Water Softener System Purchase and Maintenance

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Mission and Installation Contracting Command is seeking a qualified contractor to procure, install, and maintain a vertical pressure-type pool water softener system for a two-year service period. The system must meet or exceed the specifications outlined in the CTM Duplex 210 PF specification document, including a 21-inch by 62-inch resin tank, electronic controller, control valve, brine maker, and associated equipment. Qualified manufacturers must demonstrate at least 50 years of experience in water treatment equipment manufacturing, with Culligan International Company identified as the acceptable manufacturer or an Engineer-approved equivalent. The entire system must be certified to NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 372, CSA 483.1, UL/CUL, and CE standards. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on April 14, 2026, with a due date of May 8, 2026, providing prospective bidders approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their responses.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small business entities. The system must operate within specific performance parameters, including a minimum continuous flow rate of 65 gallons per minute at 15 psi pressure drop and a maximum peak flow rate of 85 gallons per minute, with an operating pressure range of 35-125 psi and temperature range of 40-120°F. The contractor must provide factory-authorized service representative support for maintenance, inspection, regular interval service, and operator training throughout the two-year contract period. The specification references the Culligan Top Mount water softener system as the baseline for acceptable performance, though the government will consider equivalent alternatives that meet all stated requirements. The contract encompasses the complete procurement, installation, and operational support of the water treatment system, with the two-year service period ensuring ongoing maintenance and technical support following initial system deployment.