Water Plant Valves B8214
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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 Department of the Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought for Water Plant Valves B8214 at Dyess AFB, TX. This is for market research to identify qualified contractors capable of removing, replacing, and painting components on altitude valves in an underground maintenance pit. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Statements of capability are due by April 10, 2026, 12:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for restoring operational functionality to two altitude valves (10-inch and 12-inch) located in Building 8216's underground maintenance pit. Key tasks include:
- Removing and replacing components such as ball valves, tubing & fittings, pilot valves, pressure gauges, internal rubber, gaskets, and strainers.
- Applying specific "Electric Blue" paint (RGB 125, 249, 255 or #7DF9FF) to the repaired altitude valves, ensuring it meets NSF/ANSI 61 requirements.
- Disposing of all construction debris off the installation in accordance with applicable regulations.
Performance Standards & Special Requirements
- Work must be completed within a maximum of two (2) calendar days.
- Minimal interruptions to daily schedules; coordination of shutdowns with 7 CES Customer Service Desk at least two (2) days in advance.
- All work is warranted for one (1) year from the date of acceptance.
- Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including SDWA, EPA, Texas Administrative Code, DoD, and UFC.
- Submission of material submittals for government approval.
- A pre-proposal site visit is highly encouraged.
- Adherence to all safety requirements, including OSHA and confined space entry procedures.
- Obtaining necessary work clearances (AF Form 103) and permits.
- Specific security requirements for access to Dyess AFB, including identification badges (Dyess Form 173).
- Contractor employees must possess valid driver's licenses, and vehicles must be registered and insured.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for information only, not a request for proposal)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 10, 2026, 12:00 PM CST
- Published: April 6, 2026
- Place of Performance: Building 8216, Dyess AFB, TX 79607
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Interested parties should submit a statement of capability demonstrating their ability to perform this requirement. Contact Victor Oliveras Miranda (victor.oliveras-miranda@us.af.mil) or Abigail Noe (abigail.noe.1@us.af.mil) for further information.