Notice of Intent to Sole Source-USAFA AI-Enabled Wildland Fire and Smoke Detection System
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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 United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), through its 10th Contracting Squadron, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for an AI-Enabled Wildfire and Smoke Detection System service. The intent is to award a Firm-Fixed-Priced contract to PANO AI, Inc., a small business. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. Interested parties must submit capability statements by April 4, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Mountain Standard Time.
Purpose
This special notice, prepared in accordance with FAR subpart 5.1, announces the government's intent to award a sole source contract to PANO AI, Inc. The purpose is to determine if conducting a competitive procurement in the future is in the best interest of the Government, based on responses received from other capable offerors.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for an AI-Enabled Wildfire and Smoke Detection System service. This system is crucial for enhancing detection capabilities at the USAFA.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Priced (intended)
- Intended Awardee: PANO AI, Inc. (small business)
- NAICS Code: 561621, Security Systems Services
- Size Standard: $25 Million
- Place of Performance: USAF Academy, CO
Response Information
This notice is not a solicitation or request for proposal. A solicitation package will not be issued. Requests for copies of a solicitation will not be honored. Information received will be considered solely to determine the feasibility of future competitive procurement. Responses must be in writing, providing clear and concise documentation of the offeror's capability to provide the required services, at no cost or obligation to the Government. Verbal responses are not acceptable.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: March 23, 2026
- Response Deadline: April 4, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Mountain Standard Time
- Contact: Danon Davidson (danon.davidson@us.af.mil, 719-333-4724)
- Notice ID: NOI_USAFAAI-EnabledWildlandFireandSmokeDetectionSystem (must be included in all communications)