Building 35 Chiller Replacement
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
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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 Kansas Air National Guard is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified small businesses for the Building 35 Chiller Replacement project at McConnell AFB, Kansas. This notice aims to gather information on potential sources for future needs, including interested small business sources. Responses are due by June 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves the replacement of an existing 80-ton chiller unit with a new Trane 80-ton chiller (or equivalent) utilizing 134A refrigerant. Key tasks include:
- Removal of the existing unit, including disposal of refrigerant.
- Installation of the replacement chiller, ensuring proper grounding.
- Updating the Direct Digital Control (DDC) system as necessary.
- Potential utilization of a crane for unit removal and replacement.
- Expansion or modification of the existing concrete pad if new unit dimensions differ.
- Ensuring electrical connections (460V, 500 kcmil conductors) and 4" water piping are compatible, with necessary panel/breaker updates.
- Installation of a 4" T-valve to allow for the hook-up of a temporary chiller. All work must comply with federal, state, local, and industry standards (e.g., AIA, ACI, NEC, NFPA, OSHA). Hazardous materials must be managed per FAR clauses and McConnell AFB Hazardous Materials Management Program (HMMP).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research Only)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Note: If adequate small business competition is not available, it may be advertised as unrestricted.
- NAICS: 238220 (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million)
- Response Due: June 8, 2026, 2:00 PM CT
- Published: May 28, 2026
- Place of Performance: Building 35, McConnell AFB, Wichita, Kansas.
Submission Requirements & Evaluation
Interested parties must complete and return the attached "Sources Sought Response Form." This form requires company information, socio-economic status, SAM registration confirmation, and bonding capability for single and aggregate projects. Firms should also advise on their capabilities and past performance. Responses will be used to assess market capabilities and determine acquisition strategy. Incomplete responses or failure to sign may impact a firm's consideration for set-aside solicitations. A site inspection is required prior to bid opening for any future solicitation.
Contact Information
Questions and responses should be emailed to 184WG.MSG.CONTRACTING@us.af.mil with the subject line "Sources Sought B35 Chiller Replacement." Primary Contact: Kevin Smith (316-759-7591) Secondary Contact: Joshua Kingori (316-759-7590)