18 SFS Gate 1 VCC Vindicator Badge Management
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force is soliciting quotes for 18 SFS Gate 1 VCC Vindicator Badge Management services at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This Unrestricted opportunity seeks to upgrade the existing Vindicator Badge Manager (VBM) system, which has reached its end of operational lifecycle, to ensure modernization, security standards, and effective mission support for the 18 Security Forces (18 SFS). Quotes are due by March 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM Japan Standard Time (JST).
Scope of Work
The procurement involves providing and installing new equipment, migrating existing data, and ensuring full operational capability of the upgraded Vindicator Badge Manager system. Key components include an AE Vindicator Security Server, AE VBM 3 Badge Manager SA Workstations, Video Badge Cameras, a Photo Badging Printer, LCD Displays, and KVM Switches/Kits.
Major contractor tasks include:
- Data Migration: Assessment, planning, secure backup, transfer, post-migration testing, and documentation of all current organizational data to the new server.
- Equipment Installation: Site preparation, assembly, software/firmware installation, system configuration, and initial testing of new equipment.
- Testing & Quality Assurance: Comprehensive functional, compatibility, load, and performance testing, issue resolution, re-testing, and final acceptance testing.
- Training: Provision of training for designated government personnel on the operation and maintenance of the new equipment.
- Documentation: Delivery of all relevant documentation, including testing protocols, troubleshooting guides, and user manuals.
Contract Details
This is a Combined Synopsis/Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number FA527026Q0007. The pricing arrangement is Firm Fixed Price for both the Vindicator Security Server (PSC: 6350, NAICS: 561621, size standard $25M) and installation services. The place of performance is Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan. Delivery of equipment is required within 45 days after receipt of order, with installation completed within 15 days thereafter (totaling 60 days).
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted via email to Ms. Nina Wickwire (nina.wickwire.2@us.af.mil) and Mr. Dylan Tsuchiya (dylan.tsuchiya.jp@us.af.mil). Submissions must include the solicitation number, offeror's name, address, telephone number, a technical description of items offered, warranty terms, price and discount terms, and remit-to address. Representations and certifications are required, with some needing electronic completion via SAM. The Government will award a contract to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. Price is an explicit evaluation factor. Bidders must provide a quote for all items on Attachment 01: Price Exhibit, with itemized costs. Personnel must hold valid Vindicator certifications, with evidence required upon award.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: March 18, 2026, by 4:00 PM JST
- Quotes Due: March 25, 2026, by 4:00 PM JST
- Primary Contact: Nina Wickwire (nina.wickwire.2@us.af.mil, 315-634-0896)
- Secondary Contact: Dylan Tsuchiya (dylan.tsuchiya.jp@us.af.mil, 315-634-4366)