Columbus AFB Wrecker Repaint
Overview
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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, 14 CONS/PKB at Columbus Air Force Base, MS, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Wrecker Repaint Service. This is market research to identify potential sources capable of repairing body damage and repainting a 2009 Jerr-Dan 14-ton Wrecker/Tow Truck. The Air Force anticipates a competitive acquisition, potentially set aside for small businesses. Responses are due by June 17, 2026.
Purpose & Context
This notice is for planning purposes only, pursuant to FAR Part 10 (Market Research) and FAR Part 19 (Small Business Programs). No solicitation is available at this time, and the Air Force does not intend to award a contract based on responses to this notice. Information submitted is voluntary and will be used to determine the acquisition strategy for a future competitive award.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be required to provide all management, personnel, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor necessary to:
- Repair all damaged fiberglass body panels on a 2009 Jerr-Dan 14-ton Wrecker/Tow Truck (VIN 1HTMKAAN09H135203).
- Prepare the truck for painting and perform a complete repaint of the entire cab and body in factory color or equivalent.
- Replace all applicable warning, safety, and capacity labels.
- Adhere to industry-standard body repair and paint practices, including manufacturer specifications. The anticipated period of performance is 60 calendar days after award, though alternate completion dates may be considered.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated NAICS: 811121 (Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $9.0M.
- Anticipated Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The Air Force reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside for any subsequent acquisition.
- Product Service Code: J023 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, And Cycles).
- Place of Performance: While the requiring activity is Columbus AFB, MS, the DRAFT PWS indicates the actual repair work can be performed by any retailer in the continental U.S.
Response Requirements
Interested businesses capable of meeting the requirements outlined in the attached DRAFT PWS are invited to respond electronically. Responses, limited to 5 pages, must include:
- A capabilities statement with company name, address, UEI, CAGE code, and point of contact.
- Business size and any additional socio-economic categories (e.g., small business, SDVOSB, WOSB, HUBZone).
- A positive statement of intent to bid as a prime contractor.
- Any current government contract vehicles that could be utilized.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due Date: June 17, 2026
- Contract Specialist: Linghong Zhang (linghong.zhang.cn@us.af.mil, 662-434-1709)
- Contracting Officer: Micah-James Carley (micah-james.carley@us.af.mil, 662-434-7787)