INDUSTRY DAY - Grounds Maintenance for Multiple Installations on Okinawa, JP
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 18th Contracting Squadron (18CONS) is hosting an Industry Day for an anticipated requirement for Grounds Maintenance services across Multiple Installations on Okinawa, Japan. This event aims to inform industry partners about the future requirement, gather feedback, and understand market capabilities. Both in-person and virtual sessions are scheduled for May 27-28, 2026. Interested vendors must submit an Entry Authorization List (EAL) by May 4, 2026, for base access.
Event Details
This Special Notice is for market research and planning purposes, not a solicitation. The Industry Day will provide information on contract objectives, scope, and anticipated timeline.
In-Person Session:
- Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
- Time: 0900-1100 JST
- Location: Jack's Place at the Rocker Annex
Virtual Session:
- Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
- Time: 0900-1100 JST
- Platform: Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 993 450 061 290 / Passcode: Py6Jq3KM)
Base Access & EAL
Vendors attending the in-person event require base access. An Entry Authorization List (EAL) will be used. Attendees must submit required information (Name, Gender, DOB, Citizenship, Country of Birth, ID Number) using 'Attachment 1 - EAL for Attendees' (a template for collecting this data) by 1100hrs (JST) on May 4, 2026. The completed document must be converted to a PDF.
Expressing Interest
Businesses capable of large-scale grounds maintenance are encouraged to express interest by emailing the Primary Point of Contact, Austin Robey (austin.robey@us.af.mil). The email subject line should include the Notice ID: '18CONS-GROUNDSMX-26-001'. Include your company name, a capabilities statement (preferably PDF), and a primary contact to be added to the distribution list for future updates.
Contact Information
- Primary POC: Austin Robey, Contract Specialist (austin.robey@us.af.mil / 526-634-1481)
- Alternate POC: LJ Morris, Contracting Officer (lauree.morris@us.af.mil)