WPAFB 3rd Air Stream/ B18

The WPAFB 3rd Air Stream/ B18 project is a sources sought notice issued by the Department of Defense to identify qualified small business concerns for the construction of a new industrial compressed air plant at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. Located within the controlled access B18 Complex, the project scope includes the installation of two government-furnished 4,000 HP centrifugal air compressors, two industrial natural gas-fired air heaters, and insulated specialty steel distribution piping. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for the excavation and demolition of existing abandoned compressors and piping, medium-voltage electrical work, industrial automation system controls replacement, roof work, and minor architectural repairs. The project is estimated to cost between 5 million and 10 million dollars with a performance period of approximately 900 calendar days. This market survey is specifically targeting small businesses, including HUBZone, 8(a), Woman-Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, to determine if a set-aside is appropriate. Interested respondents must submit their qualifications via a specific Market Survey Response Form by October 31, 2025. Required submission details include the company's Unique Entity Identifier, Cage Code, verification of small business status, and documentation of single and aggregate performance and payment bond limits. Furthermore, firms must provide descriptions of up to three similar projects completed as a prime contractor within the last five years, including project size, scope, dollar value, and two professional references. All payments for the future contract will be made via electronic funds transfer, requiring registration in the System for Award Management.