NAWCAD WOLF - Powder Batch Oven
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 Navy, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Webster Outlying Field (WOLF), is soliciting proposals for a Powder Batch Oven, including installation and training. This is a Firm Fixed-Price procurement issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM EST on March 09, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Powder Batch Oven to support NAWCAD WOLF's Engineering and Prototyping Facility (EPF) in Saint Inigoes, MD. 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 instructions, complete drawing package, and hardware upon delivery.
- Oven clear inside dimensions must be 10' (W) x 8' (H) x 10' (L).
- Performance specs include 460V/3PH/60Hz electrical, 450°F max operating temp, 5600 CFM recirculation, 670 CFM exhaust, 900,000 BTU/HR propane burner.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR Part 52.219-6)
- Response Due: March 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Delivery Requirement: No later than 180 calendar days after receipt of order, with a specific delivery date of July 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Saint Inigoes, MD 20684
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the offeror with the lowest evaluated price among quotes meeting or exceeding acceptability standards. Proposals must include sufficient technical information (data sheet, drawing, specification) for evaluation. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to submission. Required information to include with response: FOB (Destination preferred), Shipping Cost, IUID Labeling Cost, Tax ID#, Unique Entity ID#, CAGE Code, Small Business status, Estimated Delivery Date, Price list (if available), and Total Amount. Submissions must be sent via email to Maria Sproul at maria.a.sproul.civ@us.navy.mil.
Key Clarifications
Recent Q&A documents clarify several site-specific details:
- The building roof height for the exhaust stack is approximately 18ft.
- The overhead door size is 12' x 12'.
- There is a 9ft space constraint between the proposed oven location and the paint booth.
- This is a Simplified Acquisition Procurement with a Firm Fixed Price contract, and Wage Determinations will not apply.