316 CES Liquid Runway Deicer Purchase #2
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 (316 CONS PK) has issued an Award Notice for the urgent procurement of 8,800 gallons of liquid runway deicer for the 316 CES at St James, MD. This procurement was conducted as a single-source acquisition due to an "unusual and compelling urgency" following severe weather events.
Scope of Work
The requirement was for 8,800 gallons of environmentally safe liquid deicer, specifically cleared for use with F-16 mission sets and meeting SAE AMS 1435 specifications. The critical need was for delivery prior to January 31, 2026, to address runway conditions after a snowstorm on January 25, 2026, and in anticipation of another storm.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Single Source Justification - Simplified Acquisition)
- Set-Aside: None (Single Source)
- Published: February 3, 2026
Justification for Single Source
The Contracting Officer determined that only one source was reasonably available, citing FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to the extreme urgency. Market research was conducted, contacting 9 vendors, but the immediate need for deicer to maintain mission readiness precluded competitive quotes. The severe weather event created a critical shortage of deicer, necessitating rapid acquisition.
Future Considerations
The mission partner indicated they may consider stocking current inventory or purchasing additional deicer during warmer months to prevent similar urgent, single-source awards in the future.
Contact Information
- Primary: Ryan Lockard (ryan.lockard@us.af.mil, 240-612-5633)
- Secondary: Lt. Cory Zielinski (cory.zielinski@us.af.mil, 240-612-5646)