Electrical Outlets
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 U.S. Air Force has issued a Presolicitation for the installation of electrical outlets at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. This opportunity, anticipated as full and open competition, seeks interested sources for the installation of 12 electrical outlets within two Large Area Maintenance Shelters (LAMS). Responses to this pre-solicitation are requested by May 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the installation of 12 total electrical outlets (6 per tent) inside two Large Area Maintenance Shelters (LAMS) to support Cargo Deployment Function (CDF) operations. The scope includes all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision. The outlets must be 230V, 50Hz (standard European system) and capable of supporting mission-essential equipment such as laptops, radios, fans, and administrative tools.
Key components required include outer and inner distribution panels, main fuses, DIN rail terminal blocks, and moisture-proof electrical outlets, with specified brands (or equivalent) like Steidle, Spelsberg, Hager, Weidmuller, and Merten Aquastar. All electrical installations must comply with both the National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA 70) for U.S. requirements and Verband der Elektrotechnik (VDE) standards for German electrical installations. The work will be performed at the LAMS adjacent to Building 3452, Ramstein Air Base, during normal work hours (08:00-16:00) Monday through Friday, excluding German and American holidays.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (anticipated full and open competition)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (as per RFO 5.101(c)(2) for Germany)
- Response Due: May 9, 2026, 14:00Z
- Published: April 9, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice to gauge interest; it is not a Request for Quotation, and no quotes will be accepted at this time. All responsible sources are invited to submit a response to show interest. Primary Contact: Kirsten Bartholome (kirsten.bartholome.de@us.af.mil) Secondary Contact: Iris Laub (iris.laub.de@us.af.mil)