Breathing Air Machine Repair and Shop Air Compressor Maintenance

Sources Sought Notice

Breathing Air Machine Repair and Shop Air Compressor Maintenance for the Connecticut Air National Guard

1. Notice Details

Notice ID: W50SC226QA003

Agency: Department of the Air Force, Air National Guard

Office: 103rd Airlift Wing, Connecticut Air National Guard

Location: Bradley Air National Guard Base, East Granby, CT

Posted Date: 8/18/2026

Response Date: 8/23/2026, 5PM EDT

Classification Code: J043 – Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment: Pumps and Compressors

NAICS Code: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5 million)

2. Description

This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only, not a solicitation for proposals. The 103rd Airlift Wing of the Connecticut Air National Guard is seeking to identify qualified small businesses located in the Connecticut region with the capability to perform maintenance and repair services for a breathing air machine and shop air compressors as detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

The Government will use the information submitted in response to this notice to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement.

3. Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all personnel, tools, equipment, materials, and supervision to perform a five-part project. The key requirements include:

Part 1: Replace the failing water separator trap and drain assembly on the breathing air system.

Part 2: Install a drip leg with a ball valve at the inlet of the breathing air dryer to collect excess condensate.

Part 3: Replace both tower pressure switches on the Hankinson model 95CBA air dryer and resolve any recorded faults.

Part 4: Replace eight (8) Wilkerson in-line filter elements within the breathing air distribution lines.

Part 5: Provide comprehensive annual service for two (2) Chicago Pneumatic air compressors, including filter and oil changes, system checks, cleaning, and operational testing.

All work performed must be leak-checked, and equipment must be tested and left in fully operational condition. The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and OSHA safety and environmental regulations.

4. Submission Requirements

Interested parties are invited to submit a capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to perform the services described above. The submission should not exceed five (5) pages and must include the following information:

Company Information: Company name, address, phone number, and point of contact (POC) with email address.

Business Size and Status: Business size (e.g., small business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) under the specified NAICS code 811310.

Identification Numbers: Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE code.

Capability Narrative: A brief description of your company's capabilities and experience performing similar projects.

Geographic Proximity: Confirmation that your business is located within or has the ability to service the Connecticut region.

5. Submission Instructions

Please submit your capabilities statement via email to MSgt Delmar Munoz: delmar.munoz.mil@army.mil no later than the response date and time listed above. The subject line of the email should read: "Sources Sought Response: Breathing Air Machine Repair – [Your Company Name]".

6. Disclaimer

This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This notice does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice.