Central Vacuum Pre-Separator
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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 Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for the procurement, delivery, installation, performance verification, and training of a Central Vacuum Pre-Separator system at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 11, 2026, with proposals due by March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for one (1) Eurovac 30" Brand Name or equivalent cyclonic pre-separator with a 55-gallon steel drum adapter. The system must be freestanding, constructed of welded steel, and capable of capturing coarse particulates larger than two (2) inches, with an airflow capacity of 2500–3250 CFM. The scope includes:
- Connecting the pre-separator to the existing central vacuum system.
- Integrating a dust level sensor (Eurovac or equivalent IFM LMT105) and installing two (2) 24VDC red strobe lights for fullness alerts.
- Providing all necessary piping, tubing, fittings, hangers, supports, and field wiring compliant with Tinker AFB electrical standards.
- Delivering operator training for at least ten (10) personnel for eight (8) hours per day.
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local, and Tinker AFB environmental, safety, and health regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 333413 (Size Standard: 500 employees).
- Place of Performance: Tinker Air Force Base, OK, Building 9001.
- Delivery Expected By: August 31, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM CST.
- Published Date: March 2, 2026.
Site Visit
A mandatory site visit will be held on March 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST at Tinker Air Force Base. RSVP is required by March 5, 2026, 12:00 PM CST to Sondra Groth (Sondra.Groth@us.af.mil) and Sheridan Robison (sheridan.robison@us.af.mil). The RSVP email must include attendee names, phone numbers, emails, and whether base access assistance is needed. A Real ID or valid passport is required for installation entry.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the vendor with the Lowest Total Evaluated Price (TEP) whose quotation conforms to all solicitation requirements. Price is the sole evaluated factor. The Government intends to award without interchanges but reserves the right to conduct them.
Key Deliverables
- Fully installed and operational pre-separator system.
- Updated system drawings, manuals, part lists, and operator training documentation.
- Detailed descriptions, specifications, sketches, and justification for alternative solutions at the time of solicitation.