30 LRS Washrack Preventative Maintenance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
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, specifically the 30th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB), CA, requires monthly Washrack Preventative Maintenance Services. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial services, issued as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The contract will cover one base year and four option years. Quotes are due by 4:00 PM (Local) on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective is to ensure three washrack bays at VSFB remain fully operational, environmentally compliant, and safe. Services include:
- Monthly Preventative Maintenance (PM): On all wash rack components (filtration, pumping, foaming brush, water softening, air systems).
- Inspections & Minor Repairs: Full-system inspections to identify issues, with minor repairs conducted during PM visits (e.g., hose/belt replacement, filter servicing, wand/brush rebuilds).
- System Maintenance: Maintaining filtration, water treatment, ozone injectors, ozone generators, and oil/water separation components.
- Consumables Management: Monitoring and replenishing wash soap, foaming brush soap, and water softener salt.
- Compliance: Ensuring environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance, including proper waste disposal.
- Emergency & Corrective Maintenance: Providing support with specified response timelines (48 hours to 12 days).
- Inventory & Reporting: Maintaining parts inventory, restoring work areas, and delivering monthly PM reports.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: Estimated base year from June 20, 2026, to June 19, 2027, with four additional one-year option periods.
- Estimated Award Date: Anticipated by May 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
- Size Standard: $12.5 Million.
- Place of Performance: Vandenberg Space Force Base, Lompoc, CA 93437.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: Quotes are due no later than 4:00 PM (Local) on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
- Submission Method: Email to the listed points of contact.
- Required Documents: Technical capability statement demonstrating SOW compliance, and a completed Attachment 2 - Pricing Schedule.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the best valued quote that is technically acceptable, considering both Technical Capability and Price.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Special Requirements & Notes
Contractor personnel must possess strong mechanical, electrical, filtration, chemical delivery, and diagnostic skills, along with knowledge of environmental regulations and OSHA safety practices. Technicians must hold current certification in Washrack Maintenance and Repairs and be Riveer- and EST-factory trained. Bidders must adhere to the Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination for Santa Barbara County, CA, and review all incorporated clauses and provisions.