PACKING & CRATING SERVICES
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 22d Contracting Squadron (22 CONS) at McConnell Air Force Base is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified moving and storage companies for Packing & Crating Services for DoD personnel. This market research aims to determine the appropriate level of competition, targeting various small business categories. Responses are due by 4:00 PM CT on February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide comprehensive packing, shipment, drayage, and storage services for personal property of DoD personnel. This includes preparation of personal property, servicing appliances, containerization, and de-containerization. Services will be performed across two designated areas in Kansas:
- Area 1: Butler, Harvey, Sedgwick, Sumner counties.
- Area 2: Allen, Barber, Barton, Bourbon, Chase, Chautauqua, Cherokee, Clark, Comanche, Cowley, Crawford, Edwards, Elk, Ford, Greenwood, Harper, Hodgeman, Kingman, Kiowa, Labette, Marion, McPherson, Montgomery, Neosho, Ness, Pawnee, Pratt, Reno, Rice, Rush, Stafford, Wilson, and Woodson counties.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for a potential IDIQ or BPA)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) or Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Duration: 12-month base period + up to four (4) option years (estimated June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2031)
- NAICS: 488991, Packing & Crating Services
- Small Business Size Standard: $34 million
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 4:00 PM CT
- Published: January 28, 2026
Set-Aside & Competition
This Sources Sought targets businesses classified as Small, 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), or Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). Depending on responses, competition may be limited to a specific small business category or solicited on an unrestricted basis.
Response Requirements
Interested and qualified sources should submit a brief statement of current capability and a letter of interest, limited to ten (10) pages. Submissions must include:
- Company Information (name, address, POC, phone, email, UEI/CAGE Code).
- Socio-economic Status (with documentation/certification).
- Summary of company's capability and qualifications for this type of work.
Submission Details
Responses must be sent via email to Mr. Adrian Arzate at adrian.arzate.3@us.af.mil in PDF or Microsoft Word format.
Additional Notes
This is for market research and acquisition planning only; it is not a Request for Proposal and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award. Any future solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov. Successful offerors must be registered and have active certifications in SAM.gov.