Small Business Set-Aside for Thermal Equipment Rental Per the Attachments

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is seeking a small business to provide specialized thermal equipment rentals. This procurement supports system testing at Panama City Beach, Florida, specifically for diver propulsion devices. The requirement includes a high-capacity chiller and heater/boiler system to manage 4,000 gallons of saltwater. The government has issued a brand-name justification for United Rentals Power & HVAC equipment, citing technical and schedule requirements. The scope covers equipment rental, assembly and dismantling labor, and heat exchange cleaning. Quotes are due by June 4, 2026, and must include OEM specifications, CAGE codes, and lead times. Evaluation will follow a best-value determination based on price, delivery, quality, and past performance. Invoicing will be managed through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. This solicitation from the Naval Surface Warfare Center seeks a small business to provide thermal equipment rentals for testing at the Panama City Division. The requirement centers on a high-capacity chiller and heater system to manage 4,000 gallons of saltwater. The scope includes the equipment rental, assembly and dismantling labor, and operational briefings for Navy personnel. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) requires a thermal system rental to support Diving Fleet Systems testing. The system must cool and heat 4,000 gallons of a 33% saltwater solution held in an open-top Conex box.