Powerex (or equivalent) medical air vacuum system and medical air compressor system

The FDA's National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) is seeking quotations for two pieces of newly manufactured medical equipment: a Powerex medical vacuum system (Model VVOTD0303 or equivalent) and a Powerex medical open scroll compressor system (Model MSD05A3xK5 or equivalent). The vacuum system must deliver 12.5 SCFM at 19 inches of mercury with dual oil-less rotary vane pumps and a 200 psig receiver, while the compressor system must provide 16.6 SCFM at 50 PSIG with dual belt-driven oil-less scroll compressors, a 200 PSIG receiver tank, and dual heatless desiccant air dryers. Both systems must be wired for 208 voltage 60 Hz, include vibration isolation pads, and fit within a room measuring approximately 148" × 89" × 92". The solicitation requires contractors to submit technical specifications demonstrating compliance with all requirements, manufacturer supply letters if applicable, and an Accessibility Conformance Report addressing Section 508 standards. Quotations are due by April 28, 2026, at 2:30 PM Central Time, and must be held firm through September 30, 2026.

This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333912 (Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard threshold. No incumbent contractor is identified in the solicitation. The contract is firm fixed price with all costs including shipping, onsite installation, user training, removal of old equipment, operations and maintenance manuals, on-site operator training for at least two attendees, and a one-year warranty from FDA acceptance. All delivery, installation, startup checks, and training must be completed within 120 days of contract award. Performance of work will take place at the US FDA/NCTR facility located at 3900 NCTR Road, Jefferson, Arkansas 72079, with payment terms of Net 30 days after government acceptance via the Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).