Sources Sought- Amerex Fire Bottles Inspections
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, 21st Contracting Squadron at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify vendors capable of performing annual inspections of fifty-five (55) 150lb, Amerex Model 600 Halon 1211 Portable Fire Bottles. This is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by April 22, 2026, at 09:00 AM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the annual inspection of fifty-five (55) 150lb, Amerex Model 600 Halon 1211 Portable Fire Bottles located at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339999 - All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
- Small Business Size Standard: 550 employees
- Set-Aside: None specified (vendors are requested to provide small business socio-economic status if applicable)
- Response Due: April 22, 2026, 09:00 AM Mountain Time
- Published: April 16, 2026
Purpose of Market Research & Information Requested
This announcement is for market research only to gather information from potential sources. The government is not seeking quotes at this time. Interested vendors should provide:
- Authorization to inspect/service Amerex fire bottles and supporting documentation.
- Earliest availability for inspections at PSFB.
- Confirmation of NAICS code suitability or suggestion of a more appropriate code.
- Confirmation of holding NFPA 10 standards.
- Information on bulk quantity discounts.
- Company name, address, point of contact, telephone, email, CAGE/DUNS, and contract vehicle number (if applicable).
- Representation/Certification of small business socio-economic status (if applicable).
Additional Notes
Submissions should be in writing via email to Payton Wydra (payton.wydra@spaceforce.mil) and Stephen Carr (stephen.carr.12@spaceforce.mil). The contracting officer may post an amendment to answer questions or request additional information.