Industrial Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item to procure an Industrial Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps) for a wind tunnel upgrade. The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC-NJ) intends to award a firm-fixed-price (FFP) purchase order.

• One (1) Steel cylindrical vessel (min. 2400 cubic feet internal volume), ASME rated for vacuum down to 10 Torr, capable of handling 100% dried air at < 350 PSIG and 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Suitable for outdoor location with an ambient temperature range of 40-110 degrees Fahrenheit.

• One (1) Vacuum Pump capable of achieving <13.8 Mbar or <10 Torr ultimate vacuum pressure, suitable for outdoor location (40-110 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature). Must include NEMA rated control panel. Power available is 240V or 480V. A water cooling system is not currently available.

• One (1) Pump Exhaust Silencer (noise level < 85 dB during operation cycle), with necessary hardware.

• One (1) Vacuum Booster to increase flow volumetric CFM and achieve deeper vacuum, suitable for outdoor location (40-110 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature). Pump and booster system must achieve 10 Torr vacuum within 30-45 minutes from the vessel volume.

• All proposed equipment must meet internal specifications. Commercial manuals are required.

• Installation and start-up are not required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Delivery within twelve (12) months after award.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• Submission Deadline: June 19, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronically through the Solicitation Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) suite at https://piee.eb.mil/. Direct submission via email will deem the proposal invalid.

• Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail (acceptable/unacceptable) basis for technical capability, followed by price. Technical capability must clearly meet the Scope of Work (SOW). Price will be evaluated based on the total amount proposed for line item 0001.

• Discussions: The Government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to conduct them.

• This procurement is a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 333248 (All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 750 employees.

• Solicitation Method: Other Than Full and Open Competition under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1).

• Solicitation Amendment No. W15QKN-26-Q-A048 0003 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ).

• Delivery Destination: Wind Tunnel Facility, FCDD-ACM-FA, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000.

• F.O.B. terms are destination.

• Applicable clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference, including FAR and DFARS clauses related to small business, contract terms, payment, and transportation.

• Attachments include Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), Contract Quality Requirements, and others.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Review for Distribution of Information Form" (FCDDAC 3002f version 2.5) used by the CCDC Armaments Center to manage the review and approval of information for public release or distribution to specific entities. It outlines the process for classifying information and determining its distribution limitations.

• Requestor Information: Details about the individual requesting the information review.
• Information Details: Category, title, authors, meeting information, and sponsoring organization.
• Classification: Level of classification (Unclassified, Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret).
• Distribution Statements: Options for distribution, ranging from unlimited public release (Statement A) to restricted release for specific government agencies, contractors, or components, or no release at all.
• Review Signatures: Signatures and concurrences from various offices including Division Chief, Security, Directorate, Legal, Contracting, OPSEC, and the Center Director, indicating their review and approval of the classification and distribution.
• Public Affairs Review: A section for Public Affairs concurrence.

While this form is an internal government process document, understanding its existence and purpose can be relevant if a bidder is interacting with the CCDC Armaments Center regarding the release of information related to a contract or solicitation. It dictates how information, potentially including proposal details or technical data, is handled and what can be shared publicly or with specific groups. Bidders should be aware that distribution of information is controlled and requires formal approval.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, specifically an Industrial Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps) for a Wind-Tunnel upgrade. The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC-NJ) intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to support the upgrade of the wind tunnel at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ.

• One (1) Steel cylindrical vessel (min. 2400 cubic feet internal volume), ASME rated for vacuum pressure down to 10 Torr, capable of handling 100% dried air at < 350 PSIG and 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Suitable for outdoor locations with an ambient temperature range of 40-110 degrees Fahrenheit.

• One (1) Vacuum Pump capable of achieving <13.8 Mbar or <10 Torr, suitable for outdoor locations (40-110 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature). Must be capable of pulling vacuum from the entire vessel volume. Requires a NEMA rated control panel. Power available is 240V or 480V. No water cooling system is currently available.

• One (1) Pump Exhaust Silencer to reduce noise to < 85 dB during operation.

• One (1) Vacuum Booster to increase flow and achieve deeper vacuum levels, suitable for outdoor locations (40-110 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature). The pump and booster system must achieve 10 Torr vacuum from the vessel within 30-45 minutes.

• All proposed equipment must meet internal specifications. Contractor is responsible for verifying calculations and ensuring compliance with requirements.

• Commercial manuals for the system must be included.

• This is a hardware purchase only; installation and start-up are not required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.

• Period of Performance: Delivery within twelve (12) months after award.

