FY26 Boiler Inspections

Solicitation FA283526Q0008 is a total small business set-aside for the inspection, pressure testing, and maintenance of mission-critical equipment at the Central Plant of Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. The scope of work includes four boiler units, one Heat Recovery Steam Generator, and associated systems such as condensate receiver tanks, compressors, pumps, and safety valves. The primary objective is to identify and correct deficiencies to prevent system failures through Type A and Type C inspections performed twice annually, annual safety valve testing, and a five-year deaerator condition assessment using Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle technology. The period of performance spans from September 18, 2026, through September 17, 2031, consisting of a base year and four option years. The contract is governed by NAICS code 238220 and requires the contractor to be a National Board Commissioned Inspector adhering to ASME, NBIC, AFMAN, UFC, and NFPA standards. Award is based on a two-factor evaluation: technical acceptability of the approach and capabilities, followed by price evaluation for those deemed technically acceptable. The total evaluated price will be the sum of the base year and all four option years, with a 10 percent evaluation preference for HUBZone small businesses. Key administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing, compliance with MIL-STD-129 for marking, and strict adherence to base access security protocols, including REAL ID requirements. Offers are due by 11:00 AM EST on September 2, 2026.