Lease of two Commercial Structural Firefighting Apparatuses
Overview
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PSC
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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, 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall AFB, FL, is requesting quotes for the lease of two commercial structural firefighting apparatuses. This Unrestricted opportunity aims to address a capability shortfall for a six-month period. Offers are due by May 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the lease of two commercial structural firefighting apparatuses that are in good working order with current pump and aerial certifications. The period of performance is a single six-month base period, from May 18, 2026, to October 17, 2026, with delivery requested by May 18, 2026.
Key Apparatus Specifications:
- Water Tank: Minimum 500 gallons.
- Pump Capacity: Minimum 1250 Gallons Per Minute (GPM).
- Crew Capability: Accommodate at least four firefighters with MSA G1 60-minute air pack capacity.
- Drivetrain: Four-wheel drive; Engine Type: Diesel.
- NFPA Standards: Must meet NFPA 1900 standards and have a current pump test compliant with NFPA 1910.
- Hose Capacity: Capable of carrying at least 1000 feet of Large Diameter Hose (LDH) and three 200-foot connections of 1.75" hoses.
Maintenance & Repairs:
- Government Responsibilities: Daily and weekly operational checks, including fluid levels, engine/pump operations, tank/piping checks, driving, and pumping operations, with associated log maintenance.
- Lessor Responsibilities: Acknowledge repair notifications within 48 hours, provide a qualified technician on-site within 72 hours of a service request, and complete repairs within 5-7 days of parts receipt. The Lessor must provide an equitable adjustment to the lease rate for extended repairs or a replacement apparatus if repairs cannot be resolved.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (lease agreement)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS: 532490, Size Standard: $40,000,000.00
- Place of Performance: Tyndall AFB, FL.
- Offer Due Date: May 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: April 30, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Quotes will be evaluated based on Price and Technical capability. The technical evaluation will assess the capability of the offered item to meet the agency's needs and the offeror's technical approach, demonstrating an understanding of tools, equipment, personnel, and facilities. The Government reserves the right to award to the offer that is most advantageous, which may not necessarily be the lowest price. Price reasonableness will also be reviewed.
Submission & Notes
This acquisition is being conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with addenda.
Primary Contact: Sean-Austin Maguire (sean-austin.maguire@us.af.mil, 850-283-8692).