Water Softener System Purchase and Maintenance
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 Army, MICC-FT STEWART, is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing a Water Softener System Purchase and Maintenance solution. This opportunity involves the procurement, installation, and two years of maintenance services for a pool water softener system in Florida. The system must meet or exceed specified technical requirements, including certification to NSF/ANSI 61, 372, CSA 483.1, UL/CUL, and CE standards. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 05:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a complete vertical pressure type water softener system, including:
- Procurement and Installation: A system with a pressure vessel, softening resin, control valve, brine maker, and electronic controller.
- Design & Manufacturing: Approved design from a manufacturer with at least 50 years of experience (e.g., Culligan International Company or approved equal).
- Certification: Entire system certified to NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 372, CSA 483.1, UL/CUL, and CE.
- Maintenance Services: Two years of field service, including maintenance, inspection, and regular interval service training by a factory-authorized representative.
Technical Specifications (from Description & Document Summary)
Key technical details include:
- Resin Tank Size: 21” x 62”
- Control Valve Piping: Max 2”
- Flow Rates: Minimum 65gpm @15-gpm continuous, Peak 85gpm
- Footprint: 2.4ft-sqd per tank, Brine Tank 36x56
- Operating Pressure: 35-125psi
- Detailed Specifications: The attached "CTM Duplex 210 PF Water Softener Specs.pdf" provides comprehensive design parameters, equipment specifications (e.g., softener tank construction, internal distribution, main operating valve, electronic controller features), materials (ion exchange resin, brine system), and performance data for various configurations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 05:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 17, 2026
Contact Information
For questions, contact Jack Konrat at jack.konrat.mil@army.mil or 571-801-3844.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes to identify qualified sources and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee future award. Interested parties should review the detailed specifications in the attached document to ensure their proposed solution meets all technical requirements.