Air Force Plant Access Control Vetting
Overview
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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, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/EZV) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified companies capable of providing Access Control Vetting Services for government employees and visitors at various Air Force Plants across the United States. This includes Air Force Plant 42 (Palmdale, CA), Air Force Plant 4 (Fort Worth, TX), Air Force Plant 6 (Marietta, GA), and Air Force Plant 44 (Tucson, AZ). The goal is to determine the fitness and reliability of personnel accessing national security resources and information. Responses are due by March 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for expert services to vet personnel against authoritative law enforcement databases, including the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Interstate Identification Index (III). Key aspects include:
- System Capabilities: FBI CJIS and Air Force CSO approval, mobile handheld computers for electronic verification, secure data-sharing processes, sub-second credential scanning, and a minimum 98% system uptime.
- Vetting Standards: Compliance with DoD standard DoDM 5200.08V3_AFMAN 31-101V3 for Installation Perimeter Access Control, including an interface to the Government's Identity Matching Engine for Security and Analysis (IMESA).
- Personnel: Use of DOJ-trained CJIS certified NCIC Terminal Operators and Trainers.
- Credential Support: Ability to scan and vet a wide variety of IDs (e.g., US/Canada IDs/DL, Military CAC, PIV, PIV-I, Trusted Traveler, US Immigration, Passports, industry barcodes).
- Operational Requirements: Standalone software/hardware (no DoD/Government network access, no major infrastructure), discrete handheld screens, flexible scanning/vetting options.
- Equipment & Support: Provision of mobile handheld computers, warm standby units, docking/charging stations, online visit request programs, site surveys, installation, 24x7 remote monitoring, onsite maintenance, training, and upgrades.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 561621 – Security Systems Services
- PSC Code: R430 – Support Professional: Physical Security And Badging
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, potential for future small business set-aside)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published: January 29, 2026
Submission Details
Interested parties should submit a Contractor Capability Survey including business information (Company Name, Address, POC, CAGE, Phone, Email, Web, Business Size Status for NAICS 561621, domestic/foreign ownership, proprietary data statement, and acceptance of proposed FAR/DFARS clauses). A capabilities statement, limited to 10 pages (8.5x11 inches, single-spaced, 12pt font), should detail expertise in meeting the requirements. Responses must be UNCLASSIFIED.
Email responses to Kyle Hartlage (kyle.hartlage@us.af.mil) and Charnelle Hagans (charnelle.hagans@us.af.mil).
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment by the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside for any subsequent action. All costs associated with responding are at the party's expense. Not responding does not preclude participation in future RFPs.