Service Furnaces at JMTC
Overview
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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 Army, specifically ACC-RI, is soliciting proposals for remedial furnace repair services at the Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (JMTC) in Rock Island, IL. This contract is for service only, requiring highly experienced technicians. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The primary service involves remedial repair of various furnace types, including box, deep pit, carburizing, gas, electrical pit, car bottom furnaces, and endothermic generators. Key requirements include:
- Work performed by a factory-trained certified technician, repairman, or engineer.
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in the operation and repair of specified equipment.
- Ability to diagnose failures and restore equipment to full operational capability.
- Contractor must possess necessary equipment.
- Business must be located within a 2-hour driving distance of the Rock Island Arsenal.
- Further qualifications are detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order.
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to June 1, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 811310, Size Standard 100).
- Quotes Due: June 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Published: June 1, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest price, responsive, and responsible contractor whose quote conforms to terms and conditions. Evaluation will primarily be based on "20 years experience" and "price". The government intends to award without discussions, except for clarifications. Offerors must complete provisions within the solicitation, including those in SAM.
Additional Notes
Payment will be processed by DFAS via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Visitors to Rock Island Arsenal must pre-register at least three business days prior for background checks; drivers without proper access will be turned away.
Contact: Leigh Weeks (leigh.a.weeks2.civ@army.mil, 520-693-0167).