Sources Sought - Temporary Cooling Services for the DC Armory
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 United States Property & Fiscal Officer (USPFO) Contracting Office, on behalf of the District of Columbia Army National Guard (DCARNG), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought Notice for Temporary Cooling Services for the DC Armory Drill Floor. This is for market research to identify commercial sources capable of providing climate control. Responses are due March 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, labor, and materials to deliver and operate a temporary cooling system for the DC Armory Drill Floor (370’ long x 196’ wide x 88’ tall). The objective is to maintain temperatures between 70-74 degrees Fahrenheit within the facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Purpose: Market research to identify potential sources, including small businesses.
- Product/Service Code: W099 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Miscellaneous)
- Response Due: March 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Z
- Published: March 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should contact LTC Paul Caldwell (joseph.p.caldwell.mil@army.mil) and MAJ Kyle Hartleben (kyle.d.hartleben2.mil@army.mil). Submissions should include:
- CAGE Code
- Business Size and Socioeconomic Designation (if applicable)
- Supporting information demonstrating full capability, including past federal contract numbers for similar services.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award.