Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source- Airfield Lighting Controls, Travis AFB
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, 60th Contracting Squadron, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to ADB SAFEGATE for the replacement of Airfield Lighting Controls at Travis Air Force Base, CA. This is not a request for competitive proposals. The intent is to award a firm fixed-price service contract under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. Interested parties may submit information to challenge this sole-source determination by April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the replacement of the existing Airfield Lighting Control System, including Pilot Radio Control, at Travis AFB. The justification for sole-source award is based on the proprietary nature of the ADB Safegate ALCMS, which is manufactured to FAA specifications and requires specialized technicians for maintenance and commissioning. The system's components are exclusive and not interchangeable, making it critical for air operations to maintain conformance with the existing proprietary system.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Service Contract
- Duration: Anticipated 120 days
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: April 22, 2026
- Published: April 15, 2026
Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent, not a solicitation for proposals. Responses are sought from interested parties who believe they can provide the required Airfield Lighting Controls replacement services competitively. Submissions will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.
Additional Notes
A Single Source Justification (J&A) document provides further details regarding the sole-source determination, highlighting the critical nature of the proprietary system for airfield operations. While this specific action is intended for sole-source award, market research will continue to explore future competitive opportunities.