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IDEAL IV CHAMBER
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The U.S. Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is seeking to procure Ideal Vacuum Products under a sole source procurement authorized under FAR 6.103-1(b), citing exclusive software compatibility and fielded usage that prevents substitution of competing products. The requirement, identified by solicitation number N001786Q6842 and NAICS code 332919 for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Components, is for a specific item known as the IDEAL IV CHAMBER, which must be sourced exclusively from Ideal Vacuum Products of Albuquerque, NM. The procurement is being conducted as a combined synopsis/solicitation under FAR Part 12 using simplified acquisition procedures on a firm fixed-price basis, with no set-aside designated. All quotation submissions must include documentation from the original equipment manufacturer confirming the offeror’s status as an authorized reseller or distributor, and failure to provide this will result in disqualification. The award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, and all costs including shipping, tariffs, and duties to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 must be fully included in the quoted price with no post-award adjustments allowed. The Government will apply Buy American provisions unless the transaction exceeds the Trade Agreements Act threshold. Offerors must be currently registered in SAM and quotations are due no later than August 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST, with award anticipated in September 2026. Questions must be submitted via email to the designated POC with the solicitation number referenced in the subject line.
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Dahlgren, VA, 22448, USASet-Aside
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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #: N001786Q6842
Submitted by: Carla McKown
NAICS Code: 332919
FSC/PSC Code: 4130
Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: 07/28/2026
Anticipated Closing Date: 08/05/2026
Contracts POC Name: Carla McKown
Telephone#: (540) 500-9891
Email Address: carla.j.mckown.civ@us.navy.mil
PSC/FSC Code and Description: 4130: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Components
Basis for award:
___Brand Name - FAR 6.103-1(d)
_X_ Sole Source - FAR 6.103-1(b)
__ Full and Open - FAR 6.101
__ Total Small Business Set Aside - FAR 19.104-1
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items or service prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 using the publicizing requirements of FAR Part 5.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Synopsis/Solicitation N001786Q6842 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The provisions and clauses incorporated in this solicitation are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement as of the date of issuance and are included in the attached SF 1449.
For commercial acquisitions using simplified procedures under FAR Part 12, Buy American applies unless the value exceeds the applicable Trade Agreements threshold, in which case Trade Agreements apply – except where an exception applies.
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to procure Ideal Vacuum Products in accordance with the requirements list.
Ideal Vacuum Products. is located in Albuquerque, NM.
The required products are currently being used in the field. The introduction of any other manufacturer’s products will not allow the operators to utilize the key applications developed for the existing product. The required software is exclusive to Ideal Vacuum Products.
All costs associated with this requirement must be included in the quoted price. This includes shipping and freight to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114 as well as any tariff or duty charges. No additional costs may be added after award. Where applicable, DFARS 252.225-7013, Duty-Free Entry, will be incorporated. The Government will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and the order will be issued on a firm fixed-price basis.
All responsible offerors shall submit a quotation in response to this solicitation. By submission of a quotation, the offeror represents compliance with the applicable representations and certifications, which are incorporated by reference and completed in the System for Award Management (SAM), as applicable. Submission of a quotation shall constitute the offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions of this solicitation. The offeror shall provide documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) confirming the offeror is an authorized reseller or distributor of the brand-name item(s) quoted. Quotations submitted without such documentation may not be considered for award. Quotations that take exception to the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be rejected.
Offerors are encouraged to submit published pricing, historical pricing data, or other information to support the Government’s price analysis and determination of fair and reasonable pricing. Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis.
In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.
Proposal is due by 05 AUG 2026, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by SEPTEMBER 2026. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to carla.j.mckown.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing. Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N001786Q6842 in the subject line.
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-Requirements List
-SF1449: Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items
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