Packing and Crating, Tyndall AFB
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 is conducting market research via a Sources Sought announcement for Packing and Crating Services at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. This effort aims to identify qualified small businesses capable of performing these services, with an anticipated contract duration of one base year plus four option years. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), though the market research will help determine if this is in the government's best interest. Responses are due by July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive Packing and Crating Services. The specific details are outlined in a Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), which can be obtained by emailing 2d Lt Mauranda Racer. Potential offerors are encouraged to provide feedback on the Draft PWS content.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Duration: One base year + four option years
- NAICS Code: 488991, Packing and Crating, with a size standard of $34.0M
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM Central Time
- Published: June 16, 2026
- Tentative Solicitation Issue Date: To be determined
Submission Requirements
Interested small businesses must submit a brief capabilities statement (maximum 5 pages, single-spaced, 12-point font minimum) demonstrating their ability to perform the requested services. The statement must address:
- Technical Expertise: A narrative detailing the company's expertise and experience in Packing and Crating Services.
- Company Information: Company size relative to NAICS 488991, and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code.
- Socioeconomic Status: Identification of socioeconomic status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, VOSB, SDVOSB).
- Financial Resources: Demonstration of adequate financial resources or the ability to obtain them.
- Point of Contact: Name, email, telephone, and fax numbers.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought announcement for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. The Government does not intend to award a contract based on this request. A response to this synopsis will not be considered an adequate response to any forthcoming solicitation. All submissions will be held confidential and used solely for market research. The Government will not provide a debrief on the survey results.
Contact: Mauranda Racer (mauranda.racer@us.af.mil) and Justin Merritt (justin.merritt.1@us.af.mil) for submissions.