Heat Treat Oven

Amendment / Modification

This document contains two amendments to the original solicitation:

• Amendment 0002:

  • Revises the Statement of Work (SOW) sub-paragraph 3.1.2 to specify that the oven must meet AMS 2750 Class 2 standards of +/- 10 degrees Fahrenheit for temperature uniformity.
  • Extends the quote submission deadline to April 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

• Amendment 0001:

  • Revises specific paragraphs (3.3.1, 3.1.2, 3.12.4, 3.12.5, and 3.12.6) in the Statement of Work to provide clarification based on received questions.
  • Adds FAR Clauses 52.225-1 and 52.225-2.
  • Extends the submission date to April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

• Statement of Work (SOW) sections related to temperature uniformity and specific paragraphs for clarification.

• FAR Clauses.

• The quote submission deadline has been extended by both amendments, with the latest deadline being April 20, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation N6852026Q10230001 makes the following changes:

• Revises specific paragraphs (3.3.1, 3.1.2, 3.12.4, 3.12.5, and 3.12.6) within the Statement of Work to provide clarifications based on received questions.

• Adds Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses 52.225-1 and 52.225-2.

• Extends the proposal submission deadline to April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Statement of Work (Paragraphs 3.3.1, 3.1.2, 3.12.4, 3.12.5, and 3.12.6)

• FAR Clauses (52.225-1 and 52.225-2 added)

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding solicitation N6852026Q1023, likely related to an oven or heat-treating equipment.

• Temperature Uniformity: The oven must achieve Class 1 uniformity (+/- 5F).
• Time-to-Quench: For .032 to .063 thick aluminum, the quench time is typically 5-15 seconds. Thinner materials require faster quenching for uniformity.
• Load Weight: The maximum load weight is 15-20 lbs.
• Hearth Design: The hearth is a basket/roller design that rolls out and dips parts into the solution. It is distinct from a roller hearth.
• Material Handling: Materials are unloaded and dipped via the mechanical hearth roller or by hand if the basket is not used.
• Heating Method: Electric heating is preferred; gas is not available.
• Required Documents: Offerors are responsible for submitting appropriate documents. The RFQ will be revised to include FAR clauses 52.225-1 & 52.225-2.

The RFQ will be amended to include specific FAR clauses related to the Buy American Act. Other responses clarify technical specifications and operational details relevant to proposal preparation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks a competitive commercial award for a firm fixed-price (FFP) contract to procure one (1) Heat Treat Oven with an integrated Quench Tank. The equipment is intended for heat treating various aircraft components. The place of performance is Fleet Readiness Center Mid Atlantic (FRCMA), NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

• A complete, fully functional, and ready-to-operate Heat Treat Oven meeting specific minimum requirements.

• Key specifications include:

  • Chamber: 24" H x 24" W x 48" L
  • Voltage: 460V, 3 Phase, 60 Hertz
  • Temperature: Up to 1200°F
  • Construction: Structural steel shell with 12-gauge sheet steel, multilayered insulation (minimum 6.5"), and stainless steel components for rollers, liner, and quench tank.
  • Features: Air-operated vertical lift door with safety switch, heavy-duty motor and fan, atmosphere ports (inlet, exhaust, TUS, SAT), PID controlled temperature system with high limit, videographic recorder, and a quench system with a roller hearth and load basket.

• Technical Data: Two (2) electronic copies of technical data, including operation, maintenance, and diagnostic information, are required.

• Item Unique Identification (IUID) is required in accordance with DFARS 252.211-7003.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Solicitation Number: N6852026Q1023

• NAICS Code: 333994 (Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 500

• Set Aside: Small Business

• Offerors must submit a complete quote package conforming to Section 3.0 of the Statement of Work.

• Quotations must be received no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on April 13, 2026.

• The entire quotation must be contained in a single email not exceeding 5 megabytes. .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Technical Acceptability will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The place of performance is Fleet Readiness Center Mid Atlantic (FRCMA), NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies data items to be delivered by the contractor under a contract. It outlines the technical data, manuals, and other information required by the government.

• Data Item Number (DID): Identifies specific data requirements (e.g., A001 for Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Manuals).
• Title of Data Item: Describes the content of the data.
• Authority: Cites the document authorizing the data acquisition.
• Contract Reference: Links the data requirement to a specific contract section (e.g., SOW Paragraph 3.14).
• Distribution Statement: Indicates approved distribution for the data (Statement A: Approved for public release, distribution is unlimited).
• Submission Requirements: Specifies the number of copies (two electronic copies), format (legible and in English), and delivery method (to the technical point of contact).
• Estimated Total Price: An estimated price of $200,000.00 is associated with this data item.

This CDRL details the specific documentation and data deliverables required from the contractor for the "HEAT TREAT OVEN PROCUREMENT." Bidders should review this to understand the post-award data submission obligations, including the type of data, quantity, format, and delivery instructions. The estimated price for this data requirement may influence overall bid pricing.