7 MUNS Vindicator
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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.
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, 7th Contracting Squadron, Dyess AFB, TX, is soliciting quotes for the replacement of the legacy Monaco Intrusion Detection System (IDS) with a new Honeywell Vindicator IDS at Dyess AFB. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. Quotes are due May 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. CST.
Scope of Work
The project requires the contractor to furnish all project management, labor, materials, equipment, and services for the complete removal and disposal of the existing Monaco IDS. This includes the provision and installation of a new Honeywell Vindicator IDS, encompassing all necessary hardware, software, and licensing. The scope also covers the installation of fiber optic cabling and conduit, comprehensive system testing, and delivery of operator and administrator training. Work will be performed at Dyess AFB, TX, specifically within buildings 9129, 9130, 9131, 9132, 9134, 9135, 9142, and 9143. Key tasks involve trenching for fiber optic cabling, installation of handholes and manholes, and adherence to Air Force Instructions (AFI) and Department of Defense Manuals (DoDM). A Honeywell certified technician must be present during installation and testing, and all contractor employees must be US citizens.
Contract Details & Set-Aside
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 561621, Small Business Size Standard: $25.0 Million
- Place of Performance: Dyess AFB, TX 79607
- Funding: Award is contingent upon the availability of funds.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit three volumes:
- Volume 1: Pricing Schedule (using Attachment 7)
- Volume 2: Technical Approach (max 5 pages, including plan, schedule, safety, Vindicator equipment, and proof of technician certification)
- Volume 3: Past Performance Information (max 5 pages, listing up to five recent and relevant contracts). Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 90 days. Evaluation will be based on Best Value, considering Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance, with Technical and Past Performance approximately equal to Price. A rating of "Acceptable" or higher is required for the Technical factor.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: April 22, 2026, 3:00 p.m. CST
- Optional Site Visit #2: April 17, 2026 (RSVP by April 16, 2026, 1600 CST)
- Optional Site Visit #1: April 13, 2026 (RSVP by April 10, 2026, 1600 CST)
- Quotes Due: May 20, 2026, 8:00 a.m. CST
- Submission & Questions Email: christian.limtiaco@us.af.mil and trevor.finch.1@us.af.mil
Additional Notes
Attachment 8 provides comprehensive Questions & Answers, clarifying technical requirements for electrical, conduit, fiber optics, IDS system specifics (Vindicator 4.5 R2 VE 15, 8-hour battery backup), and security systems. Bidders must review these clarifications carefully.