High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) System Calibration and Maintenance
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 402d Maintenance Support Group (MXSG) at Robins Air Force Base, GA, is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified contractors for High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) System Calibration and Maintenance. This includes annual inspections, preventive maintenance, and technical support for four HVOF systems. Responses are due by March 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary parts, labor, tools, materials, equipment, and travel for annual calibrations, inspections, and preventive maintenance of four Multi-Coat HVOF systems located in building 327 at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. Services also include technical support via telephone. The scope covers all system components as configured by Oerlikon Metco, including but not limited to:
- Booth structure, robot, robot controller, operator desk, software
- Dust collectors, turntables, gas safety monitors (GSMs)
- Process control centers (PCCs), gas management centers (GMCs)
- Electrical cables, electrical/electronic controls, gas hoses
- HVOF guns, powder feeders, chillers, and heat exchangers
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Agency: Department of the Air Force, FA8571 MAINT CONTRACTING AFSC PZIM
- Place of Performance: Warner Robins, GA 31098
- Response Due: March 7, 2026 (close of business)
- Published: February 5, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: No set-aside decision has been made; this is market research. Both large and small businesses, including joint ventures and teaming arrangements, are encouraged to participate. Small businesses unable to meet the full requirement should describe teaming arrangements.
- Submission Requirements: Interested contractors must submit documentation supporting their company's capability and complete the Contractor Capability Survey (Parts I and II).
- Submission Method: Responses should be emailed to Joshua Sharpe (joshua.sharpe.6@us.af.mil) and Traci Chance (traci.chance@us.af.mil). Attachments should not exceed 10 MB per email.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government will use responses to determine the final acquisition strategy, including potential small business set-asides. Questions regarding this market survey should be directed to Joshua Sharpe or Traci Chance.