Aircraft Washing and Anti-Intrusion Proofing
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 Mission Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Rucker, AL, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Aircraft Washing and Anti-Intrusion Proofing services. This effort aims to preserve static military aircraft at Fort Rucker. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal services to perform static military aircraft washing and anti-intrusion proofing. Key tasks include:
- Aircraft Washing: Exterior washing, lubrication, and drying of static aircraft, including specialized cleaning for sensitive areas and corrosion-prone spots.
- Anti-Intrusion Proofing: Implementing measures to detect, deter, exclude, or remove pests (birds, insects, rodents) to prevent damage and unsanitary conditions. This involves physical barriers, deterrents, and habitat modification advice.
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Developing and implementing a plan focused on humane, environmentally responsible, and non-chemical methods.
- Environmental Compliance: Strict adherence to all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations for waste management, cleaning, and pest control operations. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary washing and anti-intrusion materials and equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Duration: Estimated Five Years (Base plus four option years)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 488190, $40.0M size standard)
- Response Due: January 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM CST
- Published: January 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: Fort Rucker, Alabama, including the Army Aviation Museum Airpark, Ozark Gate Guard, Enterprise Gate Guard, and Cairns Army Airfield.
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice only; no quotes are required at this time. Vendors should send a confirmation email to Jeanellia S. Payne (Jeanellia.s.payne.civ@army.mil) indicating their ability to perform and listing their business categories (e.g., small business category, other than small business). Capability statements or other information are not required, and no questions will be answered by the Government for this RFI.