Robotic Sander Installation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 Air Force is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (FA857126Q0041) for the Robotic Sander Installation at Robins Air Force Base, GA. This is a sole source acquisition for R.P. GATTA, INC to purchase and install a compressor/air tank system, a dust extraction system, and install a previously acquired sanding booth and robotic sander. Quotes are due March 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the purchase and installation of:
- An Ingersoll Rand RS-Series Fixed Speed Rotary Screw Air Compressor (Model# RS37i-A118-TAS, 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.
- Two (2) Eurovac Central Vacuum Systems (15 HP each) with regenerative blowers, cyclonic filter separators, 30-gallon canisters, NEMA 4 enclosures, sprinkler port kits, explosion relief valves, HEPA filter housings, and bag equalization.
- Installation of a previously purchased sanding booth and robotic sander system in Building 673.
- All mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic installation must meet Class II, Division 1 hazardous location requirements.
- Provision of all necessary tools, parts, materials, equipment, labor, transportation, and training.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.
- NAICS: 333998 (Miscellaneous Construction Materials) with a 700 employee size standard.
- Period of Performance: Delivery within 12 weeks of contract award. Installation to begin no later than 26 weeks after contract award and completed within 6 weeks.
- Warranty: One (1) year from Government acceptance.
Deliverables & Compliance
Key deliverables include:
- Engineering Design Data (CDRL A001): Drafts within 10 days of site visit, final within 5 days of government approval.
- COTS Manuals (CDRL A002): One hard copy and one electronic copy for all equipment.
- Project Planning Chart (CDRL A003): Detailing utilities, quantities, and a schedule from award to final inspection.
- Status Reports (CDRLs A004 & A005): For Environmental Management System (EMS) and Energy Management System (EnMS).
- Contractor's Safety Plan (CDRL A006): Draft due 10 working days after award, final 10 working days after acceptance. Must incorporate Appendix C.
- Accident/Incident Report (CDRL A007): Telephonic notification within 4 hours, electronic within 3 days, full details within 20 days.
All contractor personnel working on Robins AFB must complete mandatory EMS and EnMS Awareness Training. A comprehensive Contractor Safety and Health Plan is required, adhering to federal, state, local, OSHA, Air Force, and Robins AFB standards, including specific requirements outlined in Appendix C.
Submission & Deadlines
- Quotes Due: March 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email to Phillip Braswell at phillip.braswell.1@us.af.mil.
- Site Visit: Contractor must contact the Government Representative within five (5) days of contract award to schedule.
- Contact: Phillip Braswell (phillip.braswell.1@us.af.mil).