Emergency 50-Ton AC Smart Rental_Bldg. 1060
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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 has issued an Award Notice for the non-competitive rental of one 50-ton HVAC unit for Building 1060 at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX. This action was taken due to an unusual and compelling urgency following a catastrophic failure of the primary AC system in a mission-critical facility.
Scope of Action
This action addresses the immediate need for a temporary 50-ton A/C smart unit temperature control system rental. The primary air conditioning system's failure in a critical data facility posed an unacceptable risk of damage to high-value government assets and a halt to operations, potentially causing widespread network and communication outages impacting regional commands and medical facilities.
Contract Details
- Type: Non-competitive Award Action (Rental)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-2, "Unusual and Compelling Urgency"
- Product/Service Code: 4120 (Air Conditioning Equipment)
- Place of Performance: JBSA Fort Sam Houston, DWG, TX 78234
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
Justification & Market Research
A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) was approved due to the critical nature of the HVAC failure. Market research was conducted, but only one small business vendor responded, and their quote was deemed not in the best interest of the government due to high cost and lack of a firm quote. The agency plans to implement strategies to overcome future competition barriers, including proactive market research and exploring strategic sourcing vehicles.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Alexis Garcia at alexis.garcia.14@us.af.mil.