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Mobile Dehumidification Unit (MDU)
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The United States Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center is conducting market research to identify capable vendors for a Mobile Dehumidification Unit (MDU) designed to support MH-60T, MH-65E, and C-144 aircraft by maintaining interior humidity levels between 30% and 40% RH for at least eight hours per day. The unit must be a mobile, roll-around cart system measuring 72 inches high by 33 inches wide by 72 inches long, capable of operating in hazardous locations per NFPA Class I, Division 2 standards, with dual-voltage capability (208–240V and 440–480V, 3-phase), achieving minimum airflow of 300 CFM, and operating at or below 85 dB. It must include a 50-foot SOOW power cable, grounding reel, onboard storage for ducts and adapters, and be transportable via commercial trailers, trains, and marine vessels without damage. The unit must be treated with tropical rust-proofing, including corrosion preventative compound on all exterior surfaces, seams, welds, and dissimilar metal contacts, and must display a permanent, corrosion-resistant ID plate listing nomenclature, model and serial numbers, manufacturer name, CAGE code, address, service phone, date of manufacture, and contract number. Electrical components require UL or ETL certification, and paint coating must comply with MIL-PRF-85285. Responses are due by June 30, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time and must be submitted exclusively via email to Denise.J.Bulone@uscg.mil with the solicitation number 70Z03826IE0000007 in the subject line. Submitters must provide company name, address, telephone, CAGE code, point of contact, model number of the MDU, and documentation detailing the unit's specifications, capabilities, and certifications. Additionally, respondents must answer 14 detailed business and capability questions covering company size classification, socioeconomic designations such as small business, 8(a), HUBZone, woman-owned, or service-disabled veteran-owned status, GSA Schedule listing, existing government contracts, warranty terms, production timelines, experience with the product, training offerings, availability of technical manuals and circuit diagrams, and estimated shipping costs to Elizabeth City, NC. This is strictly an RFI for market
General Info
Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
Elizabeth City, NC, 27909, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
6/24/2026 - The purpose of this update is to clarify the operational scope of the MDUs in response to industry inquiry:
Question: Will the mobile dehumidification units be used to support the MH-60Ts?
Answer: Yes. For the purposes of this market research and capability assessment, the MDUs will support the MH-60T, MH-65E, and C-144 aircraft platforms.
This is a Request for Information (RFI) synopsis only, not a solicitation announcement and is issued solely for informational and planning purposes. This posting is not a Request for Proposals (RFP) or a Request for Quotes (RFQ) and it is not considered to be a commitment by the Government to award a contract nor is the Government responsible for any costs incurred in furnishing information provided under this RFI synopsis. No basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result of a response to this RFI synopsis or Government use of any information provided.
Further, the Government is not at this time seeking proposals or quotes and will not accept unsolicited proposals or quotes. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response to this RFI synopsis. The Government reserves the right to use any information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate, including using technical information provided by respondents in any resultant solicitation. Responses will assist the Government in determining the availability of potential solutions and commercial products in the market. At this time, no solicitation exists; therefore, do not request a copy of the solicitation. It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is conducting market research to seek sources that can provide or manufacture a Mobile Dehumidification Unit (MDU) for use that meets the requirements as outlined in the below specifications.
The proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is
333415 - Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing. The size of business pursuant to NAICS 333415 is 1,250 employees.
Specifications
The requested MDU must meet the minimum technical and operational requirements outlined in Attachment 1 - Specifications.
Responses & Capability Information
Responses to this notice should include:
- Company name
- Address
- Telephone number
- CAGE code
- Point of contact (POC)
- Model number of the MDU that meets the specifications of this RFI
- Documentation detailing the specifications, capabilities, and certifications of the MDU
This information will allow the USCG to fully assess your capabilities.
Please ensure your response addresses the business and capability questions outlined in the table below:
# Business & Capability Questions
1. Is your company a large or small business?
2. If small, does your company qualify as a small, emergent business, or a small, disadvantaged business?
3. If disadvantaged, specify under which disadvantaged group and is your company certified under Section 8(a) of the Small
Business Act?
4. Is your company a certified HUBZone firm?
5. Is your company a woman-owned or operated business?
6. Is your company a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned business?
7. Are your company's services listed on a GSA schedule?
8. Do you have other government agencies using this product/service? If so, which agencies, POCs, and contract numbers?
9. Do you offer a warranty with your product? If so, what are the warranty details and how long is the term?
10. What is the project delivery schedule for the first unit, and what is your expected production rate/timeline (per month and year) for multiple units?
11. How long have you been producing this product?
12. Do you offer training?
13. Can you provide the Technical Information Package (Owner, operation, and maintenance manuals, and electrical circuit diagrams)?
14. Can you provide estimated pricing for shipping the units to Elizabeth City, NC?
Submission & Future Action
After review of the responses to this RFI, and if the USCG plans to proceed with the acquisition, a Request for Quotes (RFQ) will be published on the Contract Opportunities website (www.sam.gov).
Responses to this RFI are not adequate responses to any future RFQ. All interested offerors must respond to the RFQ in addition to responding to this RFI notice. Responses to this RFI are NOT a request to be added to a list of prospective offerors or to receive a copy of the solicitation.
Reimbursement will not be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice and any follow-up information requests.
Closing date and time for receipt of response is June 30, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). Telephone responses will not be accepted. You may e-mail your response to Denise Bulone at Denise.J.Bulone@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03826IE0000007 in the subject line.
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