Sources Sought - Pumping Units

The Department of the Army, specifically the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal, is conducting market research for the procurement of four distinct pumping units: two sewage pumping units and two clear water pumping units intended for the Expeditionary Latrine System. This sources sought notice is designed to gather comprehensive information from potential vendors about their manufacturing capabilities, production capacities, and business qualifications. Vendors are requested to submit detailed responses by May 23, 2025, at 5 PM Eastern Standard Time directly to Mr. Evan Graham via email. The market research survey seeks information on company profiles, business types, manufacturing capabilities, production lead times, monthly production rates, current pricing, quality management systems, and commercial availability. The government is soliciting responses from both small and large businesses, with particular interest in small business categories including 8(a), HUBZone, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and small disadvantaged businesses.

The procurement has no specific set-aside designation, indicating potential open competition across business sizes. The initial procurement estimates involve 20 units in the first year, with 45 units projected annually for Years 2-5, suggesting a substantial and consistent requirement for these pumping units. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the multi-year procurement indicates a potentially significant contract value. The notice is categorized under NAICS code 237110 for Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction and PSC code 4320 for Power And Hand Pumps, which provides additional context for the technical specifications of the required equipment. Importantly, the Army emphasizes that this is a voluntary information-gathering process, and there is no guarantee that a solicitation or contract will be issued as a result of this market research initiative. Potential vendors are encouraged to provide comprehensive and detailed responses to help the government understand the market landscape for these specialized pumping units.