Rubb Shelter Inspections
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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Original Source
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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 147th ATKW, Texas Air National Guard, intends to procure sole source inspection services for its currently owned Rubb Aircraft Shelters from Rubb Inc. This is a Special Notice justifying the sole source action to ensure the shelters' warranty remains intact. The estimated value for this requirement is $18,242. Responses are due March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor for required inspections. These inspections are to be performed bi-annually or after exposure to high winds or snow loads close to the structure's design limits. Key inspection requirements include:
- Checking fabric tension around the perimeter.
- Verifying tension rods along the foundation for equal tension and set lock nuts.
- Inspecting shackles connecting tension rods to the foundation for loose pins or missing safety wire.
- Ensuring PVC covering is tensioned around the entire perimeter, doors, and vents.
- Checking for holes or rips in the PVC cover, requiring repair.
- Identifying and addressing areas of damaged galvanization or corrosion.
- Spot-checking various bolts for tightness, adhering to A325 bolt specifications.
- Checking wind bracing cables and node restraint cables for proper tensioning.
- Performing steelwork inspection for missing or damaged components.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Justification)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source to Rubb Inc.)
- Estimated Value: $18,242 (Firm Fixed Price)
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
- Published: February 18, 2026, 4:14 PM EST
- Place of Performance: Houston, TX 77034
Justification
The 147th ATKW intends to sole source these inspections to Rubb Inc. because the aircraft shelters were purchased from them. Work performed by any other vendor would void the existing warranty for the shelters. This action is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), soliciting from one responsible source.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: MSgt Buddy Ciemiengo
- Email: buddy.ciemiengo.1@us.af.mil