• Delivery Terms: F.O.B. Destination.

• Submission Deadline: June 19, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronically through the Solicitation Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) suite at https://piee.eb.mil/. Direct submission to POCs via email will result in an invalid proposal.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated in two volumes: Technical and Price. Technical acceptability will be assessed first (pass/fail). Only technically acceptable proposals will have their price considered. Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Discussions are not anticipated but may be conducted if necessary.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability Factor and Price Factor. Technical capability is significantly more important than price.

• This procurement is a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 333248 (All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 employees.

• Solicitation Method: Other Than Full and Open Competition, in accordance with 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).

• Solicitation Amendment No. W15QKN-26-Q-A048 0003.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are from Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) Number 2026-01.

• Delivery Address: Wind Tunnel Facility, FCDD-ACM-FA, ATTN: TBD, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000.

• Security Classification: UNCLASSIFIED.

• Export Control Laws apply.

• Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Contract Addendum Quality Assurance Requirements are included.

• Offerors must complete and submit Standard Form 1449 and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities.

• Unit prices are required. Any inconsistencies in performance or price must be explained.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the Contract Quality Requirements for the procurement.

• Government Procurement QA Actions: Inspection: Government Procurement Quality Assurance (PQA) actions will be accomplished by the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) at the Destination.

• Government Procurement QA Actions: Acceptance: Acceptance of supplies will occur at the Destination. The Government's acceptance of FATR (if required) will be at N/A.

• Place of Performance for inspection and acceptance is the "Destination".

• Acceptance of FATR (if required) is N/A.

• Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) will perform PQA actions.

• Acceptance of supplies is at the Destination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) which specifies data items to be delivered by the contractor. It outlines the requirements for a 'Certificate of Conformance' related to a 'Vacuum System'.

• Data Item Number: A001
• Title: Certificate of Conformance
• System/Item: Vacuum System
• Contract Reference: PWS Paragraph 4.0
• Authority: DI-MISC 80678
• Submission: Required with deliverable and with delivery.
• Frequency: With delivery.
• Distribution: Authorized to U.S. Government agencies. The document format should be similar to DI-MISC 80678 and may be adjusted by the contractor.

This CDRL indicates that a Certificate of Conformance is a required deliverable for the Vacuum System. Bidders should note the specific requirements for its submission and format as detailed in the referenced PWS paragraph and data item description.

Other / Unclassified

This document outlines the HQ AMC-Level Protest Program. It explains that while resolving concerns with the contracting officer is preferred, interested parties can also protest directly to Headquarters, AMC. This program serves as an Alternative Dispute Resolution forum within AMC.

This document provides bidders with information on how and where to submit protests related to AMC procurements, other than directly to the contracting officer. It details the address, fax number, and email for submitting protests to Headquarters, AMC, and provides a web address for AMC-level protest procedures. It also notes that contract award or performance is suspended during a protest, similar to protests filed with the GAO, and that AMC aims to resolve protests within 20 working days.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Standard Form LLL, "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities." It is used to report lobbying activities undertaken by recipients of Federal contracts, grants, loans, and cooperative agreements.

• Type of Federal Action: Specifies the nature of the Federal action (e.g., contract, grant).
• Status of Federal Action: Indicates the stage of the action (e.g., bid/offer, initial award, post-award).
• Report Type: Differentiates between an initial filing and a material change report.
• Reporting Entity Information: Details about the entity filing the report, including name, address, and status as prime or subawardee.
• Lobbying Registrant Information: Names and addresses of lobbyists engaged.
• Award Amount: The amount of the Federal award or loan commitment.

Bidders may need to complete and submit this form if they engage in lobbying activities related to a Federal contract or grant. It ensures transparency in the process of influencing Federal actions. The form requires disclosure of who is lobbying, on what Federal action, and for what amount.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines requirements and procedures for the release of information related to research and development under the contract. It specifies conditions for classified and unclassified contract releases.

• Classified Contracts: Governed by the DOD Security Agreement (DD Form 441) and DOD Contract Security Classification Specification (DD Form 254).
• Unclassified Contracts-Restricted Release: Requires Contracting Officer approval before releasing information, unless the awardee is a college, university, or laboratory conducting research on campus.
• Unclassified Contracts-Unrestricted Release: Allows release of information without approval if the awardee is a college, university, or laboratory conducting research on campus. However, approval is still needed if the information has a high likelihood of revealing abilities of military systems or critical manufacturing technologies.
• Note: Section J provides instructions for clearing technical material for public release and includes a sample clearance form (INME-PIC-IM Form 3002).

