JBER 3D Diorama
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 673 CONS LGC at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska, is soliciting quotes for the design, fabrication, and delivery of one (1) custom 3D topographical base map diorama of JBER. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by Thursday, 21 May 2026, at 02:00 PM AKST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a detailed 3D model of JBER, Alaska, designed to enhance situational awareness and facilitate operational planning. The diorama must be a 4-quadrant modular design, seamlessly connecting to form a complete model with total dimensions of eight feet by five feet. It must accurately include buildings, landscape features, roads, airfields, and other significant geographical and man-made elements, meeting specific dimensional and proportional accuracy requirements. Materials must be durable, sturdy, and lightweight, such as high-density model foam. Detailing requires laser markings, painted textures, and vegetation, with no more than 5% of features lacking clarity. The base construction must be stable and allow seamless connection. The period of performance is within six months of contract acceptance, with delivery to the 673D Air Base Wing History Office at JBER.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ FA500026Q0029).
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility, with delivery to EARECKSON AS, AK.
- Quote Due Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026, at 02:00 PM AKST.
- Question Submission Cutoff: Tuesday, 12 May 2026, at 01:30 PM Alaska Time.
- Published Date: 2026-05-11.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead via email to marco.rocha_vacaflores@us.af.mil. Submissions must include the total Firm-Fixed-Price for the diorama and shipping, company name, address, CAGE Code, Unique Entity ID (UEI), confirmation of meeting all Salient Characteristics, and a quote validity period of at least 30 days. Award will be made to the Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Technical acceptability is based solely on meeting the detailed salient characteristics. Vendors must be actively registered in SAM.gov under NAICS code 339999 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing) to be eligible.
Key Documents & Provisions
Bidders should review the "Salient Characteristics - 3D Diorama" for precise specifications and quality standards, and the "Price Schedule" for cost structure. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, including FAR 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services) and 252.232-7006 (Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions), which require specific representations and outline electronic invoicing procedures.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Marco Rocha (marco.rocha_vacaflores@us.af.mil, 907-552-5448).