The U. S. Government is seeking information from qualified small businesses for the rental, delivery, and maintenance of HVAC units. The requirement includes providing 25-ton and 10-ton self-supported HVAC units with ducting for 20 structures across five compounds. The goal is to maintain an internal temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit. The contractor will be responsible for delivery, setup, and maintenance, with 24/7 support and a 4-hour response time for repairs. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 5, 2026. Access to Fort Knox requires compliance with installation access control policies and procedures. Responses to this sources sought notice are due by March 23, 2026, at 11:00 a. m. ET. The anticipated NAICS code is ****.
The bid notice states that HVAC systems must be fully operational and start cooling every Navitrac tent and sprung structure no later than the fully operational date and time listed in the table, with specific dates ranging from May 19, 2026, to May 23, 2026, and maintaining the temperature until August 3, 2026, or August 14, 2026, depending on the location.
The bid notice requires contractors to provide all labor, supervision, management, materials, and equipment for the rental, delivery, and maintenance of HVAC units. It also mentions that all systems shall be in compliance with state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
The bid notice states that if any of the Navitrac tents or sprung structures have an interior temperature higher than 68 degrees Fahrenheit, the government may take a prorated deduction off of the final invoice. Additionally, if a replacement for an unserviceable HVAC unit is not made within 24 hours of notification, the government may request a prorated amount for a price reduction.
The bid notice states that the government will have an onsite project walk through with the contractor on May 5, 2026.