firms, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Woman-Owned Small Businesses—are eligible to respond. The procuring activity has not identified any current incumbents or disclosed a specific award value or budget range. The Mobile Breathing Air Compressor Trailer specifications indicate the unit must feature a diesel/electric dual drive system (27 HP diesel at 20 kW; 20 HP electric at 15 kW), two ASME air storage cylinders, hydraulic surge brakes, a 7.5 kW belt-driven auxiliary generator, and an electronic moisture-monitoring system, with a maximum weight of 5,500 pounds and dimensions of 183"L x 95"W x 105"H. The contractor must deliver the completed unit to Travis Air Force Base within 90–120 days, including freight, system start-up, and orientation training provided by a factory-certified technician. Non-response to this sources sought does not preclude future participation should a formal solicitation be issued.