CHILLER,WATER,REFRI (26-R-0678)

The Department of Defense, through the Utah DLA Aviation office at Hill Air Force Base, has issued a combined Request for Information and Synopsis (solicitation number SPRHA2-26-R-0678) to conduct market research regarding the procurement of 11 water chillers (NSN: 4130-01-547-5222AH, P/N: EAS80200-101) with an estimated delivery date of April 22, 2027. This notice seeks to identify capable sources, including commercial and non-developmental items, and aims to enhance competition and small business access to acquisition information. It is important to note that this announcement is not a solicitation for proposals or bids, nor does it commit the government to any contract or payment for submitted information. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements or express their interest within 15 days of the notice by contacting the designated point of contact. Due to the specialized nature of this requirement, the item involves engineering source approval to maintain quality, with existing qualified sources retaining essential technical data. Any alternate sources must meet specific government-approved qualification procedures. Award will be contingent upon the offeror, product, and manufacturer meeting these stringent qualification standards in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. Additionally, some items under this acquisition are subject to Free Trade Agreements, and no small business set-aside is anticipated for this requirement.