POL INBOUND GATE REPLACEMENT
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, specifically the 22d Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, is seeking proposals for the replacement of an inbound traffic vehicle gate at the base's Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants (POL) area. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The project involves the removal of the existing gate and the installation of a new aluminum gate system, including new hardware and an additional set of photo-eye safety systems, fully integrated with the existing gate operator. Quotes are due by May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision for the complete removal, disposal, and replacement of the POL inbound gate. Key requirements include:
- Removal and proper disposal of the existing gate.
- Fabrication and installation of a new powder-coated aluminum vehicle gate system, matching detailed specifications (Attachment 1).
- Furnishing and installing new, heavy-duty gate hardware (rollers, guides, stops).
- Integrating the new gate, rail, and safety systems with the existing government-owned gate operator.
- Installing one additional set of UL325 Thru Beam Photoeyes (or approved equal) approximately 24 inches above existing photo-eyes.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 332323 (Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing) with a size standard of 500 employees.
- Product Service Code: 5660 (Fencing, Fences, Gates And Components).
- Period of Performance: Full installation and operational gate required no later than 90 calendar days after receipt of the order.
- Warranty: A minimum one-year warranty on all materials, equipment, and workmanship is required, starting upon final inspection and acceptance.
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made to the technically acceptable offeror who submits the lowest-priced bid and can meet the lead time requirements. Evaluation factors include:
- Technical Acceptance: Evaluated on an "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable" basis, demonstrating understanding and capability to meet the Statement of Need (SoN) requirements.
- Price: Total, firm-fixed-price for all parts, materials, equipment, labor, and services.
- Lead Time: Total project completion time (material delivery and removal/installation) must be no later than 90 calendar days from the date of contract award. Lead times exceeding 90 days are unacceptable.
Key Dates & Site Visit (All times Central Standard Time - CST)
- Visitor Pass Request Forms Due: April 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
- Site Visit: April 29, 2026, at 8:00 AM at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. A pass request form will be included in the solicitation package.
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
- Quotes Due: May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
Contact Information
All official correspondence, including questions and responses, must be conducted via email to the points of contact listed in the solicitation. Primary contact: Adrian Arzate (adrian.arzate.3@us.af.mil, 316-759-5446). Secondary contact: SSgt Leroy Beeman (leroy.beeman@us.af.mil, 316-759-3278).