2026 Joint Base Charleston Air Show Magnetometers

Quick Summary

The Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for the lease or rental of magnetometers and security wands to support the 2026 Joint Base Charleston Air Show in Charleston AFB, SC. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The contractor will be responsible for the delivery, setup, operation, and removal of all equipment. Proposals are due March 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, tools, supplies, materials, and transportation for the comprehensive management of metal detector equipment. This includes:

• Delivery, installation, calibration, powering, training, tear-down, and removal of equipment.
• Site preparation and maintenance to ensure units are stabilized and accessible.
• Inspection and correction of deficiencies within 24 hours.
• Compliance with Federal Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

Required Equipment Quantities and Locations:

• BLUE LOT ECP: 25 Walkthrough Metal Detectors, 25 Handheld Wands, 25 Floor Mats, 50 Divesting Bowls.
• RED LOT ECP: 25 Walkthrough Metal Detectors, 25 Handheld Wands, 25 Floor Mats, 50 Divesting Bowls.
• HOUSING ECP: 10 Walkthrough Metal Detectors, 10 Handheld Wands, 10 Floor Mats, 20 Divesting Bowls.
• DV ECP: 5 Handheld Wands, 10 Divesting Bowls.
• Total: 60 Walkthrough Metal Detectors, 65 Handheld Wands, 60 Floor Mats, 130 Divesting Bowls.

Technical Requirements

Magnetometers (Walkthrough Metal Detectors):

• Detection: Multi-zone detection with high sensitivity (200+ levels), precise discrimination between threats and personal items, and uniform detection without "dead spots."
• Operational Efficiency: High throughput features (pacing lights), interference immunity, and a user-friendly interface with intuitive controls and clear displays.
• Reliability: Compliance with international standards (TSA, ECAC), durable construction, weatherproofing (high IP rating), and flexible power options with battery backup.

Security Wands (Handheld):

• Design: Lightweight, ergonomic, and battery-operated (rechargeable/replaceable with extended life).
• Performance: High sensitivity for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, automatic tuning, and multiple alert types (audible, visual, vibration).

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all items.
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
• NAICS Code: 561621 (Security Systems Services), Size Standard: $25,000,000.
• Product Service Code: W063 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems).
• Period of Performance: April 30, 2026 – May 3, 2026.
• Place of Performance: Joint Base Charleston, SC.
• Key Deadlines: Delivery and setup by April 30, 2026, 12:00 PM. Pick-up by May 3, 2026, 6:00 PM.

Submission & Evaluation

• Offer Due Date: March 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Quotes will be evaluated for technical acceptability on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable vendor.
• Submission Instructions: Vendors should quote their best terms. The government reserves the right to conduct interchanges.
• Important Clauses: FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 are incorporated by reference.
• Payment: Electronic submission via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
• Inspection/Acceptance: At Destination.

Contact Information

• Primary: SSgt Adrian Martell (adrian.martell@us.af.mil, 843-963-3722)
• Secondary: Roger "Dale" Crews (roger.crews@us.af.mil, 843-963-3568)