Chemical Cleaning Baskets

The Department of Defense through the FA8132 Afsc Pzimc office at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, is soliciting proposals for the purchase of 17 specialized chemical cleaning baskets designed for use in an automated blade cleaning line. Each basket features an 8-chamber configuration with PTFE and PFA coating totaling 1/4 inch in thickness, supported by a 1/4 inch thick 316 stainless steel frame, with internal chamber dimensions of 6 inches by 7 inches and overall exterior dimensions of 24 inches in length, 15 inches in width, and 24.5 inches in height. The baskets must be compatible with aqueous alkaline cleaners Cee-Bee 300LF and Cee-Bee 7x7, as well as the highly alkaline cleaner Cee-Bee J84-AL, at operating temperatures up to 170 degrees Fahrenheit, without degradation, warping, or contamination of cleaning solutions. The coating must provide superior chemical resistance, all welds must be smooth and free of sharp edges to protect the coating and nearby components, and the design must enable efficient drainage after immersion. No handles are specified, and contractors must submit detailed engineering drawings for government approval prior to production. Delivery is required on or before September 30, 2026, to the designated location at Tinker AFB, with FOB terms at the contractor’s destination, and payment will be processed electronically through the Wide Area Workflow system upon receipt and acceptance. This solicitation operates under a Firm Fixed Price arrangement and is classified under NAICS code 238990 and Product Service Code 3460. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management and comply with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including mandatory certifications on payments to influence federal transactions, prohibitions on internal confidentiality agreements, procurement from prohibited regions such as Xinjiang, and restrictions on covered defense telecommunications equipment. The contractor must also affirm compliance with Buy American requirements, the prohibition on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, and regulations concerning convict labor, child labor, equal opportunity for veterans and workers with disabilities, and combating human trafficking. All proposals must be submitted by June 13, 2026, and offerors are required to complete specific blocks on the solicitation form. The evaluation will consider technical capability, price, and past performance, though specific weighting is not detailed. The point of contact for inquiries is Gabriel Miller, with