Automatic Bowling Lane Machine
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 U.S. Air Force is soliciting quotes for an Automatic Bowling Lane Machine for cleaning, conditioning, and oiling, including training, a battery with charger, and direct shipping to Aviano Air Base, Italy. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items. Quotes are due by June 24, 2026, at 1:30 PM CEST (GMT+2).
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of:
- CLIN 0001: One (1) Automatic Bowling Lane Machine, for cleaning, conditioning, and oiling, to include training.
- CLIN 0002: One (1) Battery with Charger (220V 50/60 HZ).
- CLIN 0003: Direct shipping to Aviano AB.
The lane machine must meet specific salient characteristics, including being capable of automating cleaning, conditioning, and oiling processes, featuring a high-accuracy oiling system, maintaining up to 60 lanes per battery charge, ensuring consistent lane preparation, and being rechargeable battery-operated with a spare battery and 220V 50/60 HZ charger. It must also conform to UE requirements (CE marking) and include integrated safety mechanisms. The required lead time is 90 days from the date of award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
- NAICS Code: 333310.
- PSC Code: 7910 (Floor Polishers And Vacuum Cleaning Equipment).
- Set-Aside: No set-aside will be used due to the overseas location.
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 1:30 PM CEST (GMT+2).
- Questions Due: June 17, 2026, at 1600 hrs. Central European Time.
- Published Date: May 5, 2026.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 60 days.
- Funds: Award is subject to the availability of funds.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, based on evaluation factors including Price, Technical Exhibit, and Proposed Delivery Schedule.
Eligibility & Requirements
- All firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) to be considered for award.
- The proposed equipment must meet all specified salient characteristics and comply with UE requirements (CE marking).
- Offerors must acknowledge all solicitation terms, conditions, and amendments.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, which bidders must review. An Ombudsman is available to facilitate the resolution of concerns. The exchange rate for EURO/USD is 0.9303.