New Integral Quench Furnace Per Specification for Watervliet Arsenal

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal is seeking to procure one (1) Integral Quench Furnace for the Watervliet Arsenal, with a comprehensive specification detailed in document #02-25-3680. The solicitation requires a high-precision furnace with specific performance characteristics, including 36x60x36 inch effective work dimensions, a 3,500 lb load capacity, and an operating temperature range of 1,600F to 1,875F with +/- 25F uniformity. Contractors must submit electronic responses by 04:00 PM on April 14, 2025, to giuseppe.tropiano.civ@army.mil, including a completed Request for Quotes, pricing, and a Statement of Compliance. The government will evaluate technical acceptability at its sole discretion, with a focus on meeting detailed technical specifications that include compliance with NFPA, ASME, and AMS 2750H standards. Key evaluation criteria will include the furnace's ability to meet precise performance requirements, installation capabilities, and comprehensive documentation.

This solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside, meaning only businesses with 500 or fewer employees can compete for the contract. The procurement is classified under NAICS category 333994 (Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing) and PSC category 3680 (Foundry Machinery). The place of performance is Watervliet, New York, with the furnace intended for heat treating various steel parts at the Watervliet Arsenal. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) procurement, requiring a turnkey system that includes delivery, installation, and comprehensive training for Arsenal personnel. The successful contractor will be responsible for providing a complete system with all necessary components, including a natural gas heating system, endothermic gas atmosphere, quench tank, and comprehensive control systems. The procurement emphasizes the need for a high-quality, reliable equipment solution that meets stringent technical and operational requirements.