66--IRA - High-Temperature Chamber Furnace
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89243327NEX000003
Sources SoughtDepartment of Energy
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At a glance
National Energy Technology Laboratory of Department of Energy posted this Sources Sought on Nov 10, 2026. Responses are due Nov 16, 2026. NAICS 333994 (Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing), product or service code 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies). Solicitation number 89243327NEX000003.
Solicitation details
General information
- Solicitation number
- 89243327NEX000003
- Notice type
- Sources Sought
Classification
- NAICS
- 333994Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing
- Product or service
- 6640Laboratory Equipment and Supplies
Agency
- Department
- Department of Energy
- Sub-tier
- Department of Energy
- Office
- National Energy Technology Laboratory
Description
This amendment is to address several requests for clarifications associated with our Technical Specifications.
Q1. Facility Access and Rigging: The specifications require installation at the R&D plateau on the NETL Pittsburgh site. Does the specific facility have a loading dock capable of receiving standard freight, and is there a clear, at-grade, or freight-elevator-accessible path to the final installation room with adequate door clearances for a 100 kW system?
A1: NETL has a clear path to the final installation area with adequate door clearances for a 100 kW system.
Q2. Utility Proximity: The furnace requires a 480-volt, three-phase, 60 Hz power supply supporting an overall power of at least 100 kW. Is the necessary hardwire drop or disconnect already existing within the immediate footprint of the intended installation area, or will the contractor be responsible for routing power from a distant sub-panel?
A2: NETL is responsible for installing all necessary hardwire drops or disconnects.
Q3. Gas Supply and Exhaust: The system requires a fueled incinerator torch to combust organic outgassing. Will the Government supply the necessary process and sweep gases (e.g, Argon, Nitrogen, Propane/Natural gas) via existing facility lines, and is there an existing facility exhaust or fume hood integration point for the torch output?
A3: NETL is responsible for installing all necessary gases, gas lines, and venting lines.
Q4. Lead Times and Compliance: Given that Brand Name or Equal highly customized vacuum furnaces built to NRTL, UL 508A, and NFPA 79 standards often have commercial lead times exceeding 6 to 9 months, will the anticipated RFQ allow for standard commercial lead times? Additionally, can you confirm if this procurement will be subject to the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) or strict Buy American Act (BAA) provisions?
A4: NETL will accept standard commercial lead times for this procurement. This procurement will be subject to the FAR 52.225-5 Trade Agreements Act (TAA).
Q1. Facility Access and Rigging: The specifications require installation at the R&D plateau on the NETL Pittsburgh site. Does the specific facility have a loading dock capable of receiving standard freight, and is there a clear, at-grade, or freight-elevator-accessible path to the final installation room with adequate door clearances for a 100 kW system?
A1: NETL has a clear path to the final installation area with adequate door clearances for a 100 kW system.
Q2. Utility Proximity: The furnace requires a 480-volt, three-phase, 60 Hz power supply supporting an overall power of at least 100 kW. Is the necessary hardwire drop or disconnect already existing within the immediate footprint of the intended installation area, or will the contractor be responsible for routing power from a distant sub-panel?
A2: NETL is responsible for installing all necessary hardwire drops or disconnects.
Q3. Gas Supply and Exhaust: The system requires a fueled incinerator torch to combust organic outgassing. Will the Government supply the necessary process and sweep gases (e.g, Argon, Nitrogen, Propane/Natural gas) via existing facility lines, and is there an existing facility exhaust or fume hood integration point for the torch output?
A3: NETL is responsible for installing all necessary gases, gas lines, and venting lines.
Q4. Lead Times and Compliance: Given that Brand Name or Equal highly customized vacuum furnaces built to NRTL, UL 508A, and NFPA 79 standards often have commercial lead times exceeding 6 to 9 months, will the anticipated RFQ allow for standard commercial lead times? Additionally, can you confirm if this procurement will be subject to the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) or strict Buy American Act (BAA) provisions?
A4: NETL will accept standard commercial lead times for this procurement. This procurement will be subject to the FAR 52.225-5 Trade Agreements Act (TAA).
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