Buckley SFB FA2543 Gas Valve Replacement
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 Air Force, specifically FA2543 460 CONS at Buckley Space Force Base, CO, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for the replacement of six (6) gas control valves. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The purpose is to identify qualified contractors capable of providing technicians and specialized tools for this requirement. Responses are due by April 8, 2026.
Purpose & Scope of Work
This Sources Sought is for market research to determine the method of procurement for replacing six (6) gas control valves suspected of damage from a faulty gas regulator. The contractor shall provide fully qualified technicians and all specialized tools.
The Statement of Work (SOW) details the following:
- Gas Valve Installation, System Inspections, and Re-commissioning: Review manuals, install valves per manufacturer specifications, conduct comprehensive leak checks (static and operational), perform full safety inspections of gas-fired equipment, and re-commission boilers/water heaters after operational tests.
- Deficiency Reporting: Deliver a report detailing compromised components and, if additional work is recommended, a separate detailed report with justification.
- Performance Standards: Submit a final report including pre- and post-installation gas pressure readings, leak check results, operational/safety check summaries, combustion analysis, replaced parts log, and unit deficiency summary.
- Return of Materials: Tag and return all removed parts to the 460 CES project manager.
Key Information Requested
Respondents are asked to provide information on:
- Fastest delivery time to Buckley SFB, CO.
- Alternative NAICS codes.
- Required certifications for end-user to use/install equipment.
- Availability of pre-priced contract vehicles (e.g., GSA schedule) and contract numbers.
- Warranty details (standard and extended options).
- Company information (name, address, POC, phone, email, CAGE/DUNS).
- Confirmation of authorized re-seller status for items on GSA schedule.
- Clarity of the requirement and need for further clarification.
- Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM).
- Feasibility of completing work and deliverables within 60 days after award.
- Need for a site visit.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 8, 2026, 22:00 UTC
- Published: April 1, 2026
- Period of Performance: 60 days after Receipt of Award.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at 606 S. Aspen St., Buckley SFB, Aurora, CO 80011. No building-wide downtime is required; individual units can be isolated.
Special Requirements
Technicians must be certified and licensed for commercial boilers, with specialized certification for Rinnai Tankless Water Heaters (Model # REU-KBD3237FFUDC-US) and Lochinvar Knight Boilers (Models # KBN601, KBN286). Work must comply with manufacturer specifications, UFC 3-410-01, UFC 3-420-01, ASME codes, and applicable state/local laws. Contractor-furnished items include all necessary materials (gas control valves, fittings) and specialized tools.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Ethan Sullivan, ethan.sullivan@spaceforce.mil, 720-847-6446.