Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) Sources Sought
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 U.S. Air Force at Joint Base Andrews (JBA) and Joint Base-Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified and experienced 8(a) certified small businesses within the mid-Atlantic region (DE, DC, MD, PA, VA, WV). The purpose is to establish a Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) contract. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or quotation, and the Government does not intend to award a contract based on this notice. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220 with a size standard of $45,000,000. Responses are due by March 24, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The SABER contract aims to provide a streamlined and flexible process for non-complex maintenance, repair, and minor construction projects. Anticipated work includes, but is not limited to:
- Interior and exterior facility renovations and alterations
- HVAC system repairs and upgrades
- Electrical system repairs and installations
- Plumbing and pipefitting
- Concrete and pavement work
- Site work, including excavation and demolition
- Mold and asbestos abatement
Anticipated Contract Details
- Contract Vehicle: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Period of Performance: 5 to 10 years
- Total IDIQ Ceiling: $100,000,000 to $150,000,000
- Task Order Value: $2,000 to $1,500,000
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
Contractor Questionnaire & Submission Requirements
Interested businesses must complete the provided Sources Sought Questionnaire and submit a capabilities statement. Required information includes:
- Company Name, Point of Contact, Address, Phone, E-mail, CAGE Code
- Current bonding capacity (single and aggregate)
- Capabilities statement (maximum 10 pages) detailing experience with similar contracts (e.g., SABER, Job Order Contract)
- Extent of self-performance versus subcontracting
- Description of Quality Control Process
- Input on contractual mechanisms to mitigate "buying in" (unrealistically low bids followed by change orders or inflated task orders).
Submission Instructions
- Submission Method: Electronically via email
- Email Address: alexis.huggins@us.af.mil
- Subject Line: "Sources Sought Response for JBA and JBAB SABER IDIQ - [Company Name]"
- Format: Questionnaire and capability statement (max 10 pages, Times New Roman 12-point font).
- Deadline: March 24, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
Contact Information
- Primary: Alexis Huggins, alexis.huggins@us.af.mil, 240-612-5647
- Secondary: Dillon Lucas, dillon.lucas.2@us.af.mil, 240-612-5651