Installation of Beacon and Wireless Control Switch
SOL #: FA480026Q0053SolicitationSole Source
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4800 633 CONS PKP
LANGLEY AFB, VA, 23665, United States
Place of Performance
Fort Eustis, VA
NAICS
Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)
PSC
Indoor And Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures (6210)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 24, 2026, 4:00 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 (733 CES) is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the purchase and installation of an airfield beacon light and a wireless control system at Fort Eustis, VA. This is a sole source acquisition for the ECS-224M beacon model from Electrical & Construction Specialists, Inc. (ECS), as it is the only available source and required to meet FAA regulations. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves providing a complete and usable beacon light system for critical life safety support at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Key tasks include:
- Relocation and Installation: Relocating the existing beacon system from Air Traffic Control Tower B2416 to Cell Tower B13606. This includes providing all necessary equipment, materials, and labor.
- Wireless Control System: Implementing a wireless control system to enable communication between the Air Traffic Control Tower and the relocated beacon.
- Component Requirements: The system components include the beacon light, control box, photoelectric cell, control switch, pilot light, antennas, coaxial cables, power, and grounding components.
- Compliance: Ensuring the updated system complies with applicable rules and regulations, including UFC 3-535-01, AC 150/5345-12, and AC 150/5345-53. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components must be used for the existing beacon system (part number ECS-224M) to meet FAA regulations.
- Operational Continuity: Maintaining the operational status of the existing beacon light until the new system is fully functional and disposing of old system components upon completion.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) award.
- Set-Aside: No set-aside will be used for this requirement.
- NAICS Code: 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.
- Size Standard: $19,000,000.00.
- Period of Performance: 60 days after receipt of order.
- Anticipated Award Date: April 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Fort Eustis, VA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Deadline: April 24, 2026, no later than 12:00 P.M. EDT.
- Basis for Award: Best Value, considering comparative evaluations of price and technical capability.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Capability.
- Important Note: Vendors should provide their best terms in their initial quote, as the government may award without exchanges.
- Clauses: Bidders must review all incorporated DFARS and FAR clauses, particularly DFARS 252.204-7017 regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment.
Contacts
- Primary: Brittney Osborne, brittney.osborne@us.af.mil, 757-764-3576
- Secondary: Owen Hutto, owen.hutto@us.af.mil, 757-764-1115
People
Points of Contact
Brittney OsbornePRIMARY
Owen HuttoSECONDARY
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Solicitation
Posted: Apr 20, 2026