15B20926Q00000010 HOT WATER BOOSTER
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), FCI McKean, is soliciting quotes for the supply of a Hot Water Booster (Solicitation #15B20926Q00000010). This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract, set aside 100% for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The requirement is for a vertical, double wall, compact 40 GPM water-to-water indirect heater. Offers are due April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the supply purchase only of a hot water booster to replace an existing unit at FCI McKean. BOP staff will provide labor for installation. The required booster must be capable of heating domestic water from 40°F to 120°F with 190°F incoming boiler water, and have a minimum 40 GPM flow capacity.
Key specifications include:
- 3" domestic cold water inlet and 2" hot water outlet.
- 120v controls and circulation pump.
- Maximum height not to exceed 90 inches.
- ASME pressure and temperature valve set at 150 psig and 210°F.
- Double wall tube bundle construction.
- Electronic 3-way control valve and domestic circulation pump, both mounted.
- Integral temperature control system and ASHRAE-compliant insulation.
- Domestic and boiler water thermometers with separable thermowells.
- Designed for in-place disassembly for maintenance and inspection, with ample clearance for tube bundle removal.
- Compliance with all appropriate state and federal codes, including Uniform Building Code (UBC), National Plumbing Code (NPC), NFPA, Life Safety Code, OSHA, and American Correctional Association Standards.
- Substitutions to specifications are prohibited.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- NAICS Code: 423720 (Plumbing Fixtures And Accessories)
- Solicitation Available: April 1, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Offer Due Date: April 17, 2026, 3:00 PM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: April 24, 2026
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
The Government intends to award a contract without discussions, based on the most advantageous offer considering both past performance and price. Offerors must submit signed and dated offers including the solicitation number, company information (name, address, phone, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator), information for evaluation, responses to provisions, and a statement of agreement with terms. Offers must be emailed to csudbrook@bop.gov and m4morris@bop.gov (preferred) or faxed to (814) 363-6815. Offerors should call to verify receipt if no confirmation email is received.
Additional Notes
- Warranty: Minimum 10-year for tube bundle, 20-year guarantee against leakage for pressure vessel, and 20-year guarantee for temperature control system.
- Delivery: FCI McKean Warehouse, 6975 Route 59, Lewis Run, PA 16738.
- All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).