Dry Vacuum Pump
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOR · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Energy, through Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) contractor UT-Battelle LLC, is seeking to acquire a dry vacuum pump. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both a procurement announcement and the actual solicitation document for offerors.
Dry vacuum pumps are common industrial equipment used to remove gas molecules from a sealed volume to create a vacuum without the use of sealing liquids. NAICS 333912 covers "Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing," which includes vacuum pump production. ORNL—the nation's largest multi-program science and energy laboratory—uses vacuum systems across its research activities, including materials science, neutron scattering, and advanced manufacturing. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, performance specifications, and intended application.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Energy; ORNL UT-Battelle LLC (DOE contractor) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | PR505843 |
| NAICS | 333912 (Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Oak Ridge, Tennessee |
Who can bid
This procurement is full and open competition with no set-aside designation. Any responsible business capable of manufacturing or supplying a dry vacuum pump meeting the government's requirements may submit a quote or offer, regardless of size. This includes large manufacturers, small businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors.
Small businesses in NAICS 333912 should note that the Small Business Administration's size standard for this industry typically applies. Even without a set-aside, small businesses can compete directly. If you are a small manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, or related gas-handling equipment, your technical expertise and potential pricing advantages may position you competitively against larger suppliers.
How to put together a competitive bid
For an equipment purchase like this, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance. Dry vacuum pumps vary significantly by ultimate vacuum level, pumping speed, power requirements, and operating temperature range. See the solicitation for precise specifications. Ensure your product matches or exceeds stated requirements without proposing unnecessary capabilities that inflate cost.
Pricing strategy. Without a set-aside, you compete against all market participants, including major vacuum equipment manufacturers. Research comparable commercial pricing for dry vacuum pumps in this class. Consider total cost of ownership factors—energy efficiency, maintenance intervals, and expected service life—that may differentiate your offer even at a higher initial price.
Delivery and warranty terms. ORNL operates on defined project schedules. Confirm your capacity to meet any required delivery date to Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Strong warranty terms and domestic service support may score favorably in evaluation.
Past performance and qualifications. If your firm has supplied similar equipment to national laboratories, universities, or semiconductor/Pharmaceutical manufacturers, highlight this relevant experience.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation PR505843 on SAM.gov for detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions. Pay close attention to the response deadline of November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time—combined synopsis/solicitations typically do not accommodate late submissions. If you need clarification on technical requirements or terms, use the points of contact listed in the SAM.gov notice well before the deadline to allow time for response and bid revision if needed.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →