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 at multiple installations across Okinawa, Japan. This event, a Special Notice for market research, aims to inform industry partners, gather feedback, and refine the acquisition strategy for this significant future requirement. Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available in late June 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by emailing the Point of Contact by June 8, 2026.
Purpose of Industry Day
The primary goal is for the Government to share information about the future grounds maintenance requirement and to understand marketplace capabilities. By reviewing lessons learned from previous contracts, the 18CONS seeks to collaboratively refine the acquisition strategy. This interactive session will allow potential offerors to ask preliminary questions and provide valuable feedback on contract objectives, potential scope, and anticipated timelines.
Event Details
- In-Person Industry Day:
- Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Time: 0900-1100 JST
- Location: Jack's Place at the Rocker Annex
- Virtual Industry Day:
- Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
- Time: 0900-1100 JST
- Platform: Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 993 994 646 602 / Passcode: Eh2t43Yo)
Participation & Registration
Vendors interested in attending the in-person event will require base access. An Entry Authorization List (EAL) will be used, requiring attendees to submit specific information (Name, Gender, DOB, Citizenship, Country of Birth, ID Number) via 'Attachment 1 - EAL for Attendees'. EALs are due by 1100hrs (JST) on June 8, 2026.
All 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 should include the Notice ID '18CONS-GROUNDSMX-26-001' in the subject line, company name, a capabilities statement, and a primary contact. This ensures inclusion on future distribution lists.
Key Dates
- Published Date: May 4, 2026
- EAL Submission Deadline: June 8, 2026, 1100 JST
- In-Person Industry Day: June 24, 2026
- Virtual Industry Day: June 25, 2026
Disclaimer
This is a Special Notice for market research and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposals, quotes, or bids. The Government will not award a contract based on this notice or reimburse response costs. Participation in the Industry Day is voluntary and not a prerequisite for any future solicitation.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Austin Robey, Contract Specialist (austin.robey@us.af.mil)