Sources Sought 100 Ton Chiller - Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command through Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is conducting market research to identify potential small business sources for leasing a temporary 100-ton critical chiller system. The procurement involves renting a comprehensive chiller equipment package including an air-cooled chiller unit, pump, hoses, elbows, and heat tape for use at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard facility in Kittery, Maine. Key technical requirements include operation at 25% load capacity, functioning in ambient temperatures from 0-100°F with process water temperatures between 38-60°F, non-ferrous components contacting process water, and noise levels preferably under 85 dB. Vendors must provide weekly equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, rapid repair response within 24-48 hours, technical documentation, and personnel training. Small business respondents must submit their interest and capabilities by 11:59 PM ET on August 10, 2025, including compliance with specific FAR clauses, active CAGE Code, current SAM registration, and confirmation they do not appear on the Excluded Parties List. Responses are limited to ten pages and must include company details, business size classification, and a capabilities statement.

This sources sought notice does not utilize any set-aside designation and represents a market research effort under NAICS Code 532490 for commercial and industrial machinery rental and leasing. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the documentation. The proposed performance period spans approximately two years from February 12, 2026, to March 27, 2028, though no specific contract values or budget ranges are disclosed in the notice. The government reserves full discretion on whether to proceed with a competitive solicitation following this market research phase. The technical specifications require a single 100-ton capacity chiller system with extensive mechanical and electrical requirements, and vendors must complete a detailed compliance checklist demonstrating alignment with all specified technical and service requirements. This represents a critical infrastructure support requirement for ongoing naval shipyard operations during the specified timeframe.