CE SCBA Air Compressor
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 the 436th Civil Engineer Squadron at Dover Air Force Base, DE, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify vendors capable of providing a Bauer brand breathing air compressor system for fire department emergency responders. This system must be NFPA 1901 and 1989 compliant. Responses are due by June 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a breathing air compressor system designed for emergency responders. Key specifications include:
- An all-in-one unit with 6,000 PSI storage capacity and 15-25 horsepower.
- Three SCBA fill stations accommodating cylinders up to 31" overall length.
- A 100-foot high-pressure cabinet-enclosed hose reel.
- A sound-attenuating enclosure with slam-action latches.
- An automatic condensate drain system with a non-corrosive reservoir, integrated float sensor, and automatic "Full" indication with compressor shutdown.
- Safety alarms with an emergency stop button.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 4:00 PM Z
- Published: June 01, 2026, 6:47 PM Z
- Product Service Code: 4310 (Compressors And Vacuum Pumps)
Key Requirements & Justification
A Bauer brand compressor is specifically required due to existing unit integration with service contract FA449725C0008, which includes quarterly air purity checks. Procuring a different brand would lead to incompatibility with the current service infrastructure, void the existing service contract, and potentially compromise the safety and operational continuity of life-safety equipment. Substitution would result in increased costs, loss of warranty, and potential non-compliance with NFPA standards.
Relevance to Bidders
This notice serves as market research to identify qualified small businesses. Vendors should demonstrate their capability to meet all specified salient characteristics, particularly the Bauer brand requirement and NFPA compliance, to be considered for this opportunity. This is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a solicitation.