Mobile breathing air recharging system
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- Solicitation number
- FA466125Q0169
- Agency
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Global Strike Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333912 Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Dyess AFB, Texas 79607, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Air Force, 7th Contracting Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas, is conducting market research for a mobile breathing air recharging system through this sources sought notice. The Air Force seeks manufacturers capable of producing a high-pressure breathing air compressor system that can deliver at least 6000 PSI to fill SCBA cylinders, with air quality meeting NFPA 1989 standards and a multi-stage filtration system including moisture separators, oil separators, and CO/CO2 removal. The system must be mounted on a weather-resistant trailer equipped with DOT-compliant attachments, powered by either electric or engine-driven motor for both stationary and mobile use, and include an efficient cooling system for continuous operation in high-temperature environments. Additional requirements include a user-friendly digital control panel with automatic shut-off and emergency stop mechanisms, certification to meet OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards, easy maintenance access, and on-site training for operators. Interested firms must submit a Statement of Capability by 1:00 PM CST on July 28, 2025, including company name, CAGE code, point of contact, address, and phone number.
This procurement opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333912 (Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing). No current contractors or incumbents are mentioned in the notice, and no specific award values or budget ranges are provided since this is strictly a market research request. The system specifications include a cascade storage system capable of holding at least 2 cylinders with 6000 PSI capacity, though no specific quantities of systems to be procured are indicated. The notice emphasizes that this is purely for market research purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation, with no guarantee of future contract award or obligation to reimburse respondents for preparation costs. The government reserves the right to set aside any subsequent acquisition based on the responses received from this sources sought announcement.
Notice text
- THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR QUOTATION OR AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF A SOLICITATION. This request for information is for the purpose of conducting market research to provide data for planning purposes. This sources sought synopsis announcement does not constitute a formal solicitation and is not a request for proposal, request for quote, invitation for bid, does not obligate the government to award a contract, issue a solicitation, reimburse respondents for any proposal preparation and/or submittal costs, nor does its issuance in any way restrict the Government as to its ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will not pay for any materials provided in response to this notice and submittals will not be returned to the sender.
- The United States Air Force, 7th Contracting Squadron, located on Dyess Air Force Base, in Abilene Texas is seeking potential sources capable of providing manufacturing of a Breathing air recharging system meeting the below characteristics. Subject to NAICS 333912 Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing.
- The minimum requirements are as follows:
- High-pressure breathing air compressor capable of delivering at least 6000 PSI to fill SCBA cylinders
- Air quality meeting NFPA 1989 standard for breathing air quality
- Multi-stage filtration system with moisture separators, oil separators, and CO/CO2 removal
- Cascade storage system capable of holding at least 2 cylinders with a capacity of 6000 PSI
- Weather resistant trailer (on which all elements of the system must be mounted/stored/operated) equipped with all appropriate attachments/accessories to meet DOT regulations
- Powered by either an electric or engine-driven motor, suitable for both stationary and mobile use
- An efficient cooling system which would ensure continuous operation in high-temperature environments
- User-friendly control panel with digital readouts for pressure, temperature, and operational status.
- Include automatic shut-off, pressure relief valves, and emergency stop mechanisms.
- Must be certified to meet or exceed OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards for safety and performance.
- Easy access for maintenance with recommended service intervals and parts readily available
- Provide on-site training for operators and maintenance personnel
- Interested firms are invited to submit a Statement of Capability (SOC) showing the company's ability to fulfill the requirement above. It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this requirement. This is not a solicitation, nor will a solicitation be issued as a result of this announcement, and no award shall be made as a result of this letter. In the event that a solicitation is developed, it will be assigned a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) number or Request for Quotation (RFQ), and the announcement may be published on SAM.gov.
- Responses to this letter will assist the government in identifying potential sources and determining if a sole source or set-aside of the solicitation is appropriate. Firms responding to this announcement should include company name, cage code, point of contact, address, phone number. The Government reserves the right to set-aside any subsequent acquisition based upon known sources and/or responses to this synopsis. Responses are requested no later than 1:00 P.M. (Central Standard Time - CST) on 28 July 2025.
- For additional information regarding this procurement, please contact the undersigned at reijo.rantala@us.af.milor (325) 696-4188.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sources sought.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile breathing air recharging system | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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