RED Cinema Camera Upgrade
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 (AFTC PZIO) is soliciting proposals for a RED Cinema Camera Upgrade under a Request for Quote (RFQ). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the acquisition of specific camera equipment and accessories. Quotes are due by May 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of RED Cinema Camera equipment and associated accessories. The required items, detailed in the CLINs and the V-Raptor Parts List, include:
- CLIN 0001: V-RAPTOR [X] 8K VV (2 units)
- CLIN 0002: V-RAPTOR Tactical Top Plate w/ Battery Adapter Plus (Gold Mount) (2 units)
- CLIN 0003: DSMC3 RED Touch 7.0" LCD (3 units)
- CLIN 0004: RED PRO CFexpress v4 Type B 2TB (4 units)
- CLIN 0005: RED Compact Top Handle (2 units)
- CLIN 0006: DSMC3 RED 5-Pin to Dual XLR Adapter (2 units)
- CLIN 0007: RED V-RAPTOR RF to PL Adapter Pack (1 unit)
- CLIN 0008: KOMODO Outrigger Handle (2 units)
- CLIN 0009: V-RAPTOR Wing Grip (2 units)
- CLIN 0010: V-RAPTOR Expander Blade (2 units)
- CLIN 0011: Canon Drop-In Filter Mount Adapter EF-EOS R with Variable ND Filter (2 units)
Delivery is estimated at 180 days ARO, FOB Destination Edwards AFB, CA. Warranty details include in-person facilitation and mission support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ), resulting in a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 334310, size standard 1,250 employees).
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 1:00 PM PDT.
- Published: May 8, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Edwards Air Force Base, CA.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on a best value determination. Factors considered include price, features of the supply, delivery terms, and warranty terms. The Government may evaluate options by adding the total price for all options to the basic requirement.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must prepare quotes in accordance with FAR 52.212-1 and include:
- UEI Number, TIN Number, CAGE Code, Contractor Name.
- Payment Terms (net30) or Discount.
- Point of Contact and Phone Number, Email address.
- FOB (destination or origin), Warranty (if applicable), Date Offer Expires.
- A completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications (electronic completion at SAM.gov is acceptable).
Quotes must be submitted electronically to Karina Alvarez (karina.alvarez.4@us.af.mil) and Amanda Tate (amanda.tate@us.af.mil). No late submissions will be accepted.