Schwarze Hopper Sources Sought
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 is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for a new Schwarze hopper assembly and associated components for a 2007 Schwarze Model A7000 Street Sweeper at Malmstrom AFB, MT. This is for market research to determine if a Total Small Business Set-Aside is appropriate. Responses are due March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) new Schwarze hopper assembly, part number 203G43, designed for direct bolt-in installation on a specific 2007 Schwarze Model A7000 Street Sweeper (AF Registration Number: 07D00279, VIN: 49HAADBV47DX54568). The assembly must be fully compatible and include a new hopper container, rear door, lift cylinders, vacuum attachment, all required electrical wiring, applicable seals and gaskets, and a complete paint finish. All components must be new and fully functional. The government will be responsible for installation. A minimum one-year warranty covering paint, finish quality, and corrosion protection is required. Pricing must be firm-fixed for all materials, components, and warranty. Inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the 341st Missile Wing Logistics Readiness Squadron, Vehicle Maintenance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (for market research purposes)
- NAICS: 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a 1,250 employee size standard
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, by 2:00 PM Mountain Time
- Published: March 11, 2026
Purpose & Submission
This notice is for market research to assess potential sources and determine if the effort can be competitive and suitable for a total Small Business Set-aside. Interested parties should identify their small business status (including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns) relative to NAICS 333120. Submissions should detail any anticipated teaming arrangements, specifying work for prime and subcontractors, and describe similar services provided to government and commercial customers within the last three years. Responses must be emailed to barek.webster@us.af.mil. Vendor web pages will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, request for quotation, or proposal, and no contract award will result from this notice. Submissions will not be returned. If a procurement is pursued, a separate pre-solicitation synopsis will be posted on SAM.gov.