FY26 LRS Vertical Carousels

Other / Unclassified

This document is a letter from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to the U.S. Department of Air Force (USAF) granting an individual waiver of the Nonmanufacturer Rule (NMR) for the purchase of vertical carousels. The waiver is for a specific procurement under NAICS code 333922, Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing.

This waiver allows a qualified small business to supply products manufactured by other-than-small businesses or foreign manufacturers for this specific procurement. It is a one-time award waiver and does not waive other legal requirements like the Buy American Act. The document details the market research conducted by the USAF to determine that no small business domestic manufacturer could meet the specifications. It also outlines the specific requirements for the vertical carousels, including dimensions, carrier configurations, power requirements, and safety features, which are detailed in Appendix A. Bidders should note that this waiver is specific to this procurement and any modifications may require an additional waiver. The waiver is valid for one year from issuance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically "LRS VERTICAL CAROUSELS" for FY26. The government is procuring these items under FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR Part 13.5. This announcement serves as the only solicitation, and quotes are being requested; a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

• The core requirement is to furnish all labor, tools, parts, transportation, and supervision necessary to remove existing vertical carousels and deliver, install, and fully integrate new vertical carousels.

• The contractor must include all shipping costs to deliver the units to Fairchild AFB, WA.

• Specific details regarding vertical carousel locations are identified in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Specific delivery details will be coordinated with the 92 LRS POC after award.

• The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price.

• FOB: Destination.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but implied by the "FY26" designation.

• RFQ Number: FA462026QA202.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to SrA Yuying Wang (yuying.wang@us.af.mil) and Kathleen Rauch (kathleen.rauch@us.af.mil).

• RFQ due date/time: 18 February 2026 / 10:00 AM PT.

• Questions pertaining to this RFQ are due by 4 February 2026 / 10:00 AM PT.

• Evaluation will be based on Price and SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) IAW DFARS 252.204-7024.

• The government intends to award a contract using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

• The vendor agrees to hold prices firm through 31 May 2026.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 333922 (Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 500 Employees.

• PSC Code: 3990 (Miscellaneous Material Handling Equipment).

• All prospective offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.

• A site visit will be conducted on 28 January 2026 at 10:00 AM Pacific Time at Fairchild AFB.

• The contract CLIN structure details multiple "Vertical Carousel" items (LRS Carousel C, E, F, H, G, IPE Carousel, Envision Carousel), each with a quantity of 1.

• Attachment 1: Statement of Work is referenced.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To ensure efficient supplies, records, and materials storage and handling through the installation of new vertical carousels.

• Removal of existing vertical carousels by disassembling and disposing of debris/waste in accordance with regulations.

• Return of serviceable parts (shelves, bins, drawers, assemblies, doors) to the government.

• Installation of new vertical carousels.

• Testing for operational capability.

• Disposal of any debris/waste.

• The government is requesting seven (7) new Vertical Carousels to be delivered and installed.

• All parts provided shall be new; no refurbished materials accepted.

• Standard manufacturer warranties on parts and labor rates shall apply.

• All work will be performed on Fairchild Air Force Base.

• Specific locations for installation are detailed in the appendices and by CLIN.

• Personnel must abide by Fairchild Air Force Base security regulations.

• Personnel must pass a background check.

• Personnel must provide full name, DOB, SSN, driver’s license issuing state, and license number for installation access.

• Contractor must provide certified electricians for power disconnection, Heavy Duty Safety Switch transfer, and new unit power connection.

• Contractor must provide scrap metal bins for disposal of old carousels.

• Contractor must provide forklift and scissor lift for installation crew use.

• Work hours are typically Monday-Friday, 0700-1630, excluding Federal Holidays, but can be adjusted with Contracting Officer approval.

The document includes appendices detailing specifications for specific carousel models: LRS Carousel C, E, F, H, G, IPE Carousel, and Envision Carousel.