14816 Polyalphaolefin (PAO) Chiller Skid System
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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 soliciting quotes for the 14816 Polyalphaolefin (PAO) Chiller Skid System at Hill Air Force Base, UT. This requirement, reissued under full and open competition, involves the installation of a new PAO chiller, pump, manifolds, distribution piping, controls, and instrumentation to provide cooling for aircraft representative equipment. Offers are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project entails the installation of a redundant chiller design, featuring two pump skids (A and B), each capable of managing a 200 kW heat load. Key deliverables include:
- Installation of six low-profile, wall-mounted PAO control centers (manifolds) in specified rooms (B102, B200, A201, A204).
- Installation of hard or rigid stainless-steel piping for PAO fluid distribution, utilizing Swagelok fittings.
- Construction of a dedicated, sound-attenuated room to house the PAO chillers.
- Integration of the new system with existing facility chilled water systems.
- Provision of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials.
- Delivery of engineered and stamped designs for the PAO Chillers, pumps, and associated piping.
Performance Standards
The system must deliver PAO fluid at 20 GPM between 120 and 130 PSI at 59 degrees Fahrenheit (± 3 degrees). Manifolds must simultaneously supply PAO at 20 GPM at 130 PSI after parasitic losses, with adjustability from 0 PSI to 130 PSI and 0 GPM to 20 GPM. A safety and alarm system with specific alarms for pressure, temperature, and fluid reservoir level is required. Warranties include 5 years for PAO piping and 1 year for mechanical room equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Request for Quote (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: 365 days after contract award.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is not a set-aside for small business concerns.
- Questions Due: May 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM (MT).
- Offers Due: May 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM (MT).
- Place of Performance: Building 1513, Hill Air Force Base, UT.
- Delivery Location: 6137 Wardleigh Road, Building 1515, Hill Air Force Base, UT 84056.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Price, Past Performance, and Technical Capability of the item offered to meet Government requirements.
Special Requirements
Contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens and adhere to strict security protocols, including escort requirements and restrictions on electronic devices. Compliance with Uniform Facilities Criteria (UFC), International Building Code (IBC), NFPA Codes, NEC Codes, and ASHRAE Standards is mandatory. A full technical documentation package, scheduled maintenance, and "Hotline" support are also required. All offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their Cage Code and SAM UEI with quotes.