Water Softener System Purchase and Maintenance

Solicitation W9124M26QA016 is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 238220 for the purchase, installation, and comprehensive maintenance of a duplex water softener system at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The requirement specifies a 208,000-grain capacity system with a 65 GPM continuous flow and FRP tanks. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price award consisting of a base period for annual preventative maintenance and emergency services from September 22, 2026, to September 21, 2027, with an optional one-year extension through September 21, 2028. Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, evaluating price, technical understanding, and the delivery schedule. Technical acceptability is a pass/fail criterion, requiring a comprehensive warranty and a narrative demonstrating an understanding of the Performance Work Statement. Due to the location of performance, the contractor must adhere to strict security requirements, including obtaining a Facility Clearance (FCL) per NISPOM DoD 5220.22-M, undergoing NCIC-III and TSDB background checks for personnel, and completing mandatory OPSEC and Information Assurance training. Quotes must be submitted electronically to the designated Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by August 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. Submissions must include completed SF 1449 and SF 30 forms, with the solicitation number in the email subject line and the offeror's UEI and contact information in the body. Invoicing is to be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.