NAWCAD WOLF - Powder Batch Oven

SOL #: N0042126Q1085Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense

Dept Of The Navy

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV

PATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, United States

Place of Performance

Saint Inigoes, MD

NAICS

Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing (333994)

PSC

Industrial Furnaces, Kilns, Lehrs, And Ovens (4430)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/304edb33e07b4fd6888025e1e5b6e3ef/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 2, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 5, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 9, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 Navy, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is soliciting proposals for a Powder Batch Oven, including delivery, installation, startup, and training, for its Webster Outlying Field (WOLF) Engineering and Prototyping Facility (EPF) in Saint Inigoes, MD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement. Proposals are due March 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for one (1) Powder Batch Oven to support NAWCAD WOLF EPF's production facility. Key deliverables include:

One (1) Powder Batch Oven with specific technical and performance specifications.
Delivery, installation, and startup by a qualified technician or approved reseller.
Training for personnel on oven operation.
A two (2) year manufacturer's warranty covering major components.
Provision of a service manual, illustrated installation instruction manual, complete drawing package, and hardware at delivery.

Oven Specifications:

Dimensions: 10' (W) x 8' (H) x 10' (L) clear inside.
Construction: 6" thick insulated panels, 16 gauge aluminized steel components, OEM assembled burner box.
Electrical: 460V/3PH/60Hz.
Temperature: Maximum operating temperature of 450°F.
Airflow: 5600 CFM recirculation fan, 670 CFM exhaust fan, 7" exhaust flange.
Burner: 900,000 BTU/HR, Midco burner, propane gas (14" WC min, 5 PSI Max), 1.25" gas train diameter.
Controls: Watlow electronic temperature controller, UL-listed control panel, Honeywell flame safeguard system, Allen Bradley disconnects, Hoffman enclosure, digital batch timer, air flow switches, Type "J" thermocouple assemblies.
Safety: Double doors with explosion relief latches, FM approved gas manifold.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation).
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR Part 52.219-6).
Period of Performance: Delivery required no later than 180 calendar days after receipt of order, with a specific delivery date of July 27, 2026.
Proposal Due: March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Published: March 2, 2026.

Evaluation & Submission

Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of quotes meeting or exceeding acceptability standards. Offerors must provide sufficient technical information (e.g., data sheet, drawing, specification) for evaluation. Submission Requirements:

Quotes must be emailed to Maria Sproul at maria.a.sproul.civ@us.navy.mil.
Include FOB (destination preferred), shipping cost (if applicable to 20684-4013), IUID Labeling cost (if applicable), Tax ID#, Unique Entity ID#, Cage Code, Small Business status (Yes/No), Estimated Delivery Date, Price list (if available), and Total Amount.
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) prior to submission.