R-EFB iPad Redactions
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) FA462526Q1005 for R-EFB iPad Redaction services. This opportunity is a 100% Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside. Quotes are due by May 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT.
Purpose & Scope
The requirement is to procure services for the redaction of 40 iPad Airs (model A3266). The contractor will be responsible for removing specific hardware components, including the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, microphone, and camera from each device. Post-redaction, the contractor must confirm the iPads are still in good working order and verify serial numbers. A signed report documenting the redaction process for each iPad, including removed items, is required, and all removed parts must be properly disposed of. This is a one-time contract, and the contractor is responsible for all shipping and movement of equipment.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) FA462526Q1005.
- Set-Aside: 100% Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Size Standard: $12.5M).
- Product Service Code: J059 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components).
- Award Type: Purchase Order.
- Place of Performance: Whiteman Air Force Base, MO.
- Wage Determination: Wage Determination No. 2015-5089, Revision No. 29, applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for the specified Missouri counties. Bidders must ensure compliance.
- Incorporated Clauses: Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, covering areas such as cybersecurity (NIST SP 800-171), supply chain restrictions (e.g., Xinjiang region), payment procedures (WAWF), and small business representations. Bidders must review and comply with these requirements.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: May 5, 2026, by 3:00 PM CDT.
- Questions Due: April 24, 2026, by 2:00 PM CDT.
- Submission Method: Quotes and questions must be emailed to both Lynn Duchene (lynnann.duchene@us.af.mil) and Naiya Colon Ortiz (naiya.colon_ortiz@us.af.mil). The RFQ number (FA462526Q1005) and title must be included in the email subject line.
- Evaluation: Award will be made using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, based on best value considering technical acceptability (adherence to the Performance Work Statement dated 30 January 2026) and price/performance time. The government intends to award without discussions.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quote submission and provide their CAGE Code and SAM UEI.
Additional Notes
Zip files are not acceptable. If email attachments exceed 10 MB, contact the government for alternate instructions. The government will not provide contract financing.