Robotic Sander Installation
Overview
Buyer
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Original Source
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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 U.S. Air Force, Department of the Air Force, is issuing a sole source combined synopsis/solicitation (FA857126Q0041) to R.P. GATTA, INC. (CAGE Code 5KRE7) for the purchase and installation of a compressor/air tank system, a dust extraction system, and the installation of a previously purchased sanding booth and robotic sander system in Building 673 at Robins Air Force Base (AFB), Georgia. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. Quotes are due by March 2, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the purchase and installation of specific equipment and the installation of existing government-owned systems. Key components include:
- Air Compressor/Air Tank System: An Ingersoll Rand RS-Series Fixed Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressor (50 HP, 460V) with integrated air dryer, modulation control, low sound enclosure, high dust inlet filter, and a 400-gallon air tank, producing ISO 14644-1 Class 1.5.1 plant shop air.
- Dust Extraction System: Two (2) Eurovac Central Vacuum Systems (15 HP each) with regenerative blowers, cyclonic filter separators, 30-gallon canisters, and NEMA 4 enclosures, including sprinkler port kits, explosion relief valves, HEPA filter housings, and bag equalization.
- Installation Services: Mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic installation of all systems in Building 673, meeting Class II, Division 1 hazardous location requirements (explosion-proof conduit). This also includes the installation of a previously purchased sanding booth and robotic sander system.
- Ancillary Components: Various fittings, tubing, isolation valves, sanders, and cleaning kits compatible with existing government equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside for small business concerns.
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: February 23, 2026.
- Period of Performance: Delivery within twelve (12) weeks of contract award. Installation to begin no later than 26 weeks after contract award and completed within six (6) weeks.
- Warranty: One (1) year from the date of Government acceptance.
Deliverables & Requirements
The contractor must provide:
- Engineering Drawings (CDRL A001): Drafts within 10 days of site visit, final within 5 days of Government approval (total turnaround not to exceed 30 days).
- COTS Manuals (CDRL A002): One hard copy and one electronic copy for all equipment components.
- Project Planning Chart (CDRL A003): Including utility lists, quantities, descriptions, and a schedule from award to final inspection.
- Status Reports (CDRL A004 & A005): For Environmental Management System (EMS) and Energy Management System (EnMS) training and compliance.
- Contractor's Safety Plan (CDRL A006): Draft within 10 working days of award, final within 10 working days of Government acceptance.
- Accident/Incident Report (CDRL A007): As required, with telephonic notification within 4 hours and electronic follow-up within 3 calendar days.
- Training: All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB must complete initial EMS Awareness Training and EnMS training.
- Site Visit: Contractor must contact the Government Representative within five (5) days of contract award to schedule.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers are to be submitted via email to Phillip Braswell at phillip.braswell.1@us.af.mil. Bidders must include all costs associated with the acquisition. Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided information, but the acquisition is a sole source to R.P. GATTA, INC.
Additional Notes
All components must be compatible with existing government equipment. Security requirements include compliance with NISPOM, COMSEC, OPSEC, and visitor protocols. Affirmative procurement requirements apply to EPA-designated and USDA-designated products.