SAM #FA910126QB020

This procurement opportunity is issued by the Air Force Test Center, Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), for the acquisition of twelve (12) 24-inch butterfly valves with advanced electric actuators for use at Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee. - Government Buyer - Department of the Air Force, Air Force Test Center, Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) - Contracting office: AEDC PKP Procurement Branch, Arnold AFB, TN - Products and Quantities Requested - Twelve (12) 24-inch butterfly valves - Fully flanged, ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12 ductile iron body - Nylon 11 coated disc, EPDM seat, BUNA-N packing, two-part liquid epoxy coating - Designed for 25-year life, 200 cycles/year, suitable for raw lake water cooling service - Includes manual operators - Twelve (12) electric actuators - Compatible with Limitorque MX-B Series - Features: worm gear reduction, absolute position encoder, electronic torque sensor, NEMA 4/4X/6/IP68 enclosure, manual handwheel override, local and remote control, designed for submerged service and harsh environments - One (1) site visit service - OEMs and Vendors - No specific OEMs are mandated, but actuators must be compatible with Limitorque MX-B Series (Limitorque is a notable OEM in this space) - Unique or Notable Requirements - All valves and actuators must comply with American Water Works Association (AWWA) and ASTM standards - Buy American Act compliance is required - Delivery required within 16 weeks after order to Arnold Air Force Base, TN - Factory assembly, testing, and documentation are mandatory - Equipment must withstand up to 12 months of outdoor storage post-delivery without damage - Procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 332911 - Place of Performance and Delivery - Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee (primary delivery and installation site) - Contracting office located at AEDC, Arnold AFB, TN - Potential OEMs and Competitors - Limitorque (for actuators), Emerson, Flowserve, AUMA, Rotork, Val-Matic, DeZurik, and Pratt are likely competitors for valves and actuators meeting these specifications.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation. The subject requirement is for a commercial product; as such, this solicitation is prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This solicitation is not an authorization to begin performance, and in no way obligates the Government for any costs incurred by the vendor associated with developing a quote. The Government reserves the right not to award a contract in response to this RFQ. Prior to commencement of any activities associated with performance of this requirement, the Government will issue a written directive or contractual document signed by the Contracting Officer with appropriate consideration established.

The purpose of this solicitation is for the Government to procure twelve (12) 24-inch butterfly valves with manual operators and with non-modulating electrical actuators (IAW) Attachment 1 – Butterfly Valve Equipment Specifications and the American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards. Delivery is required to Arnold AFB in Tennessee.