Inspection & Testing of Electric and Diesel Fire Pumps, Engines, Controllers, and Oil/Water Separator at NWS Earle, BLDG R38
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC · Response deadline: Wed, 14 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is seeking inspection and testing services for fire protection and environmental systems at Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Earle in Leonardo, New Jersey. The specific scope covers electric and diesel fire pumps, engines, controllers, and an oil/water separator located in Building R38.
Fire pump inspection and testing is critical infrastructure maintenance governed by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, particularly NFPA 25 for water-based fire protection systems. These systems must undergo regular inspection, testing, and maintenance to ensure operational readiness for naval facilities. Diesel engine fire pumps require additional verification of fuel systems, batteries, cooling, and exhaust components. Oil/water separators are pollution prevention devices that treat wastewater before discharge, subject to environmental compliance requirements.
The contract work will occur at a single location on the NWS Earle installation. See the solicitation for the complete statement of work, performance requirements, and any frequency or scheduling specifications for recurring inspections.
Key facts
| Agency | Department of the Navy, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N4008526R0270 |
| NAICS | 811310 — Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 14, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT |
| Place of performance | Leonardo, New Jersey |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under NAICS 811310. To bid, your business must:
- Register and maintain active status in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
- Meet the small business size standard for NAICS 811310 ($16.0 million annual receipts, unless revised)
- Hold any required licenses or certifications for fire protection system inspection in New Jersey
- Be able to access NWS Earle, a Navy installation requiring security clearance procedures for personnel
Fire pump testing often requires technicians certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) or equivalent manufacturer training on specific controller brands. Oil/water separator inspection may require spill response training and familiarity with EPA SPCC regulations.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify your qualifications against NFPA requirements. Review whether your technicians hold current certifications for diesel engine fire pump testing, electric pump flow testing, and controller functional testing. Navy contracts typically require documentation of technician qualifications.
Assess site access and security. NWS Earle is an active weapons station. Factor in time and cost for badging, escort requirements, and any background check procedures. Contact the contracting officer early if unfamiliar with NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic facility access protocols.
Evaluate equipment and calibration needs. Flow testing requires calibrated pitot tubes, flow meters, and pressure gauges with current calibration certificates. Diesel engine testing may need load bank equipment. Confirm your inventory matches any specified test methods.
Understand oil/water separator compliance. If the separator requires sludge pumping, filter replacement, or effluent sampling, verify your environmental service capabilities or subcontracting approach.
Price labor, travel, and mobilization carefully. Single-location performance in New Jersey suggests local or regional contractors may have cost advantages. However, factor in potential after-hours or weekend testing requirements that often accompany mission-critical Navy facilities.
Review past performance requirements. NAVFAC typically evaluates recent similar contracts for fire protection or industrial maintenance. Prepare relevant project references.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N4008526R0270. The full document contains the detailed statement of work, contract clauses, evaluation criteria, and any drawings or specifications for Building R38 systems.
Note the deadline: All proposals must be submitted by October 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices often move quickly—verify whether this requires electronic submission through the Navy's designated platform or SAM.gov directly.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →