48 RQS - DZCO Deployment Kit

SOL #: FA487726QA097Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4877 355 CONS PK
DAVIS MONTHAN AFB, AZ, 85707-3522, United States

Place of Performance

Tucson, AZ

NAICS

Search (334511)

PSC

Navigational Instruments (6605)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 17, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 30, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 1, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 is soliciting quotes for DZCO (Drop Zone Control Officer) Deployment Kit(s) for the 48th Rescue Squadron. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement for a firm-fixed-price contract. The requirement includes a mix of brand name only and brand name or equal items. Quotes are due May 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT.

Scope of Work

The 48th Rescue Squadron requires DZCO Deployment Kits, which include specific equipment items. This is a Partial Brand Name Only procurement. Key items include:

  • CLIN 0001: Phantom AZL-15® Kit AMP-3 / Box in 1 (Brand Name Only) (2 units)
  • CLIN 0002: Crossfire® HD 8x42 (Brand Name or Equal) (4 units)
  • CLIN 0003: 1630 Protector Transport Case (Brand Name Only) (4 units)
  • CLIN 0004: GoSports Classic Cornhole Bean Bags Set of 4 (Brand Name or Equal) (8 units)
  • CLIN 0005: Cammenga Official US Military Tritium Lensatic Compass (Brand Name or Equal) (4 units)
  • CLIN 0006: Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Olive Drab (Brand Name Only) (4 units)
  • CLIN 0007: Pull Up Cords Wind Blade (MEDIUM, POLE SET & BAG MEDIUM, 48 RQS logo centered on black wind blades) (2 units)

Partial shipments are allowed, and there is no specified delivery timeline. The delivery address is 4625 S Phoenix St, Bldg 4843, Tucson, AZ 85707.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-fixed price
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 334511 with a size standard of 1,350 employees
  • Product Service Code: 6605 (Navigational Instruments)
  • Place of Performance: Tucson, AZ 85707, United States

Submission & Evaluation

Quotes will be evaluated based on lowest price and technical acceptability. Technical acceptability is defined by the quoter's capability statement to procure the specified equipment. Past performance will not be evaluated. Quotes must include Company Name, Company Address, CAGE Code, and Small Business Type. Quotes must not exceed 4 pages.

Key Dates

  • Questions Due: April 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
  • Quotes Due: May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)

Additional Notes

This solicitation has been amended multiple times. Amendment 1 extended the solicitation deadline and changed the set-aside from Women Owned Small Business to Total Small Business. Subsequent amendments clarified details for CLIN 0007, specifying black wind blades with the 48 RQS logo centered. Applicable regulations include Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01, DFARS, DAFFARS, and RFO Part 12. An ombudsman is available for concerns after attempting resolution with the Contracting Officer.

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