Emergency Lighting Systems - USAG-Baumholder, Germany
Overview
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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 U.S. Army Contracting Command, 409th Contracting Support Brigade (CSB) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for Emergency Lighting Systems maintenance and repair at USAG-Baumholder, Germany. This is not a Request for Proposal. The purpose is to identify interested parties with the resources and capabilities to support yearly maintenance and repair of existing emergency lighting systems within the Baumholder Military Community. Responses are due June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This is a non-personal services contract for maintenance and minor repair of emergency lighting systems. The scope includes:
- Semi-annual preventative maintenance and minor repairs on emergency lighting systems in housing buildings.
- Semi-annual maintenance, inspection, and minor repairs on emergency lighting monitoring systems (CEAG, CG Vision) in specific buildings.
- Annual replacement of one of three emergency lighting monitoring system servers.
- Submission of detailed preventative maintenance reports.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS: 561210 (Small Business Size Standard: $47,000,000)
- Product Service Code: J059 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components
- Set-Aside: None (FAR Part 19 small business programs are not being applied due to local German labor laws).
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 4:00 PM CEST
- Questions Due: June 1, 2026, 4:00 PM CEST
- Published: May 19, 2026
Information Requested
Respondents should submit a capabilities package (max 10 pages) addressing:
- Past work experience on similar requirements (prime/subcontractor, size, scope, complexity, timeframe, certifications).
- Ability to manage tasks and subcontractors.
- Awareness and compliance with German registration/authorization and local laws.
- Company/personnel qualifications and certifications (e.g., AE Reg 27-715, VDE 108, VDE 105, NFPA, UVV, DIN).
- Personnel English proficiency levels (reading, speaking, writing).
- Realistic total contract value from provided ranges (EUR 150,000-250,000; EUR 250,000-350,000; EUR 350,000-450,000).
- Suggestions for CLIN structure improvements.
- Feedback on the appropriateness of NAICS 561210.
- Recommendations for structuring requirements to facilitate small business competition and commercial availability.
Special Requirements
Contractor must comply with German law for working in Germany, including obtaining necessary permits and authorizations. Adherence to security requirements (installation access, background checks, OPSEC, AT Level I, iWATCH training) and stipulated English proficiency levels for personnel are mandatory.
Additional Notes
This is for market analysis only and does not constitute a solicitation. All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov. Proprietary information will be protected. No phone calls will be accepted.