148 days left · Sources Sought · Wright Patterson AFB, OH

WPAFB 3rd Air Stream/ B18

DEPT OF DEFENSE — W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE

NAICS 238220 hvacmechanicalcompressed air systemsindustrial constructioncontrols integration

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting market research at Wright-Patterson AFB to identify contractors capable of building a new industrial compressed air plant for the B18 Complex in Ohio.

Design and construction of a new industrial compressed air plant including two 4,000 HP centrifugal compressors, two natural gas-fired air heaters (18.1–55 MM BTU/hr), insulated specialty steel piping (schedule 80–120), valves, controls, and integration with existing systems.

What you'll need

Capability to design and construct large industrial HVAC/mechanical systems
Experience with compressed air systems and centrifugal compressor installation
Ability to work in controlled-access government facility (WPAFB security clearance/badging)
Demonstrated experience with natural gas-fired industrial heater integration
Knowledge of process control system integration and commissioning

Ideal bidder: Heavy mechanical/industrial HVAC contractors or engineering-procurement-construction (EPC) firms with expertise in large compressed air systems and industrial plant commissioning.

Est. value: Not stated

Eligibility: Currently full and open. USACE will review market survey responses to determine whether to set aside (in full or in part) for small business in any category. Small business set-aside categories will be considered.

Solicitation #	W912QR26-3rd_Air_Stream_B18
Notice type	Sources Sought
NAICS	238220
Set-aside	Full & open
Place of performance	Wright Patterson AFB, OH
Response deadline	2026-10-31 13:00
Posted	2025-10-17

View & bid on SAM.gov → Contact: thomas.s.nauert@usace.army.mil

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