EVAPCO AT212-2H9 Cooling Towers

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for the procurement and delivery of a brand name EVAPCO Cooling Tower, Model AT212-2H9, Two (2) Cells induced draft. The equipment is intended as a direct replacement for the existing unit to ensure compatibility and continuous operation of the HVAC system for Building 624 at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The scope is limited to the purchase and delivery of the unit only; installation is not included.

• Product: EVAPCO Cooling Tower, Model AT212-2H9, Two (2) Cells induced draft.

• Specifications:

  • All type 304 Stainless steel upper panel construction with mechanical support assembly and fan screen.
  • All type 304 stainless steel basins with factory welded seams.
  • Two (2) 7 1/2 HP inverter duty TEFC fan motors per cell, located out of the moist air stream, with AEGIS shaft grounding rings.
  • PVC drift eliminators with drift loss of .001%.
  • Non-corrosive SCH 40 PVC Spray Distribution System with non-clog nozzles.
  • PVC cross-fluted fill, totally enclosed and protected bottom supported.
  • PVC air inlet louvers with stainless steel frames.
  • End inlet connection: BFW/Grooved, 8".
  • End outlet connection: BFW/Grooved, 8".
  • Vibration cut out switch per motor.
  • Electric basin heater with LWCO & TSTAT (5Kw per cell).
  • Equalizer connections per cell, BFW/Grooved.
  • External Service Platform with Vertical Ladder/Safety Cage (shipped loose).
  • Five Year Total Product Warranty including Fan Motor.
  • Dimensions: 12' 4 7/8" W x 8' 5 ½" L x 11' 4 ¼" H.

• Delivery: FOB Destination to 502d Civil Engineering Squadron, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 12 to 13 Weeks After Date of Award.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but solicited as 100% Small Business set-aside.

• Submission Deadline: Friday, 06 March 2026, 12:00 PM CST.

• Questions Deadline: Friday, 27 February 2026, 11:00 AM CST (submit via email).

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology.

• Technical Factors:

  1. Brand name EVAPCO Cooling Tower (Model: AT212-2H9 two (2) Cell induced draft) or technically equivalent with supporting documentation.
  2. Clear delivery timeframe.

• Award: To the responsible quoter whose quote is the lowest evaluated price among technically acceptable quotes.

• This purchase is being solicited as 100% Small Business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 333415, Size Standard: 1,250 employees.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-06, DFARS change notice 20210709 and DAFFARS 2023-0707.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

• Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed specifications and dimensional drawings for Evapco Cooling Tower Model AT-212-69. It is intended to inform potential bidders about the physical characteristics, weight, and connection details of the cooling tower unit.

• Model: AT-212-69
• Dimensions: Detailed plan and elevation views with measurements in both inches and millimeters.
• Weights: Shipping weight (6200 lbs+), Operating weight (10280 lbs+), and Heaviest section weight (2050 lbs+).
• Connections: Specifications for make-up water, overflow, drain, and fan motor location.
• Pressure Requirements: Make-up water pressure range (20 psi MIN [137 kPa] to 50 psi MAX [344 kPa]).
• Notes: Includes information on fan motor location, heaviest section, pipe thread types (MPT, FPT), beveled connections, and unit weight exclusions.
• Related Drawings: References to accessory drawings and steel support configuration.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the physical footprint, weight, and installation requirements of the cooling tower. It will help in determining site suitability, structural support needs, rigging and installation planning, and overall compatibility with existing infrastructure. The detailed specifications aid in accurate proposal development and ensure that bidders are aware of all physical constraints and requirements associated with the equipment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics for an Evapco AT212-2H9 two (2) cell induced draft counterflow cooling tower. It specifies the requirements for an exact replacement product for a commercial-industrial application.

• Construction: All type 304 stainless steel upper panels, mechanical support assembly, fan screen, and factory-welded basins.
• Motors: One (1) 7 ½ HP inverter duty TEFC fan motor per cell, located out of the moist air stream, with a factory-installed AEGIS shaft grounding ring.
• Components: PVC drift eliminators with a drift loss of .001%, non-corrosive SCH 40 PVC spray distribution system with non-clog nozzles, PVC cross-fluted fill, and PVC air inlet louvers with stainless steel frames.
• Connections: End inlet and outlet connections are BFW/Grooved, 8".
• Ancillary Features: Vibration cut-out switch per motor, electric basin heater (5Kw per cell) with LWCO & TSTAT, equalizer connections per cell (BFW/Grooved).
• Service Access: External service platform with vertical ladder and safety cage, shipped loose for field installation.
• Warranty: Five-year total product warranty, including the fan motor.
• Dimensions: 12' 4 7/8" W x 8' 5 ½" L x 11' 4 ½" H.

This document details the specific technical requirements and characteristics for the cooling tower. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets or exceeds all listed specifications to be considered compliant. This information is critical for developing accurate proposals and ensuring the replacement cooling tower meets the government's needs.