Elevator 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, specifically FA4626 341 CONS LGC, is conducting Sources Sought market research to identify qualified small businesses for Elevator Maintenance services at Malmstrom Air Force Base (MAFB), MT, and its remote Missile Alert Facilities (MAFs). This effort aims to determine potential sources and assess the feasibility of a competitive small business set-aside. Responses are due March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive maintenance, repair, and inspection services for Vertical Transportation Equipment (VTE), including freight and passenger elevators, escalators, wheelchair/stair lifts, dock levelers, and dumbwaiters. The contractor will provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor to ensure continuous and safe operation. Services are covered by a monthly fixed price, encompassing all inspections, maintenance, repairs, replacements, and routine/emergency service calls. Work must comply with ASME, NFPA, UFC, OSHA standards, and OEM recommendations. Excluded services include alterations, modernizations, damage from abuse, and cosmetic elements.
Contract Details
This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No contract award will result from this notice. The NAICS code is 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) with a size standard of $19.0 million.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide a summary outline of their qualifications to perform Elevator Maintenance as detailed in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). Responses must include a description of similar services provided to government and commercial customers within the past three years. If teaming is involved, details on prime and partner responsibilities are required. Submissions must be emailed to barek.webster@us.af.mil by 2:00 pm Mountain time on March 18, 2026. Vendor web pages will not be accepted.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The government is specifically interested in identifying responsible Total Small Business sources, including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small businesses. Bidders must identify their small business status relative to NAICS code 238290.
Additional Notes
A detailed Statement of Work (SOW) is attached for reference. Key requirements include developing an annual Maintenance Control Program (MCP) and a Quality Control Program (QCP), performing inspections and tests per ASME A17.1, and adhering to specific response times for routine (72 hours) and emergency (24 hours) service calls. Security compliance, including AT Awareness Training and base access procedures for Malmstrom AFB and missile fields, is mandatory. Environmental control and asbestos management are also specified. If a procurement decision is made, a separate pre-solicitation synopsis will be posted.