SAM #FA500427

Eielson AFB high-pressure boiler maintenance and repair services

The U.S. Air Force is seeking market information on maintenance and repair support for six high-pressure boilers at Eielson AFB. - Government buyer: Department of the Air Force, Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), through the 354th Contracting Squadron; work is at the Central Heat and Power Plant, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. - Boiler OEMs and equipment: - Springfield Boiler Co. — four coal-fired high-pressure boilers, Model 1951. - Indeck Keystone Energy — two coal-fired high-pressure boilers, Model 2013. - Requested service: On-call emergency and scheduled inspection, maintenance, welding, machining, component replacement, and repair of the six boilers and associated support systems. Work may include tube rolling and replacement, reshaping, and repairs to boiler components and related piping. - Key requirements: A qualified technician must arrive on site within 24 hours of an emergency call-out. Inspection findings and recommended repairs are due within one business day; the contractor must obtain Contracting Officer authorization and a Notice to Proceed before proceeding beyond the initial inspection or ordering materials. - Qualifications and acceptance: Contractors must have an active National Board ASME “R” Stamp and current ASME Section IX welder certifications. Completed work must meet applicable boiler codes and manufacturer tolerances and be accepted by a certified State of Alaska Boiler Inspector. - Contractor-provided resources: The contractor supplies labor, transportation, materials, tools, equipment, facilities, and personnel. Base access and hazardous-material approval requirements also apply. - Notice status: This is a sources-sought market-research notice, not a request for proposals, bids, or quotations.

Description

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Title: Central Heat and Power Plant (CHPP) Boiler Maintenance and Repair Services Department / Agency: Department of the Air Force Sub-tier: Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Major Command: 354th Fighter Wing Office: 354 CONS / PK, Eielson AFB, AK 99702

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Original Published Date: 10/7/2026 Original Response Date: 10/23/2026 at 16:00 AKST Applicable NAICS Code: Primary: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5M) Secondary / Alternate: 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (Small Business Size Standard: $19.0M) Product Service Code (PSC): J044 – Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment: Furnace, Steam Plant, and Drying Equipment Place of Performance: Central Heat and Power Plant (CHPP), Bldg 6203 Eielson Air Force Base, AK 99702 United States

2. STATUTORY AUTHORITY & DISCLAIMER

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS conducted pursuant to RFO Part 10 (Market Research). This notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quotation (RFQ).

This notice does not commit the U.S. Government (USG) to contract for any supply or service. The Government will not award a contract based on this Sources Sought, nor will it reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparing or submitting responses. Participation is strictly voluntary. Failure to respond to this announcement will not preclude an interested party from submitting an offer under any subsequent formal solicitation, should one be issued.

Information received will be used within the Department of the Air Force to determine market capabilities, potential small-business set-aside opportunities, and procurement strategy.

3. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT

The 354th Contracting Squadron (354 CONS) at Eielson AFB, Alaska, is conducting market research to identify qualified, capable, and certified commercial contractors interested in providing on-call, critical emergency and scheduled maintenance and repair services for the Central Heat and Power Plant (CHPP) high-pressure power boilers.

A copy of the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is attached to this SAM.gov posting as Attachment 1. Vendors are strongly advised to review Attachment 1 in its entirety prior to responding.

3.1 Background & Plant Criticality

The Eielson AFB CHPP provides vital thermal heat and electrical power to all base facilities under extreme sub-arctic winter conditions (temperatures regularly dropping below -40°F). Unplanned boiler outages pose immediate life-safety, mission, and infrastructure failure risks. Consequently, repair response times and quality standards are non-negotiable.

3.2 Equipment Inventory

The requirement encompasses six (6) utility-grade, coal-fired high-pressure power boilers and their associated support systems:

Four (4) Springfield Boiler Co. Model #1951 coal-fired high-pressure boilers. Two (2) Indeck Keystone Energy Model #2013 coal-fired high-pressure boilers.

3.3 Core Performance Scope (Refer to PWS Sections 1.0 – 2.5)

The contractor shall provide all management, personnel, labor, transportation, tooling, equipment, and certified materials to perform:

24-Hour Emergency Physical On-Site Response: A qualified technician must be physically present on-site at Eielson AFB within 24 hours of initial call-out notification from the Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). On-Site Inspection & Letter of Recommended Repair (LRR): Submission of a detailed LRR (including root cause, part numbers, compliance citations, labor hours, lead times, and a firm-fixed-price proposal) within one (1) business day of inspection. CO Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) Enforcement: No parts ordering or work beyond initial inspection may occur without formal written authorization from the Contracting Officer. Full Boiler Envelope & Pressure Vessel Repair: Extensive repairs to include any and all associated piping related to boiler production but not limited to: welding, rolling, reshaping, and replacement of water wall tubes, superheater tubes, economizer tubes, generating tubes, pier tubes, front/sidewall/rear headers, superheater headers, mud drums, steam drums, power piping, blowdown drains, safety valves, hand holes, manholes, soot blowers, baffles, and gas passes. No Government-Furnished Property (GFE/GFP): The Government will furnish zero tools, vehicles, facilities, tube rollers, or welding equipment (PWS Section 4.4). Base Security & HAZMAT: Personnel must be vetted via the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) and satisfy Bioenvironmental Engineering SDS/HAZMAT approval processes prior to bringing materials on-site.

4. MANDATORY QUALIFICATION THRESHOLDS

To be deemed capable under this requirement, respondents must demonstrate compliance with the following mandatory qualifications (see PWS Section 3.0):

ASME "R" Stamp: The prime contractor must hold an active National Board "R" (Repairs and Alterations) Stamp Certificate of Authorization. ASME Section IX Welder Certifications: All personnel executing welding and repair tasks must hold current certifications compliant with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section IX. State of Alaska Boiler Inspection: All repairs must be inspected and formally accepted by a certified State of Alaska Boiler Inspector. The contractor is solely responsible for scheduling and funding these inspections prior to invoice submittal.

Part II: Industry Feedback & PWS Comments

Identify any ambiguities, restrictive requirements, or commercial standard misalignments in the attached draft PWS (Attachment 1). Provide feedback on proposed NAICS classification and potential subcontracting/teaming arrangements

5. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Format: Electronic submission in Adobe PDF format via email.

Due Date & Time: All responses must be received no later than 10/30/2026 at 16:00 AKST.

Point of Contacts:

<ul>
    <li><strong>Contract Specialist:</strong><br />
    Name: John Jockusch<br />
    Email: john.jockusch.3@us.af.mil<br />
    Phone: (907) 377-5371</li>
    <li><strong>Contracting Officer:</strong><br />
    Name: Brandon Gilbert<br />
    Email: brandon.gilbert.9@us.af.mil<br />
    Phone: (907) 377-5080</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Email Subject Line:</strong><br />
FA500427 - Sources Sought Response: Eielson CHPP Boiler Repair - [Company Name]</li>

6. ATTACHMENTS TO THIS SAM.GOV POSTING

Attachment 1 – Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS): CHPP Boiler Repair Services, Eielson AFB

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