Rental of Temp Abrasive Blast System w/ Dust Collection

The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, under the Department of Defense, is soliciting bids for the rental of a temporary abrasive blast system with dust collection, identified by solicitation number N3904026Q1010, with a deadline of July 2, 2026. The procurement is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5 and falls under NAICS code 532490. The equipment must be delivered to San Diego, California, and includes two dust collectors capable of over 10,000 CFM at 14" WG static pressure, three 150HP vacuum recovery units, three 4-pot recycle blast systems, one blast recovery system (35CF), three VRU E-stop and cabling assemblies, four 14-inch air inlet reducer fittings, 400 feet of 14-inch flexible vent duct, and one rock box. All equipment must meet NEMA 3 standards for outdoor use, operate on 460 VAC three-phase or 120 VAC single-phase at 60 hertz, and have a maximum footprint length of 11 feet. The contractor must deliver all systems fully assembled, in first-class operating condition, and ready for immediate use, including start-up, commissioning, and on-site training for Navy personnel throughout the rental period. Electrical power specifications—including amperage, voltage, connector type (Camlok), breaker size, and over-current protection—must be clearly communicated to the Contracting Officer’s Representative and Technical Point of Contact prior to delivery. Contractors are required to uniquely tag and permanently mark all ancillary equipment to distinguish it from government or other contractor assets, and transport vehicles must display the company name and logo for site access. A Quality Assurance Plan must be submitted detailing inspection, testing, and verification methods to ensure compliance with specifications. The government will conduct daily visual surveillance to detect leaks, abnormal noises, or alarms, but final acceptance occurs only after successful inspection and testing signed by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Code 990 Equipment Manager or Project Zone Manager. The contractor is responsible for all preventative maintenance, excluding daily liquid level checks, and must provide oil, filters, coolant, and lubricants during the rental term. A detailed, OEM-aligned preventative maintenance schedule and weekly inspection plan must be provided. Repair services must be initiated within twelve hours of notification, and a replacement unit must be delivered within twenty-four hours if the original cannot be