Temporary Desiccant Climate Controlled Unit (DCCU) System
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 Department of the Navy / Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for the rental/lease of a Temporary Desiccant Climate Controlled Unit (DCCU) System in Kittery, ME. This is for planning purposes only; no solicitation is being issued at this time. Responses are due June 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental/lease of a Temporary DCCU System designed to provide dry and tempered process air for conditioning various industrial application spaces. The system must include multiple DCCUs, a chiller, chilled water pump, chilled water hose manifolds, and associated onboard controls. All air-conveying equipment must be pre-wired with remote E-Stop capability.
Two equipment options are being considered:
- Option 1: Four (4) DCCUs at 10,000 CFM each, with a 230 Ton Chiller and 600 GPM Chilled Water Pump.
- Option 2: Three (3) DCCUs at 15,000 CFM each, with a 230 Ton Chiller and 600 GPM Chilled Water Pump.
Detailed performance specifications for process air flow, cooling capacity, moisture removal rate, pre-cooling, post-cooling, filtration, physical attributes, electrical requirements, steam requirements, and E-Stop compatibility are provided for both DCCU configurations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: Base: December 14, 2026 – December 12, 2027 (52 weeks); Option 1: December 13, 2027 - October 15, 2028 (44 weeks); Option 2: October 16, 2028 - November 12, 2028 (4 weeks).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 23, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
- Published: June 9, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Vendors are requested to provide all information outlined in the notice, including company name, size, address, point of contact, email, phone number, and Company CAGE Code. Responses are limited to 10 pages or less. No pricing information should be submitted at this time. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.
Additional Notes
The Government is not liable for any costs incurred in preparing responses to this notice.