Fiber Install
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Air Force (DAF), 2d Contracting Squadron, is soliciting quotes (RFQ FA460826QS008) for the installation of a new 12-strand single-mode OSP dielectric fiber optic cable at Barksdale Air Force Base, LA. This project involves furnishing, installing, and testing the cable from Building 3458 Core Node to Building 6413 49 Test facility. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 238210 ($19M size standard). Quotes are due by 12:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all materials, labor, supplies, and equipment to install and test a Corning 12-strand single-mode OSP dielectric fiber optic cable. This includes work on outside plant infrastructure (manholes, conduit, innerducts) and specific installation details for both buildings. All equipment and materials must be new and require approval from the 2d Communications Squadron (CS) prior to ordering. Performance standards include TIA 526-7 testing, OTDR and Optical Power Meter tests, with a maximum acceptable loss of 2.1db for a 2000ft run, ensuring 100% serviceability. Deliverables include installation schedules, weekly status reports, as-built drawings, test results, and a 1-year warranty.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: FA460826QS008
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business (Total Small Business Set-Aside)
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Small Business Size Standard: $19M)
- Period of Performance: To Be Determined (TBD)
- Place of Performance: Barksdale Air Force Base, LA
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on price and technical factors to determine the best value. The lowest three quotes will undergo a technical evaluation. Offerors must submit a Technical Plan (maximum 2 pages) detailing their approach to furnishing, installing, and testing the fiber optic cable. Quotes must be submitted electronically and remain valid for 60 days. Compliance with FAR clauses, including 52.222-55 (Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026), is required.
Key Dates
- Site Visit RSVP Deadline: 4:00 PM CDT, Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Site Visit: 1:00 PM CDT, Thursday, February 19, 2026 (RSVP required)
- Questions Due: 12:00 PM CDT, Friday, February 20, 2026
- Quotes Due: 12:00 PM CDT, Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Points of Contact
- Contract Specialist: 2d Lt Caleb Schuelke (caleb.schuelke.1@us.af.mil, 318-456-3612)
- Contracting Officer: Tiffany Collazo (tiffany.collazo.2@us.af.mil, 318-456-3400)