Dare County Range Cable TV
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, specifically Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, is conducting a Sources Sought for Cable TV services at the Dare County Bombing Range in Stumpy Point, North Carolina. This is for market research purposes to identify potential sources for RFQ number FA480926Q0020. Responses are due March 2, 2026, at 1 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to provide Multichannel video programming and local channels. The services must meet salient characteristics including high reliability, fixed scheduling and equipment, content variety, and subscription services.
The proposed NAICS Code is 517111 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers) with a size standard of 1,500 employees. The Government is interested in any size business capable of meeting this requirement.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should submit a capabilities package that explicitly demonstrates their ability to provide the required services. The package should include:
- Company's business status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, VOSB, Small Business)
- DUNS, CAGE Code, and System for Award Management (SAM) expiration date
- Anticipated teaming arrangements (delineating work between prime and partners)
- Description of similar services offered to government and commercial customers
- Three past references with current contact information and contract numbers (for services)
- Indication of whether the firm is a supplier or manufacturer (for supplies)
- Status as a Foreign-owned/foreign-controlled firm and any contemplated use of foreign national employees.
The capabilities package should be brief and concise, not exceeding 5 pages.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS: 517111 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-aside)
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 1 PM EST
- Published: February 13, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. Responses will inform the Government's small business set-aside decision. All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov. Future information will be issued via SAM.gov. Responses should be submitted electronically to nakisha.mckenzie@us.af.mil.