MSHA - Self Contained Self Rescuer (SCSRs)

The U.S. Department of Labor, through the Cas Division 4 Procurement office, is soliciting bids to replace outdated Self-Contained Self-Rescuers (SCSRs) used by the Mine Emergency Unit under the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s Technical Support division. These units, specifically the SRLD/SCSR model manufactured by CSE Corporation with part number Q152090001000, are nearing end-of-life and must be procured to ensure the safety and operational readiness of personnel in mine emergency scenarios. The request is designated as a Small Business Set Aside, total, and falls under NAICS code 334513 for manufacturing instruments and related products. The solicitation is open with a response deadline of August 14, 2026, and the units are required for performance at the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania site. The procurement is managed by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation as the reporting agency, with primary contact Alicia M. Jackson available at the Washington, DC office for questions and administrative coordination. Secondary support is provided by Michael V. Whiddon. All bids must be submitted through the SAM.gov portal using the provided link and must meet the technical specifications for the designated CSE Corporation model. The replacement units must align with current safety standards and be capable of sustaining operations under the environmental and logistical demands of mine emergency response activities.