Pumping Assembly, Water

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is soliciting a contract for Water Pumping Assembly (NSN: 4320-01-700-3455), specifically a 125 GPM pumping unit that must conform to MIL-PRF-52109J performance specifications dated June 28, 2021. The procurement requires a First Article Test (FAT) for the pumping assembly, which must meet detailed military performance standards including specific temperature range tolerances, noise limitations, and fuel/water service capabilities. Potential contractors must be able to produce 18 base units with an additional 18 units as an option, utilizing Military Level A packaging with special packaging instructions. Electronic submissions are mandatory, and the contract will be awarded using a firm-fixed-price structure with potential reverse auction pricing procedures. The solicitation requires all offers to be submitted by January 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with production delivery expected within 390 days after award if FAT is required, or 180 days if FAT is waived.

This procurement is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside, limiting competition to qualifying small business entities in the Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing sector (NAICS 333914). The place of performance is within the United States, with delivery FOB destination and origin inspection/acceptance points. The government requires detailed packaging specifications, including custom wooden crating, vapor barrier bags, and shock-absorbing mechanisms, with a total unit pack weight of 319 pounds and specific dimensional requirements. The basic contract quantity is 18 units, with an option for an additional 18 units, and the equipment must meet stringent military specifications for portable, self-priming centrifugal pumping assemblies. Potential contractors must demonstrate capabilities in manufacturing military-grade pumping equipment that can operate in extreme temperature conditions and meet precise performance and reliability standards.