Air Compressor Relocation
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.ONR.ONR NRL.NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a contract for air compressor relocation services. This falls within the Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors industry (NAICS 238210), which covers the installation, servicing, and repair of electrical and mechanical building systems. Air compressor relocation typically involves disconnecting, moving, and reinstalling compressed air systems, including electrical connections, piping, and potentially ventilation or foundation work.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0017326Q1905 |
| NAICS | 238210 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Washington, DC |
Who can bid
This opportunity is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Any qualified business, regardless of size, may submit an offer. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and should have experience relevant to electrical and mechanical systems work. Because NAICS 238210 carries a small business size standard based on average annual receipts, see the solicitation to confirm whether any size-based socioeconomic programs might still apply or if the contract is expected to exceed applicable thresholds.
How to put together a competitive bid
For facilities relocation work in D.C., focus bids on these elements:
Site assessment: Account for the unique constraints of an active government research facility. NRL's Washington, D.C. location involves working within secure federal property; see the solicitation for access requirements, security clearances, or escort procedures.
Technical approach: Detail your methodology for safely decommissioning, transporting, and reinstalling air compressor equipment. Address electrical disconnect/reconnect, pressure vessel handling, alignment, and testing/startup.
Schedule: Propose realistic timelines that minimize disruption to laboratory operations. Government research facilities typically prioritize continuity.
Labor qualifications: Highlight technicians with relevant certifications—electricians, pipefitters, and any specialized compressor manufacturer training.
D.C.-specific factors: Factor in union labor requirements if applicable, District building permits, traffic restrictions for equipment transport, and disposal regulations for any refrigerants or lubricants.
Past performance: Demonstrate comparable compressor or industrial equipment relocation projects, ideally for federal clients.
Pricing structure: Given the synopsis/solicitation format, the government likely seeks fixed-price offers; see the solicitation for pricing instructions and any line-item requirements.
Next steps
Review the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0017326Q1905. Confirm all technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and required representations. Note that quotes are due October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT—allow time for any SAM.gov technical issues or required documentation updates.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →