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This is a Sources Sought notice.
The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The Air Force needs a small business to supply a breathing air compressor system for fire department emergency responders.
Key Details
The Air Force needs a breathing air compressor system for fire department emergency responders. The system must be NFPA 1901 and 1989 compliant and include:
- An all-in-one unit with 6,000 PSI storage capacity and 15-25 horsepower
- Three SCBA fill stations accommodating cylinders up to 31" overall length
- A 100-foot high-pressure cabinet-enclosed hose reel
- A sound-attenuating enclosure with slam-action latches
- An automatic condensate drain system with a noncorrosive reservoir, integrated float sensor, and automatic "Full" indication with compressor shutdown
- Safety alarms with an emergency stop button
The system must be the Bauer brand due to unit integration with the existing breathing air system under service contract FA449725C0008.
What's the contract structure and timeline?
The notice doesn't say.
How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say.
When and how do you bid?
Submit your proposal by 4:00 PM EST on June 19, 2026, through SAM.gov.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered in SAM.gov.
Primary point of contact
Name
Angela Nartowicz
Email
angela.nartowicz.1@us.af.mil
Phone
(302) 677-6757