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Sources Sought - Bowling Center Oil Machine - Eielson AFB, AK
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The Bowling Center at Eielson AFB, Alaska, is seeking market information for a commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine to support daily operations and ensure consistent lane performance. The machine must be battery-operated and feature lane-to-lane walking capability, eliminating the need for manual transport between lanes. It must automatically apply lane conditioner using programmable oil patterns tailored for recreational, league, and tournament play, while incorporating a sprayless cleaning system and removable vacuum motor with a large waste recovery tank. Essential features include integrated Wi-Fi connectivity, mobile app integration for pattern management and diagnostics, an easy-change squeegee cartridge, multi-adjustment squeegee, six variable drive speed settings, two auto-aligning lane whiskers, and a front safety object detection system. Additional required components are a tank light, glide lane conditioner, and oil pattern access with integration capabilities. The equipment must be engineered for continuous, high-volume commercial use to prevent premature lane deterioration, inconsistent playing conditions, operational disruptions, and decreased customer satisfaction. This procurement is structured as a sources sought notice issued under NAICS code 339920 by the Department of Defense through the 354 Cons Pk office, with the solicitation number SSBOWLINGOILLTJ and a response deadline of June 19, 2026. The point of contact is Jose C. Jimenez, with Ryan Baudouin as secondary contact, both reachable via email and phone provided. The place of performance is Eielson AFB, Alaska, and no contract value, pricing details, evaluation factors, clauses, or delivery terms are available due to system errors in retrieving those sections. The notice is published for market research purposes only, and the government is not currently issuing a binding solicitation but seeks information on available products and capabilities from potential vendors to inform future acquisition decisions.
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Eielson AFB, AK, 99702, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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** FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSE ONLY **
The Bowling Center requires the purchase of one (1) commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine to support daily bowling operations and ensure proper upkeep of bowling lanes. The machine shall be capable of automatically applying lane conditioner (oil) and cleaning bowling lanes using programmable lane patterns to maintain lane performance, consistency, and longevity.
The machine shall be battery operated and equipped with lane-to-lane walking capability, allowing it to move independently between lanes without manual transport. The system shall support multiple oil pattern configurations for recreational bowling, league play, and tournament operations. The machine shall include integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and mobile application functionality for pattern management, updates, diagnostics, and operational monitoring.
At a minimum, the machine shall include the following features:
- Tank light
- Mobile app integration
- Glide lane conditioner
- Sprayless cleaning system
- Battery-operated functionality
- Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
- Lane-to-lane walking capability
- Oil pattern access and pattern integration
- Removable vacuum motor
- Large waste recovery tank
- Easy-change squeegee cartridge
- Multi-adjustment squeegee
- Six (6) variable drive speed settings
- Two (2) auto-aligning lane whiskers
- Front safety object detection system
The machine shall be designed for commercial bowling center use and capable of supporting continuous daily operations. Failure to maintain bowling lanes with an appropriate lane conditioning machine may result in premature lane deterioration, inconsistent lane conditions, reduced customer satisfaction, and potential interruption of Bowling Center operations.
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