Corrosion Control/Painting

SOL #: FA252126QB094Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA2521 45 CONS PK
PATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, United States

Place of Performance

Patrick AFB, FL

NAICS

Painting and Wall Covering Contractors (238320)

PSC

No PSC code specified

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
May 11, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 18, 2026, 5:00 PM

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, specifically the FA2521 45 CONS PK office at Patrick Space Force Base, FL, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Corrosion Control/Painting Services. This market research aims to identify qualified firms for a potential Small Business Set-Aside to perform exterior painting and corrosion control on Building 417, an 8' x 20' metal Conex. Responses are due by May 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern.

Scope of Work

The requirement involves providing labor, equipment, and materials to repair, prepare, and paint the exterior of Building 417 at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB), Florida. Key tasks include:

  • Site Preparation: Cleaning, de-rusting, and de-scaling surfaces to a sound substrate.
  • Exterior Painting: Application of paint, including ancillary work such as removing/reinstalling minor appurtenances, protecting workers and facilities, ensuring environmental protection, and restoring adjacent areas.
  • Surface Preparation: Detailed cleaning, pre-cleaning, and removal of grease, oil, salts, dirt, and corrosion.
  • Product Application: Adherence to manufacturer's instructions for spray, brush, and roller application, including stripe coats and defect repair.
  • Stenciling: Repainting or preserving existing facility markings. Performance standards include specific limits for soluble chloride, ferrous, and sulfate ions, and achieving specified dry film thickness (DFT). A single-source, unconditional three-year labor and materials warranty is required upon Government acceptance.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
  • Anticipated RFQ Number: FA2521-26-Q-B094
  • Set-Aside: Being considered for a Small Business Set-Aside program. The proposed NAICS Code is 238320, with a size standard of $19,000,000.
  • Place of Performance: Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB), Florida.
  • Response Due: May 26, 2026, by 1:00 PM Eastern.
  • Published Date: May 11, 2026.

Submission Requirements

Interested firms should submit a capabilities package, not exceeding 5 pages, outlining their ability to provide the required services, including management and labor. The package must include:

  • Business size (annual revenues and employee size).
  • Business status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, or small business).
  • Anticipated teaming arrangements.
  • A description of similar services offered.
  • No more than three past references with contact information and contract numbers.

Additional Notes

This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for information requested or costs incurred. All interested parties must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for any future contract award.

Contacts: Christopher Petrosky (christopher.petrosky.4@spaceforce.mil) and Cynthia Whittaker (cynthia.whittaker@spaceforce.mil).

People

Points of Contact

Christopher PetroskyPRIMARY
Cynthia WhittakerSECONDARY

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