iPad Minis and Otterbox Cases

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions and answers related to solicitation FA301626Q0010. It provides clarifications from the government to potential bidders.

• Question 1-12: The document lists 12 questions posed by vendors, followed by government responses. The specific content of these questions and answers is not provided in the extracted text, but they are intended to clarify aspects of the solicitation.

• Contractor Questions Cutoff: The cutoff date for contractor questions is 04:00 pm CST on February 4, 2026. This indicates that any further clarification needed from vendors should have been submitted by this deadline.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "ATCH 3 - Clauses and Provisions," lists clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation FA301626Q0010. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the contractual terms and conditions that will apply to any resulting contract.

• Clause Number: The unique identifier for each clause.
• Clause Title: A brief description of the clause's subject matter.
• Alt No/Dev No: Alternate or development numbers, if applicable.
• Year/Mo: The year and month the clause was last updated.
• Section: The section of the contract where the clause is located.

Bidders must review these incorporated clauses and provisions to fully understand their rights, responsibilities, and obligations under the potential contract. This includes, but is not limited to, clauses related to:

• Requirements and representations
• Prohibitions on certain acquisitions (e.g., telecommunications equipment, specific regions)
• Business operations and certifications
• Payment and invoicing procedures
• Contract administration and compliance
• Small business participation
• Buy American and Trade Agreements
• Labor standards and equal opportunity

Understanding these clauses is critical for preparing a compliant offer and for successful contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed specifications for the OtterBox DEFENDER SERIES Case for iPad mini, which is likely an item being procured under the associated SAM.gov opportunity.

• Product: OtterBox DEFENDER SERIES Case for iPad mini
• Color: Black
• Material: Polycarbonate Shell
• Item Dimensions (LxWxH): 8.42 x 6.08 x 1.04 inches
• Brand: OtterBox
• Item Weight: 0.58 lbs
• Compatibility: iPad mini (A17 Pro)
• Quantity: 1,900 Each (EA)

This attachment specifies the exact product required, including its physical characteristics and compatibility. Bidders must ensure they can supply this specific item to meet the opportunity's requirements. It serves as a critical reference for product selection and proposal accuracy.

Sole Source Justification

This document is a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of Apple iPad mini 7th Generation Tablets (128 GB, Wi-Fi only) and Otterbox cases. The justification is made under FAR Part 13.501(a)(ii) and 41 U.S.C. 1903, citing Brand Name Descriptions (FAR 6.302-1(c)). The procurement is for the 2nd Air Force (2nd AF) and 37th Training Wing (37 TRW) to support Basic Military Training (BMT) students and other training programs.

• 1,900 Apple iPad mini 7th Generation Tablets (128 GB, Wi-Fi only)

• Otterbox cases

• Firm fixed-price contract vehicle

• Delivery within 90 days after receiving order (ARO)

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Estimated Contract Cost: Not explicitly stated, but the document references a previous requirement FA3016-24-P-0129 and FA3016-21-P-0104 for similar procurements.

• This is a sole source justification, indicating that offers will not be solicited from all potential sources.

• The government intends to solicit this requirement on SAM.gov for a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• The government expects to obtain at least two quotes from responsible small business contractors.

• Award will be made to the contractor found to have the lowest price and technically acceptable (LPTA) offer, IAW FAR Part 12 and streamlined acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13.5.

• The requirement is intended to be solicited as an SDVOSB set-aside.

• Market research identified potential vendors through SBA dynamic search for NAICS code 334111 (computers and related products), including categories like WOSB, HUBZone, EDWOSB, VOSB, and SDVOSB.

• The justification highlights the existing infrastructure, standardization, and compatibility of iPad minis with the Air Force's learning management systems (LMS) and mobile device management (MaaS360).

• Alternatives considered (Windows and Android tablets) were deemed less suitable due to costs associated with reconfiguration, retraining, and potential degradation of current operations.

• No contractors have expressed written interest in this acquisition.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed specifications for the Apple iPad Mini 7th Generation, with a quantity of 1,900 units specified. It serves as a technical attachment to an opportunity, likely for procurement purposes.

• Model: iPad Mini 7th Gen.
• Quantity: 1,900 EA
• Dimensions: 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm
• Weight: 293 grams
• Display: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina Display with IPS Technology, 2266 x 1488 resolution, 500 Nits Brightness
• Processor: Apple A17 Pro chip with 16-Core Neural Engine
• Storage: 128GB
• Operating System: iOS 26
• Camera: Rear 12MP Wide, Front 12MP Ultra Wide
• Video: 4K recording at various frame rates (24, 25, 30, 60 fps)
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO, USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter)
• Battery: 19.3-watt-hour, up to 10 hours of battery life
• Color: Space Gray
• Design: Ultra portable with Apple Intelligence Built-In
• Charger: 20W USB-C Power Adapter

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the exact technical specifications of the hardware being procured. Vendors must ensure their proposed solution or their ability to supply this specific model meets all listed requirements. It directly informs product selection, compatibility, and pricing strategies for proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, specifically iPad Mini and Otterbox Case Covers. The government is procuring these items and this announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no separate RFP will be issued. The purchase is set aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and requires vendors to hold NAICS Code 334111 – Electronic Computer Manufacturing.

• Item 0001: 1,900 units of Apple iPad Mini 8.3-Inch LED, Gen 7, Space Gray, 128GB (Brand Name or Equal). Salient characteristics are detailed in Attachment 1.

• Item 0002: 1,900 units of Otter Box Defender Series (Brand Name or Equal). Salient characteristics are detailed in Attachment 1 and Attachment 2.

• Delivery: Delivery on or before May 15, 2026, to JBSA Lackland AFB, TX.

• Brand Name or Equal: If submitting an "Equal product," include MFG name, Part Number, Illustrations, and supporting literature/description.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Delivery by May 15, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but quotes are requested for specific quantities and line items.

• Quote Submission: Email to Andrew Ng at andrew.ng.4@us.af.mil by Friday, February 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Daylight Time.

• Quote Requirements: Must include unit and extended prices. Failure to quote on all CLINs will render the quote unacceptable.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Capability and Price. Only the three lowest quotes deemed technically acceptable will be considered for award.

• Technical Capability: Determined on a pass/fail basis based on meeting specifications.

• Price: Total price includes unit and extended prices. All pricing must be valid for 30 days from submission.

• Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 334111 – Electronic Computer Manufacturing.

• Mandatory Registrations: Current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for award eligibility.

• Quotes must include Price/Quote and Technical Proposal.

• The government reserves the right to conduct interchanges if deemed in its best interest.