Rental of Propane Water Heater (600, 000 BTU/hr) and associated components

Naval Sea Systems Command intends to solicit the rental of a propane water heater (600,000 BTU/hr) and associated components with responses due by October 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM EST; this procurement is set aside for Total Small Business under NAICS 532490.

Place of performance is Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego, California, with an anticipated start of March 2027 and expected duration of 3–5 months. The system must deliver a minimum output of 600,000 BTU/hr and include frame/skid-mounted equipment with fork truck pockets and lifting pad eyes, water heater with bottom drain valve and air vent valve, two temperature gauges, water pressure gauge, flow meter, two isolation valves, reducing tee, and temperature/pressure relief valve. All connections must use 2–1/2 inch diameter cam and groove quick disconnect fittings with nonferrous metal isolation valves rated to 150 PSI minimum. The contractor must provide a minimum 200-gallon propane tank with level indicator and ensure California fuel emissions compliance.

The contractor bears full responsibility for preventative maintenance, weekly inspections, repairs, and training throughout the lease period. Repair service must be provided within 12 hours of notification; if the original equipment cannot be restored within 24 hours, replacement equipment must be delivered within 48 hours at no additional charge. The contractor must deliver the system fully fueled, assembled, and operational with comprehensive technical documentation, maintain 24/7 emergency repair contact availability, and provide training to shipyard personnel. Personnel accessing the base must be U.S. citizens with valid identification and obtain necessary security badges through the base pass office. Sources are sought from vendors who own the proposed equipment or can confirm compliance with the Statement of Work.