736 SFS - Water Stations

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a reference image for a water station, likely intended to provide visual context for a potential procurement. It displays a "FLOWATER" brand water dispenser featuring "7x Advanced Purification" with various stages listed (Purify, Sediment, Carbon, Advanced Osmosis, Activated Oxy, Alkaline, Electrolytes, Coconut Carbon). The image also shows operational indicators, a touch screen interface for selecting bottle sizes (750ml, 1L), and a "Naturally brilliant water" branding.

• Brand: FLOWATER
• Purification Stages: 7x Advanced Purification (detailed list provided)
• User Interface: Touch screen for bottle size selection and dispensing.
• Operational Status: Indicates "Bottles Saved" (500) and "Hold to Fill" functionality.
• Maintenance/Service Information: Contact number for service.
• Physical Components: Water dispenser unit, foot pedal, and an external filtration unit labeled "BLUEWATER".

This image serves as a visual aid to understand the type of equipment being considered or potentially procured. Bidders may use this to identify specific models, understand the features and capabilities of the water station, and assess potential installation or operational requirements if this is representative of the desired equipment.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment incorporates Attachment 3 – Water Station Reference Image into the solicitation.

• Attachment 3 has been added.

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated by this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ) under simplified acquisition procedures. The U.S. Air Force is procuring water stations and their installation.

• CLIN 0001: Water Stations, in accordance with Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics.

• CLIN 0002: Installation of Water Stations, in accordance with Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics.

• Offers must include pricing, salient physical, functional, and/or performance characteristics, and catalog cuts for the equipment.

• The contract type is a purchase order.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Delivery Date: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but award is anticipated based on this RFQ.

• Response Date: 15 May 2026 at 10:00 AM Chamorro Standard Time (ChST).

• Submission Method: Email to SSgt Thomas Prospere (thomas.prospere@us.af.mil) and A1C Austin Johnson (austin.johnson.54@us.af.mil).

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability first, then based on price, and finally considering delivery time. Award will be made to the technically acceptable offer representing the best value to the Government.

• Questions Deadline: 9 May 2026 at 10:00 AM ChST.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• All firms must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Quotes must include registered Unique Entity Identity, CAGE code, and small business status.

• Attachment 1: Salient Characteristics

• Attachment 2: Provisions and Clauses

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics required for water stations. It details the physical, functional, performance, and material qualities essential for the satisfactory use of the item.

• Compliance: Must be ADA compliant.
• Dispensing: Recessed dispenser to eliminate cross-bottle contamination.
• Cooling: Ability to chill water between 40-42 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Drainage: Must have an internal drainage system.
• Certifications: Required certifications include NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, ISO09001, and NSF ANSI 372, 61, 51.
• Efficiency: Must be energy efficient.
• Filtration: Must have a multi-filter/purification system removing up to 99% of tap water impurities.
• Access: Vendor must be able to obtain base access.
• Dispensing Options: Secondary trigger for dispensing water if the sensor is inoperable.
• Mobility: System must be removable and relocatable.
• Installation: Must not require mounting or attachment to a building; must be a standalone system requiring only water line, drain line, and a 110-volt receptacle.
• Operation: Must have a foot pedal option for hands-free use.
• Space: Must fit into compact areas, taking up no more than three square feet of floor space.
• Quantity: A total of 6 water stations are required.
• Installation Locations: The contractor will install water refill stations at the following buildings: Bldg 61230, Bldg 61250, 736 SFS Sharetech Bldg, and 736 Contingency Response Bay 61228.
• Operational Readiness: All installed material items must be fully operational and meet all required codes.
• Workmanship: Work shall be completed to limit downtime for existing business operations.

This document defines the specific technical and functional requirements for the water stations. Bidders must ensure their proposed solutions meet all listed characteristics to be considered compliant. It also specifies the quantity and installation locations, which are critical for proposal planning and execution.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation or contract. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the legal and regulatory requirements that will apply to the contract.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists specific clause numbers, alternate/deviation numbers, clause titles, year/month of incorporation, and the section of the contract where they apply.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the full text for certain key clauses, such as "Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation" (252.204-7017) and "Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions" (252.232-7006).
• Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference: Indicates that certain provisions are incorporated by reference and their full text can be obtained upon request or electronically.

Bidders must review these incorporated clauses and provisions to understand their obligations and requirements. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Representations regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.
• Payment instructions and requirements for using the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
• Other regulatory and compliance requirements as detailed in the listed clauses.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued for market research purposes to identify potential sources for Water Stations. It is not a Request for Proposals (RFP) or Quotes (RFQ) and does not obligate the Government to acquire any services. The Government is seeking information to determine how to proceed with a potential future acquisition.

The Government requires Water Stations, as detailed in Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics. The intended locations for these water stations are within the 737 Security Forces Squadron at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, including specific warehouse and building addresses.

• Responses are voluntary and do not constitute an offer.

• The response deadline is 27 March 2026 at 4:00 PM Chamorro Standard Time (CHST) (2:00 AM Eastern Standard Time).

• Respondents must submit a technical specification sheet for the proposed Water Station model.

• All costs associated with responding are at the respondent's expense.

• Contract Specialist: A1C Austin Johnson (austin.johnson.54@us.af.mil)

• Contracting Officer: SSgt Daniel Callahan (daniel.callahan.7@us.af.mil)

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• The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in response to this sources sought notice.
• The Government reserves the right to determine the acquisition approach based on the responses received.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics required for "Water Stations." It details the essential physical, functional, performance, and material qualities necessary for the satisfactory intended use of the item.

• ADA compliance
• Recessed dispenser to prevent cross-bottle contamination
• Ability to chill water between 40-42 degrees Fahrenheit
• Internal drainage system
• Required certifications: NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58; ISO 9001; NSF ANSI 372, 61, 51
• Energy efficiency
• Multi-filter/purification system removing up to 99% of tap water impurities
• Vendor must be able to obtain base access
• Secondary trigger for dispensing water if sensor is inoperable
• Removable and relocatable water bottle station
• No mounting or attachment to building required
• Standalone system requiring only water line, drain line, and a 110-volt receptacle
• Foot pedal option for hands-free use
• Ability to fit into compact areas, occupying no more than three square feet of floor space

This document defines the minimum requirements for water stations. Vendors must ensure their proposed products meet all listed characteristics to be considered compliant with the solicitation.