Defense Compressed Air Test Kits and Testing Services Follow-on
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 Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), under the Department of the Navy, intends to establish a sole source follow-on Blanket Purchasing Agreement (BPA) for Defense Compressed Air Test Kits and Testing Services. This BPA will support the U.S. Navy's worldwide analysis of compressed breathing air for divers, damage control personnel, and aviators. The incumbent for this service is TRI Air Testing, Inc. (BPA N61331-22-A-0002). Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the provision of test kits and testing services for the analysis of compressed breathing air. The services are critical for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of U.S. Navy personnel, including divers, damage control teams, and aviators, by verifying the quality of their compressed air supply globally.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a Sole Source Blanket Purchasing Agreement (BPA)
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (to TRI Air Testing, Inc.)
- Product/Service Code: B502 - Air Quality Analysis
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 23, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a follow-on requirement, with the previous BPA (N61331-22-A-0002) awarded to TRI Air Testing, Inc. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division, is pursuing this as a sole source action. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement should contact the listed points of contact.
Contact Information
- Primary: Stephen Fairbanks (stephen.t.fairbanks.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Secondary: Courtney Henslee (courtney.i.henslee.civ@us.navy.mil)