Lightning Protection System

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the acquisition of specific S&C Electric Supplies. It outlines the rationale for limiting the competition to a single source or limited sources.

• Supplies Required: The acquisition includes specific brand-name items such as Burndy Patriot High Performance 18 Volt Battery Actuated Tool, Burndy U-Die Kits, and Hilti or Bosch SDS 1-1/8" Cordless Hammerdrill.
• Reason for Brand Name: Continuation of using these brand-name items is necessary to prevent incompatibility issues with existing inventory and reduce wasteful purchases of other brand accessories.
• Agency Need: The supplies are needed to bring a damaged current system into compliance with DAFMAN 32-1065, ensuring mission readiness and protecting critical components from lightning strikes.
• Authority: The justification is made under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
• Market Analysis: A Sources Sought notice was posted, receiving limited responses. Previous market research and a search of SBA.gov identified active small businesses under the updated NAICS codes (335931 and PSC 5920), indicating potential for future competition.
• Future Actions: The agency will research alternatives to the brand-name items after this acquisition.

This document explains why the upcoming procurement for specific electrical supplies may be limited to certain vendors or brand names. Bidders interested in providing these or alternative solutions should review the rationale and the identified market research to understand the basis for the acquisition strategy and potential future opportunities.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items to procure Lightning Protection System supplies for Building 3850 at Peterson Space Force Base, CO. The acquisition is for the 21st Civil Engineering Squadron and does not include labor. This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued.

• The primary deliverable is "Supply Materials" as detailed in Attachment 1 – LPS Product List.

• CLINS marked "BRAND NAME ONLY" in Attachment 1 must be the specified brand name item.

• The resulting award will be a Firm-Fixed Priced Purchase Order.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated, but delivery is required on or before 90 Days after receipt of award.

• Quotes are due no later than 1400 PM (MT) on Friday, 17 April 2026.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted no later than 3:00 P.M. MT on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.

• Quotes must be submitted to the Contract Specialist (kazuo.colunga@spaceforce.mil) and Contracting Officer (kaylie.anderson@spaceforce.mil).

• Quotes are limited to a maximum of 10 pages.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on the lowest evaluated price that meets all listed items.

• Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days.

• All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be considered.

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set Aside.

• The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 335931 (Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing) with a size standard of 600 employees.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, including those effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01.

• Failure to comply with all instructions may result in quote ineligibility.

• .zip files are not an acceptable format for submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a cost estimate for the "Repair of Lightning Protection System at Primary Substation" project. It lists various materials and equipment required for the project, along with their quantities and unit measures. This information is intended to help potential bidders understand the material scope and potential costs associated with the opportunity.

• Project: Repair of Lightning Protection System at Primary Substation
• Date: 2026-01-28
• Items: A detailed list of components including various types of aluminum, copper, and bronze splices, clamps, bonding jumpers, fasteners, ground rods, ground wells, surge protection devices, testing equipment, and installation tools.
• Quantities & Unit Measures: Specific quantities and units (e.g., EA, BOX, SPOOL) are provided for each item.
• Cost & Total: Columns for individual item cost and total cost are present but show 0.0, indicating this is a preliminary estimate or a list of required items without pricing.

This list provides a comprehensive overview of the specific materials and equipment anticipated for the lightning protection system repair. Bidders should review this list to understand the material requirements, assess potential sourcing challenges, and factor these items into their overall bid pricing and project planning. The inclusion of specific brand names for certain tools (e.g., Burndy, Hilti, Bosch) may indicate a preference or requirement for equivalent performance.