Horizontal Laminar Flow Hood for METC
Overview
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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 FA3016 502 CONS CL office, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify capable contractors for the potential acquisition of thirty (30) Horizontal Laminar Flow Hoods (Pharmacy Grade) for the Medical Education Training Campus (METC) at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX. This is for informational and planning purposes only. Responses are due by April 30, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Central Daylight Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for thirty (30) Pharmacy Grade Horizontal Laminar Flow Hoods with specific technical specifications:
- Material: 100% 16/18-gauge 304 Stainless Steel for exterior and interior, including side walls and tabletop with continuous welded seams.
- Air Flow: 1450 CFM or greater.
- Air Cleanliness: ISO Class 5 and USP <797> compliant.
- Dimensions: Exactly 72" Exterior Width; 32" Exterior Depth; less than 80" Exterior Height.
- Mobility: Must include an adjustable height mobile stand with heavy-duty casters, allowing for relocation. Work surface height range: 31" to 38".
- Features: Standard IV bar with hooks, standard LED lights, DC ECM motor, 115V 60Hz 15 amp electrical.
- Compliance: Must be compliant with USP <797> and certified to meet ISO Class 5 or better. Pharmaceutical Grade and General Laboratory Grade hoods are not acceptable.
- Restrictions: No "Tabletop" type, no "Polycarbonate" areas, no "Powder-Coated Steel Exteriors", no "Vertical Laminar Flow Hoods", no "Lexan side interior or exterior sides".
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a Request for Quote or Solicitation)
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 10:00 A.M. CDT
- Published: April 23, 2026
- Product Service Code: 3694 - Clean Work Stations, Controlled Environment, And Related Equipment
Eligibility & Submission
- Anticipated NAICS: 333413 (Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing) with a 500-employee small business size standard.
- Set-Aside: Based on responses, the requirement may be set aside for Small Business or procured through Full and Open competition.
- Submission: Interested parties should submit responses in writing to Ms. Jill Van Plew (jill.van_plew@us.af.mil) and Mr. Umar Thomas (umar.thomas.1@us.af.mil). Responses should include a completed market survey questionnaire with entity name, POC, contact details, Cage Code, UEI, and small business certifications.
Delivery Location
Medical Education and Training Campus (METC), Logistics Division, 2220 Wheelright, Bldg. 4194, Bay – E, Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234.