Sources Sought - Aircraft De-icing Vehicle Lease
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 United States Air Force at Ellsworth AFB is conducting Market Research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the leasing of aircraft de-icing trucks. This is not a solicitation, but aims to gather information to formulate an acquisition strategy and determine small business set-asides. Responses are due February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the lease of aircraft de-icing trucks for approximately 1-2 months. Offerors must be able to supply the leased equipment within 10 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order). There is currently no Statement of Work (SOW), and the government is open to considering any available capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: Approximately 1-2 months (lease period)
- Set-Aside: None specified (for market research purposes)
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 22:30 UTC
- Published: February 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706, United States
Evaluation
Information received from interested parties will be used by the government to formulate the acquisition strategy and determine potential small business set-asides. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a future solicitation.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit a capability statement including:
- Technical details of available equipment
- Estimated delivery timeframe to Ellsworth AFB
- Estimated cost (for budgetary planning, not legally binding)
- CAGE codes or SAM UEI codes
Submissions should be concise, providing only the basic minimum requested details. Lengthy brochures or extensive capability statements are not required at this stage.
Point of Contact
All requested documentation and questions should be directed to 2d Lt Matthew Shofner at matthew.shofner.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 605-385-1750 for quick questions.