Max-Air Compressor SKIDS
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 has issued a Special Notice regarding its requirement to purchase Compressor Skids for mounting Max Air Compressors. This notice serves as a Single Source Justification for the procurement of these components from Duchesne Inc. (Max Air), as they are identified as the sole manufacturer. The requirement is for 10 Compressor Skids (Part Number: MA90-SPEC-AF-FRAME).
Scope of Work
The Air Force requires 10 Compressor Skids (Part Number: MA90-SPEC-AF-FRAME) manufactured by Duchesne Inc. (Max Air). These skids are specifically designed to mount the Max Air Compressor.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Single Source Justification)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 20, 2026, 2:12 PM UTC
- Product/Service Code: 4310 (Compressors And Vacuum Pumps)
- Place of Performance: DWG, TX 78236, United States
Justification for Sole Source
The Air Force's justification for a sole-source procurement from Duchesne Inc. (Max Air) is based on several factors:
- The required part, MA90-SPEC-AF-FRAME, is a custom-designed component jointly developed with Max Air.
- The USAF does not possess the proprietary technical data necessary for reproduction by other manufacturers.
- Duchesne Inc. is the exclusive manufacturer of this component.
- The component has undergone stringent airworthiness certification.
- Any alternative would incur prohibitive costs and schedule duplication due to rigorous testing and certification processes, making competition impractical and a risk to mission timelines.
- The Contracting Officer has determined that only Duchesne Inc. is reasonably available for this contract action, citing FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
Additional Notes
This sole-source environment is expected to continue for future sustainment needs of these Compressor Skids. Interested parties may contact Aidan Dickson (aidan.dickson.1@us.af.mil) or Rebecca Natal (REBECCA.NATAL.1@US.AF.MIL) for further information.