Bidders should understand these requirements to ensure compliance with information release policies, particularly if the contract involves research and development activities. This impacts how information generated or received during contract performance can be disseminated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item to procure an Industrial Vacuum System (and Ancillary Pumps) for a wind-tunnel upgrade. The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC-NJ) is issuing this Request for Quote (RFQ) as a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• A vacuum system configuration, either A or B, as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Configuration A includes: (1) Steel Sphere vessel (2,400 cu ft), (1) Vacuum Pump, (1) Pump Exhaust Silencer, and (1) Vacuum Booster.

• Configuration B includes: (2) Steel Cylindrical vessels (2,400 cu ft total), (1) Vacuum Pump, (1) Pump Exhaust Silencer, and (1) Vacuum Booster.

• Delivery within twelve (12) months after award.

• Commercial manuals associated with the system.

• Certificate of Conformance (CoC) for each requirement.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order.

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 12 months after award.

• NAICS Code: 333248 (All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 750 employees.

• Offer due date: March 17, 2026, by 3:00 PM EST.

• Responses must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) suite.

• Proposals will be evaluated on a two-volume basis: Volume I - Technical Quote and Volume II - Price Quote.

• Evaluation is first for technical acceptability (pass/fail), then price.

• Award will be made to the responsive and responsible offeror with the lowest evaluated total price among technically acceptable offers.

• Technical Capability Factor and Price Factor are of equal importance.

• This procurement is 100% set-aside for Small Business.

• Solicitation Number: W15QKN-26-Q-A048.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06.

• Offerors must complete and submit OMB Standard Form 1449 and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities if applicable.

• Delivery destination: Wind Tunnel Facility, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000.

• No bar codes are required for packaging.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation W15QKN26QA048, originally dated 02 March 2026, makes the following changes:

• Response Due Date Extension: The deadline for submitting offers has been extended from 17 March 2026 to 19 March 2026.
• Attachment Updates:
  • Attachment 0007, titled "Industry Questions and Answers_12March2026" (4 pages), has been added.
  • Attachment 0006, titled "Industry Question and Answers_05March2026", has been modified. The document name has been updated to "Industry Question and Answers 05March2026".

• The due date for offers has been changed.

• The list of contract documents, exhibits, or attachments has been updated to include Attachment 0007 and modify Attachment 0006.

• The proposal submission deadline is extended to Thursday, 19 March 2026.

• Bidders should ensure they are referencing the most current versions of all attachments, particularly Attachments 0006 and 0007.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides official responses to questions submitted by offerors regarding Solicitation W15QKN26QA048 for the Industrial Vacuum System.

• Evacuation Time: The objective evacuation time for the 2400 cubic feet chamber is 30-45 minutes, with a maximum threshold of 60 minutes.
• Final Pressure Correction: The Statement of Work (SOW) has been corrected; the final pressure requirement is 10 Torr, not 8x10^-3 Torr or 10-3 Torr.
• Chamber Supply: The vacuum vessel (Configuration A or B) must be supplied by the winning bidder.
• Configuration A vs. B: Configuration A is a single 2400 cubic feet vessel. Configuration B consists of multiple vessels totaling 2400 cubic feet. Both configurations must meet specified pressure and temperature ratings.
• Pressure Vessel Ratings: Vessels must withstand a pressure range between 10 Torr and 350 psi, and be ASME-rated. They must also handle processing <350 PSIG of 100% air at 800 degrees Fahrenheit (without after-cooler).
• Controls: Variable speed drive on the blower is not required.
• Pump Requirements: Pumps will pull atmospheric air and do not require water cooling. Electrical requirements are a maximum of 480V, with 240V available. The pump temperature range is 40-110 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Exhaust: Exhaust air must be cooled to <100 degrees Fahrenheit using a cooler for outdoor location.

These clarifications address key technical specifications, requirements for supplied components, and correct errors in the original SOW, directly impacting proposal preparation and technical compliance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) for an Industrial Vacuum System to support a wind tunnel upgrade. The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC-NJ) intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

The contractor shall deliver a vacuum system configuration, either A or B:

• Configuration A: Includes one steel sphere vessel (2,400 cubic feet), one vacuum pump (achieving <13.8 Mbar or <10 Torr), one pump exhaust silencer (<70 dB), and one vacuum booster. Requires commercial manuals.
• Configuration B: Includes two steel cylindrical vessels (total 2,400 cubic feet), one vacuum pump (achieving <13.8 Mbar or <10 Torr), one pump exhaust silencer (<70 dB), and one vacuum booster. Requires commercial manuals.

