Norlake Walk-in Freezer
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 Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source purchase order to Norlake, Inc. for a Scientific Mini Room Indoor Walk-In Freezer. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit evidence of their capability to fulfill the requirement. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a Scientific Mini Room Indoor Walk-In Freezer. This purchase falls under Product Service Code (PSC) 4130 (Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Components) and NAICS 333415 (Household Cooking Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1250 employees. The place of performance is Washington, DC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent (Sole Source Purchase Order)
- Procedures: Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.106-1(b)) for purchases not exceeding $350,000.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
- Published: April 1, 2026
Response Information
This is not a solicitation. The NRL intends to award to Norlake, Inc. as the only responsible source. However, interested parties may identify their capabilities to respond to this requirement. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement should be conducted. The Government retains discretion on whether to proceed with a competitive process. No reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with providing capability information. Correspondence should reference Notice of Intent number N0017326Q5810.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available.