Sources Sought - Wheel Overhaul Machines

The 22 Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force Air Mobility Command is issuing a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified vendors capable of providing two parts washers and two agitators for wheel overhaul operations at McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas. The specified equipment includes MAGIDO X-53 L160E parts washers (or equal) with four required add-ons including stainless steel bag filters, programmable controllers, and oil water coalescers, along with CleanMaster 80 agitators (or equal). Key requirements include delivery to Building 1126 within 270 days of contract award, function checks within 30 days of delivery, operator and maintenance training within 60 days of function checks, and 12 months of comprehensive service and warranty coverage. This is a market research announcement only and does not constitute a firm solicitation or commitment to award a contract; responses will be used for planning purposes to determine an adequate supply of qualified contractors. The deadline for responding to this Sources Sought is April 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT, and interested parties should submit capability statements without pricing information.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, making it available exclusively to small business concerns. No incumbent contractor or award value information is disclosed in this Sources Sought announcement, as the government is still in the market research phase to assess contractor capability and availability. The required equipment specifications include specific technical parameters such as 84-gallon fluid capacity for the parts washers, 460V/60Hz/3PH power requirements, and 80-gallon capacity with 250-pound load capacity for the agitators with 115VAC/60Hz/1PH power. All contractor personnel must successfully complete National Crime Information Center background checks and obtain base identification and vehicle passes, with vehicles restricted to entry through the west gate at McConnell Air Force Base. Interested contractors should note that the government will provide no equipment, facilities, utilities, or personnel support, and all response costs are the sole responsibility of the bidding company.