Fiber Jetting Equipment and Training
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 the FA3016 502 CONS CL, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify contractors capable of providing Fiber Jetting Equipment and Training. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Responses are due by May 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The government seeks information on vendors who can supply specific fiber jetting equipment and associated training. The required equipment, detailed in the Salient Characteristics Document, includes:
- Blower Assembly: For blowing or floating telecommunications cables (optical fiber, coaxial, multipair), requiring a minimum one-year warranty, vendor training/certification, and operation/maintenance data. Specific cable and duct size ranges are defined.
- Micro-Cable Pusher Blower: Designed for pushing and blowing indoor and outdoor FTTH micro-cables, with defined cable and duct size ranges.
- Air Compressor: A towable, mobile, direct drive rotary screw air compressor with a diesel engine, capable of 195 CFM at 200 PSI, a 10-hour run time, and meeting sound level requirements. It must include an electric start, control panel, specific filter types, and multiple outlets.
- Air Hose: A 3/4 Inch Air Hose, 50ft.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 19, 2026, 12:00 PM CST (17:00 UTC)
- Published: May 11, 2026
- Place of Performance: DWG, TX 78236, United States (implied where telecommunications cables are installed).
Evaluation
This is strictly for market research and information gathering. Responses will be used for technical and acquisition planning to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability. This notice is not a solicitation or request for quotes, and respondents will not be notified of the results.
Additional Notes
Interested contractors are requested to complete the attached Sources Sought document and provide information on their company size (small business status and socio-economic concerns), and any recommended NAICS codes. All information provided is strictly voluntary. Responses should be submitted in MS Word or Adobe PDF format. Proprietary information must be clearly identified.