Combat Mission Folder Boxes
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 is soliciting quotes for Combat Mission Folder Boxes under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This Total Small Business Set-Aside aims to procure 35 new metal cases designed for aircraft configurations to transport secret documents and provide lockable storage for aircrew at Fairchild AFB, WA. Quotes are due June 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for manufacturing 35 Combat Mission Folder (CMF) cases from 1/16" and 3/16" steel sheets, adhering to precise salient characteristics. Key requirements include:
- Dimensions: 25 1/2" L x 14" W x 17 1/4" H.
- Construction: Riveted or welded seams, internal hinges, lock hasps, tamper-resistant design, and a painted finish.
- Functionality: Must be uniform for weight and balance compliance, installable on aircraft using provided floor plates, and feature a lockable lid.
- Specifics: Includes two 5" x 5" x 3/16" steel plates welded to the bottom with countersunk holes, an inward-bent lip on the top opening, centered hinges, and handles on the front and back.
- Delivery: All shipping costs to Fairchild AFB, WA, must be included.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 332439 (Boxes, Light Gauge Metal Manufacturing) with a 600-employee size standard.
- PSC: 8145 (Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers).
- Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
- Important Note: Funds are not presently available, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 10, 2026, 10:00 AM PT.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to SSgt Angelica Benitez (angelica.benitez@us.af.mil) and Sarah O'Neil (sarah.oneil.1@us.af.mil). Emails must be under 10 MB and should not include .zip files.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the government, considering Price and SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7024. The government intends to award without discussions.
- Eligibility: All prospective offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
Bidders must also adhere to Air Force specific terms and conditions, including a prohibition on providing services or products that require the use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) in testing, operation, or maintenance. An Ombudsman is available for facilitating concern resolution, but does not participate in evaluations or protests.