Drain Maintenance
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 is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for bacterial/enzyme drain and sewer treatment services at Barksdale Air Force Base, LA. This Sources Sought notice aims to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing comprehensive drain maintenance. Responses are due January 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and services necessary to perform bacterial/enzyme drain maintenance utilizing injection pumps. Key services include:
- Providing and installing bacterial/enzyme injection pumps.
- Servicing injection stations and ensuring a minimum of 160 billion live bacteria are dosed daily.
- Replenishing bacterial/enzymes as needed.
- Installing dosing stations without impeding daily operations and removing all debris.
- Adhering to safety, security, and fire prevention standards, including OSHA compliance and proper waste management.
- Work areas must be kept clean, and government property must not be damaged.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: January 20, 2026
Evaluation
This RFI is for market research purposes to gauge industry interest and capabilities. Responses will inform future acquisition strategies.
Additional Notes
Interested vendors must submit an email indicating interest and capability to the primary or alternate points of contact.
- Primary Contact: SSgt Darrell Gomba (darrell.gomba@us.af.mil, 318-456-4841)
- Alternate Contact: Thomas Hutchins (thomas.hutchins.2@us.af.mil, 318-456-3729) Normal base hours for access are 0730-1630 Monday through Friday.