Natural Gas Leak Detection - 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 Department of the Air Force, specifically FA4460 19 CONS PKA, is conducting a Sources Sought for Natural Gas Leak Detection services at Little Rock Air Force Base, AR. This is market research to identify potential sources and determine if a future solicitation can be competitive and/or a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an annual Natural Gas Leak Detection Survey on Little Rock Air Force Base, AR. The objective is to identify potential natural gas leaks, ensure public safety, comply with regulations, and maintain infrastructure integrity. Key tasks include:
- Conducting annual surveys between June 1 and August 31.
- Providing qualified personnel, transportation, tools, equipment, and materials.
- Performing odor detection at a minimum of three locations.
- Inspecting site maps and ascertaining information before commencing services.
- Classifying detected leaks into three categories: Immediate Repair, Monitor Monthly, or Repair within Six Months.
- Providing electronic and paper reports detailing surveyed infrastructure, leak locations, classifications, and pipe details.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS: 221210 - Natural Gas Distribution (Small Business Size Standard: 1,150 employees)
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine if a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) is appropriate for a future procurement.
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, at 8:00 PM EST
- Published: February 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: Little Rock Air Force Base, AR 72099
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation; no contract award will result from this notice. The Government will use responses to determine the best acquisition strategy, assess the existence of responsible sources, and evaluate the potential for a competitive or small business set-aside procurement. Interested parties should provide a summary outline of qualifications, identify small business status (including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned), and detail any anticipated teaming arrangements and similar services offered in the past three years.
Additional Notes
- A Project Manager with a minimum of 5 years of experience is required.
- Contractor personnel must comply with base access procedures, fire, safety, security, and traffic regulations.
- Hazardous materials brought onto base require approval and documentation.
- References to vendor web pages will not be accepted. Submissions will not be returned.