Base Operating Support Services for U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan
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 Department of the Navy / NAVFACSYSCOM FAR EAST has issued a Solicitation for Base Operating Support Services (BOSC) at U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. This opportunity aims to secure comprehensive facilities operations support. Proposals are due by July 16, 2026.
Purpose & Context
This notice provides informational documents from a site visit conducted on May 21, 2026, including an attendee list, a site handout, and a route map. An earlier Amendment 0002 significantly revised the evaluation factors for award. Additionally, a Q&A document highlights industry concerns regarding the proposal deadline, licensing requirements, potential competition restrictions, currency for proposals, increased past experience requirements, the USMC Maximo system, and security clearances. All responses to these questions are currently deferred, indicating potential future clarifications or amendments.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Facilities Operations Support Services (PSC S216), encompassing a broad range of base operating support. The site visit handout details various building systems, equipment, and operational areas, providing insight into the infrastructure and specific protocols (e.g., "No cellphone" in certain areas, "Shoes off" for ATG Housing) that bidders must consider for maintenance, repair, and operational procedures. The route map further illustrates the physical layout and locations within the installation, aiding in logistical planning.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: S216 - Facilities Operations Support Services
- Department/Agency: Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY / NAVFACSYSCOM FAR EAST
- Place of Performance: U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan
- Set-Aside: None specified
Evaluation Factors (Per Amendment 0002)
Award will be based on a comprehensive evaluation of non-cost/price factors relative to price. Key factors include:
- Safety (Factor 1): Rated as Acceptable or Unacceptable.
- Experience (Factor 2): Requires demonstration of experience in specific functional annexes/sub-annexes, with a minimum award value of $50,000,000 per contract/task order and recency within the past five years.
- Past Performance (Factor 3): Requires recent and relevant past performance, considering recency, relevancy, source, context, and trends. Offerors without relevant past performance will receive a Neutral Confidence rating.
Key Documents & Insights
- Route Map Site Visit: Provides a visual understanding of the installation's layout and facilities.
- Attendees Site Visit_Redacted: Lists companies that attended the site visit, useful for competitive analysis.
- Handout Site Visit: Details specific infrastructure, equipment, and operational protocols, crucial for understanding the scope and constraints.
- Amendment 0002: Crucially modifies evaluation criteria, particularly for experience and past performance.
- Q&A Document: Reveals industry concerns and potential areas for future clarification, though responses are deferred.
Response Details
- Proposal Due Date: July 16, 2026, 06:00 AM Z.
- Primary Contact: Wencee Narvarte (wencee.p.narvarte.civ@us.navy.mil, 07011894219).
- Secondary Contact: Ross Yamato (ross.w.yamato.civ@us.navy.mil).