Blast Machine and Hopper
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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 / NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR YOKOSUKA is issuing a Solicitation for the procurement of two Blast Machines and Hoppers for sandblasting operations at the SRF X71 facility, US Naval Base Yokosuka, Japan. This unrestricted acquisition is specifically for sources authorized to operate and do business in Japan. Quotations are due March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of two (2) skid-mounted blast machines and two (2) skid-mounted hoppers. The equipment is intended for onboard and in-shop sandblasting work to remove rust and paint. Key requirements include:
- Equipment must be current production models, corrosion-resistant painted, and drainable for rainwater.
- Lifting padeyes must be welded, painted yellow, with a Safety Working Load (SWL) of at least 50% of the total weight.
- Blast machines must have a minimum 550-liter capacity, be dry blast systems, and have a maximum working pressure of 0.69MPa, with a maximum weight of 2,140lbs (970kg).
- Hoppers must have a minimum 1,500-liter capacity and a maximum weight of 2,425lbs (1,100kg).
- Accessories include a 20m extension remote control cable and three (3) spare pendant switches.
- All documentation must be in English or have English translation.
- The provided Enclosure document offers critical visual and dimensional information for bidders.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Firm Fixed Price)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (limited to sources authorized to operate in Japan)
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Clarification Requests Due: March 23, 2026, 1500 Japan Standard Time
- Quotations Due: March 30, 2026, 11:00 AM Japan Standard Time
- Delivery Required By: December 31, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations must be submitted electronically via email to yukako.hishikura.ln@us.navy.mil.
- Submissions are on an "All or NONE" basis; partial or incomplete quotations will be ineligible.
- Offerors must submit a price proposal and a brochure/catalog of the quoted items.
- Evaluation will be based on technical capability and the lowest price quote.
Eligibility
This acquisition is unrestricted but is specifically intended only for sources authorized to operate and do business in Japan, as prescribed by DFARS 252.225-7042. Prime contractors located outside of Japan must submit documentation demonstrating compliance with this requirement.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, covering aspects such as Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions, item unique identification, and consumption tax exemption for Japan.