Acquisition of Stainless-Steel Breathing Air Compressors
Overview
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PSC
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Department of the Navy, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center, has awarded a sole-source, firm-fixed-price delivery order for the Acquisition of Stainless-Steel Breathing Air Compressors. This award, supported by a redacted justification, is for Bauer Compressors, Inc. to supply units for the Emergency Breathing Air Compressor (EBAC) system, critical for shipboard emergency breathing air.
Scope of Work
This acquisition covers:
- Navy Diesel Compressors (Part Number: C-D/DV/NAVY/SS).
- A base quantity of 80 units.
- Four options, each for 10 additional units.
- Delivery of the base quantity is required 24 weeks after award.
- The compressors are for the Damage Control and Personal Protection Equipment (DCPPE) Program, used to charge SCBA cylinders during shipboard electrical power loss or high-pressure air system casualties.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Delivery Order under GSA Schedule GS-07F-195GA.
- Contract Type: Sole Source.
- Funding: 100% Navy Working Capital Funds (NWCF).
- Period of Performance for Options: Fiscal Years 2026 – 2030.
- Place of Performance: Panama City, FL.
- Published Date: February 17, 2026.
Evaluation
This was a sole-source award to Bauer Compressors, Inc. A Limited-Sources Justification was provided, citing market research conducted via GSA e-Buy from January 20-22, 2026, where Bauer Compressors was the only respondent demonstrating capability. The agency determined that uniform compressors are imperative for emergency breathing air systems throughout the fleet for safety and maintenance reasons.
Additional Notes
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is the contracting activity. The total estimated value includes options and delivery to Panama City, FL.