Misawa Air Base Kardex Relocation
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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, 35 LRS at Misawa Air Base, Japan, is soliciting proposals for the relocation of ten (10) Kardex Remstar Megamat RS350 vertical carousel systems within Building 1334. This is an unrestricted acquisition, and proposals are due by February 24, 2026, 8:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for relocating ten Kardex Remstar Megamat RS350 vertical carousel systems approximately 100 meters within Building 1334. Key objectives include minimizing system downtime and the need for Government personnel to remove bins. The contractor must develop a detailed Statement of Work (SOW) outlining the relocation process, including basic and special project requirements, equipment, quality control, environmental controls, safety, records, contractor qualifications, schedule, installation plan, and assumptions. This includes providing temporary free-standing shelving for removed bins and installing electrical connections at the new location. The US Government will conduct final testing for full functionality.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to August 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: 35 LRS Warehouse, Building 1334, Misawa Airbase, Japan
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due electronically by February 24, 2026, 8:00 PM local time. Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price, with Technical Capability and Past Performance being of equal importance to Price. The award will be made to the contractor representing the best value, with the government intending to award without discussions. Offerors must be registered in SAM.
Key Requirements & Clarifications
Bidders must provide a letter or coordination with a Certified Kardex Manufacturer Installer committing to support this work. The US Government is responsible for clearing obstructions (lights, ducting, fans, sprinklers) and ensuring electrical installation and power requirements are in place by June 1, 2026. The project is projected to start June 1, 2026, with approximately two carousels relocated per month over a total project time of 10 weeks. Contractors must provide a detailed work schedule. All amendments, including responses to site visit questions and the updated orientation layout, must be acknowledged.
Contacts
- Primary: Kade Forrester (kade.forrester.1@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Katie Kershaw (katie.kershaw@us.af.mil)