INFRARED HYBRID BLUE/RED LIGHT

SOL #: FA461026Q0024Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4610 30 CONS PK
VANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, United States

Place of Performance

Lompoc, CA

NAICS

Commercial (335132)

PSC

Indoor And Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures (6210)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 30, 2026
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Last Updated
May 7, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 is soliciting proposals for Infrared Hybrid Blue/Red Lights, specifically Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) wearable personal safety lights, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This requirement is for 500 units of devices like the Guardian Angel Elite Series or equivalent, designed for law enforcement safety. Proposals are due May 14, 2026, at 02:00 PM PST.

Scope of Work

The government requires a single, integrated wearable personal safety light unit providing both conspicuity and task-related illumination. Key salient characteristics include:

  • 360-degree lighting visible up to 5 miles.
  • Forward-facing work light and independent light controls.
  • Multiple user-selectable light color combinations (up to 20), with a specific requirement for red/blue Elite series for Law Enforcement.
  • Special emergency modes (SOS, flashing red/blue).
  • Multiple brightness settings.
  • Waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof construction.
  • Quick & Secure Magnet Mounting System with a hard mounting option (screws and tether).
  • Powered by a long-lasting rechargeable battery with fast-charging capability.
  • The Infrared (IR) feature is not a required specification; either Elite series is acceptable if it meets lighting and brightness requirements.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Solicitation (FA461026Q0024)
  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Quantity: 500 units
  • Estimated Value: $55,000.00 (including options)
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100%)
  • NAICS Code: 335132 (600 employees size standard)
  • Product Service Code: 6210 (Indoor And Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures)
  • Proposal Due: May 14, 2026, 02:00 PM (PST)
  • Delivery Required By: June 05, 2026
  • Place of Performance/Delivery: Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437-6300
  • Published Date: May 06, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

Offers must be submitted electronically. A complete quote comprises two parts:

  1. Part I - Price Quote: Submitted on SF 1449.
  2. Part II - Technical Submission: Must not exceed five (5) pages, demonstrating how the offered product meets or exceeds salient characteristics. Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days. Evaluation will be based on "Technically Acceptable" and Price, with award to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous (Best Value). The lowest-priced offer will be evaluated first for technical acceptability.

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