Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Concessionaire Contract (Coin Operated Gaming)
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 for Amusement Concessionaire Services at the Phantom Lanes Bowling Center, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, NC. This market research aims to identify capable vendors to provide and maintain coin-operated gaming machines. Responses are due May 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected concessionaire will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and servicing of vending machines, specifically requiring a minimum of eight (8) video game machines and one (1) claw game. The vendor and client will collaborate on product selection. Services will be performed at the Phantom Lanes Bowling Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Duration: Base period from September 18, 2026, through September 17, 2027, with four (4) additional one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Product Service Code: W078 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Recreational And Athletic Equipment)
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, by 2:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 1, 2026
Performance Standards
Key requirements include:
- Machinery must be no more than fifteen (15) years old, with 20% of the oldest machines replaced annually.
- Service for affected machines must be initiated within 24 hours, and unserviceable machines replaced within 48 hours.
- Quarterly rotation of video and pinball machines.
- Machines must feature a dual lock system, and NAFI representatives must be present for coin box openings and income counting.
- Concessionaire must provide and service dollar bill coin dispensers.
- All electrical equipment must comply with National Electrical Code and Base Civil Engineer standards.
- Regular cleaning and maintenance of machines, including playfield cleaning and component repair.
Special Requirements
Vendors must carry specific insurance policies (Worker's Compensation, Automobile, Comprehensive General, and Products Liability). The concessionaire is responsible for obtaining all necessary base access passes, decals, and background checks for personnel and vehicles, adhering to installation security protocols.
Payments
Monthly payments to NAFI will be calculated based on agreed-upon percentages of gross receipts, due within 30 days of each month's end, accompanied by a detailed statement.
Contact Information
- Primary: Elizabeth Guernsey (elizabeth.guernsey@us.af.mil, 919-722-5607)
- Secondary: 2d Lt Jensen Jones (jensen.jones.2@us.af.mil, 919-722-8944)