Cable Installation - Requirements Contract
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 Air Force (341 CONS) is soliciting quotes for a Requirements Contract to provide Inside and Outside Plant (ISP/OSP) Cable Installation, Surveys, and Maintenance at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a five-year ordering period. Quotes are due by February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel and labor for comprehensive cabling infrastructure support, including:
- Installation: Category 6 and Fiber Optic (multimode) cabling, both with and without conduit.
- Infrastructure: Installation of racks, cabinets, fiber distribution panels, and cable management hardware.
- Services: Site surveys for path availability, engineering solutions, testing of new installations, and periodic maintenance of communications closets.
- Compliance: All work must adhere to OEM manuals, DoD/AF policies, and industry standards (TIA/BICSI/IEEE).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Requirements Contract (Firm Fixed-Price task orders)
- Duration: 5-year ordering period (Estimated Feb 20, 2026 – Feb 19, 2031)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST
- Place of Performance: Malmstrom AFB, Great Falls, MT
Evaluation
The Government intends to evaluate the lowest three offers conforming to the solicitation specifications. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, considering price (based on the provided CLIN Breakdown form) and past performance (verified via SPRS and CPARS).
Additional Notes
- Funding: This effort is currently "Subject to Availability of Funds." No award will be made until funds are secured.
- Submission: Quotes must include the completed SF1449 and the CLIN Breakdown Form.
- Labor: Service Contract Act (SCA) wage determinations apply for Cascade County, MT.