Automated Ground Filter Unit Tape
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force is issuing a Special Notice for the procurement of 98 rolls of 3M 850 Tape (Deactivation Strip - Brown) for the Automated Ground Filter Unit (AGFU). This requirement is under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Technical Applications Products Section requires 98 rolls of 3M 850 Tape, specifically the Deactivation Strip - Brown, to support the Automated Ground Filter Unit (AGFU). The AGFU is a unique ground-based particulate sampler used by the DOD and other agencies. The AGFU is under configuration control, and its baseline documentation (Technical Instruction 13-AGFU-1 & 13-AGFU-2) mandates the use of this specific tape and process. Any alternative tape would necessitate investigation, testing, and approval from the Configuration Control Board (CCB).
Key Specifications (Drawing G1-47-1611 Rev H)
- Material: 3M 850 Polyester Adhesive Tape (or equivalent).
- Fabrication: Must adhere to the specified length table.
- Deactivation: 5.50 inches of tape to be deactivated using a government-specified colored release agent.
- Item Identification: In accordance with MIL-STD-130N, including NSN 7045ND901257J and part number format P/N: OW200G1-47-1611-XXX.
- Length Table: Specifies minimum lengths for part numbers -001 (130 +20.0/-00.0 yards) and -002 (1230 +20.0/-00.0 yards).
- Dimensions: Includes specific dimensions, such as .50 inches width and 6.50 inches length for a section, and a minimum core diameter of 3.00 inches.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 8, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
- Published: January 29, 2026
- Place of Performance: Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, United States
- Product/Service Code: 8135 (Packaging And Packing Bulk Materials)
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Aidan Dickson (aidan.dickson.1@us.af.mil, 210-925-5282)