Delivery is required within twelve (12) months after award, FOB destination, to Picatinny Arsenal, NJ.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Delivery within 12 months after award.

• NAICS Code: 333248 - All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

• Size Standard: 750 employees

• Offer Due Date: March 17, 2026, by 3:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronically through the Solicitation Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) suite at https://piee.eb.mil/. Direct email submission will be invalid.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated in two volumes: Technical and Price. Technical proposals will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. The technically acceptable offer with the lowest evaluated total price will be selected. Technical Capability and Price factors are of equal importance.

This procurement is 100% set-aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.
• Points of Contact: Roseanne Hooven (roseanne.hooven2.civ@army.mil) and Charlotte A. Sylvain-Ceraul (charlotte.a.sylvain-ceraul.civ@army.mil).
• The document includes extensive details on packaging, marking, transportation, inspection, acceptance, contract clauses, and provisions.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides official responses to questions submitted by potential offerors regarding Solicitation W15QKN26QA048 for the INDUSTRIAL VACUUM SYSTEM project.

• Evacuation Time: The objective evacuation time to reach the specified pressure is 30-45 minutes, with a maximum threshold of 60 minutes.
• Final Pressure Correction: The Statement of Work (SOW) has been corrected; the final pressure requirement is 10 Torr, not 10-3 Torr. The previous mention of 8x10^-3 Torr was a typographical error.
• Chamber Supply: The winning bidder must supply the vacuum vessel (Configuration A or B) as part of the procurement.
• Drawings: Bidders are required to provide a sketch or drawing of the chambers with their proposal. Any configuration totaling 2400 cubic feet will be considered.
• P&ID: No Process and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) is provided for the wind tunnel and vessel configuration.
• Connection Sizes & Ratings: The design requires a minimum diffuser diameter of 15 inches. Pressure vessels must withstand a range between 10 Torr and 350 psi and be ASME-rated for this range and specified temperatures.
• Configuration B Ratings: Both Configuration A and B have identical pressure and temperature ratings. Vessels must be rated for pressures between 10 Torr and 350 psi, with compressors supplying air up to 350 PSI. The operational temperature may be lower due to a heat exchanger.

These clarifications address key technical specifications, requirements for bidder-provided components, and correct errors in the original SOW. Offerors should ensure their proposals reflect these updated details. The final date for submitting further questions remains March 12, 2026, by 1200 EST.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation W15QKN26QA048, dated 02 MAR 2026, provides responses to industry questions and modifies the solicitation.

Key changes include:

• Addition of miscellaneous text for CLIN/SLIN/ELIN 000201, which is Not Separately Priced.

• Addition of CLIN/SLIN/ELIN 00020 for "Exhibit A001 - DD1423 A001 Certificate of Conformance."

• Modification of CLIN/SLIN/ELIN 0001: Product/Service changed from "Real Property" to "Personal Property"; Equipment Type changed from "Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps)" to "Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps)".

• Modification of CLIN/SLIN/ELIN 0002: Product/Service changed from "Real Property" to "Personal Property"; Equipment Type changed from "Vacuum System (and ancillary pumps)" to "Industrial Vacuum System (and auxiliary pumps)".

• Miscellaneous text in the "Statement of Work" section has been modified.

• Miscellaneous text in the "Packaging and Marking Requirements" section has been modified.

• Miscellaneous text in the "Transportation Requirements" section has been modified.

• Delivery information for CLIN/SLIN/ELIN 000201 was added (FOB Point: Destination, Payment Method: Contractor).

• The "List of Contract Documents, Exhibits, or Attachments" table has changed.

• Attachment 0006 (Questions and Answers_05March2026) was added.

• Page counts for Attachment 0006 were changed from N/A to 2.

• Miscellaneous text in the "Addendum to 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services" section has been modified.

• The "Basis for Award" section has been modified to clarify evaluation criteria.

• CLINs/SLINs/ELINs (0001, 0002, 00020, 000201)

• Statement of Work

• Packaging and Marking Requirements

• Transportation Requirements

• List of Contract Documents, Exhibits, or Attachments

• Addendum to 52.212-1

• Basis for Award

This amendment provides responses to questions and modifies various sections of the solicitation. Offerors should review all changes carefully to ensure their proposals meet the updated requirements. The basis for award remains the lowest priced proposal that meets minimum technical requirements, evaluated in two volumes (Technical and Price). Discussions are not intended but may be conducted at the government's discretion.