Polyalphaolefin (POA) Coolant Carts

SOL #: F22PAORFI2026V2Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA8205 AFLCMC WAUK

HILL AFB, UT, 84056-5116, United States

Place of Performance

Hill Air Force Base, UT

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment (1730)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/53bea5bb5b3b48e9ac91ddcb8681018c/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 10, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 11, 2026

Response Deadline

Mar 11, 2026, 10:00 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 Air Force, under the Department of Defense, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Polyalphaolefin (PAO) Liquid Coolant Carts. These carts are required to support ground maintenance operations for F-22 aircraft at Hill Air Force Base, UT, specifically for cooling, cleaning, and recirculating PAO liquid coolant when the aircraft's Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) cannot be operated. Responses are due by March 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM MST.

Scope of Work

The Air Force seeks information on commercially available or near-production-ready PAO Liquid Coolant Carts. Key functional requirements include the ability to cool, clean, and recirculate PAO coolant, compatibility with PAO fluid, an 80-gallon reservoir for bleeding air, and a 5-micron filtration system. Operational requirements specify an ambient operating temperature range of 0°F to 125°F, MIL-STD-810G certification, and a minimum 8-hour runtime at full load.

The carts must be dual-powered (electric and diesel engine), trailer-mounted, compatible with standard tow vehicles, and air transportable per MIL-STD-1791C. System interfaces require PLC control with an EMI-hardened, arctic glove-compatible color touch-screen, 50 ft delivery hoses, mechanical refrigeration, and quick-disconnect adapters for the F-22 system. Performance specifications include a cooling capacity of 0-50 kW, variable flow up to 28 GPM at 150 PSI, and a delivery temperature of 55°F ± 5°F (variable 40°F-70°F). Certifications include EMI MIL-STD-461E, ATEX Zone 2, and NFPA 70 NEC Class I Div 2.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
Set-Aside: None specified
Product/Service Code: 1730 - Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment
Response Due: March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM MST
Published Date: February 10, 2026
Place of Performance: Hill Air Force Base, UT, United States

Submission & Evaluation

Interested parties are requested to submit a company overview (including CAGE code and relevant experience), a detailed proposed solution (with specifications and datasheets), a compliance matrix, manufacturing and delivery capabilities, lead times, and an indication of whether the solution is COTS, modified COTS, or a new design. Responses should be submitted electronically to james.recker@us.af.mil with the subject line "RFI Response: PAO Liquid Coolant Cart". This RFI is for market research purposes to identify potential solutions and industry capabilities; it does not constitute a solicitation.