Synopsis - Materiel Management Operations
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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/PZZF Directorate of Contracting) has issued a Synopsis of Contract Action (SOCA) for Materiel Management Operations (MMO) at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. This notice informs industry of a future requirement for the 412th Test Wing, focusing on efficient and effective materiel management to support flight and ground testing missions. The applicable NAICS code is 561210 (Facilities Support Services) with a size standard of $47.0 million. The Government forecasts issuing a solicitation by the end of February 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary management, personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personal services for comprehensive MMO. This includes planning, coordination, and surveillance to ensure disciplined work performance and timely resource application. Key functions outlined in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) include:
- Storing, inspecting, inventorying, issuing, returning, and providing customer support for materiel.
- Performing Documented Cargo Operations (DCO) and Decentralized Material Support (DMS).
- Managing supply chain operations using Air Force standard automated data systems.
- Participating in Financial Improvement and Remediation (FIAR) audits.
- Managing hazardous materials, controlled areas, and equipment accountability.
- Supporting operational readiness inspections and exercises.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Synopsis of Contract Action (SOCA)
- Anticipated Contract Duration: 5-year period (one basic year and four option years).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Place of Performance: Edwards Air Force Base, CA.
- Solicitation Forecast: End of February 2026.
- Published Date: February 4, 2026.
Special Requirements & Notes
The Government intends to incorporate Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Subpart 226.72, which pertains to the Demonstration Project for Contractors Employing Persons with Disabilities. Contractor personnel will require appropriate security clearances (e.g., Secret), must be fluent in English, and maintain a professional appearance. Performance will be measured against specific Service Summary (SS) items and thresholds, detailed in a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This is not a Request for Proposals.