Sources Sought - Bowling Center Oil Machine - Eielson AFB, AK
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, specifically FA5004 354 CONS PK, is conducting a Sources Sought for a Bowling Center Oil Machine at Eielson AFB, AK. This is for market research purposes only, to identify potential sources for a commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine. The machine is required to support daily bowling operations by automatically applying lane conditioner and cleaning lanes using programmable patterns. Responses are due June 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) commercial-grade, self-propelled bowling lane maintenance machine. Key capabilities include automatically applying lane conditioner (oil) and cleaning bowling lanes with programmable patterns to ensure performance, consistency, and longevity. The machine must be battery-operated, with lane-to-lane walking capability, and support multiple oil pattern configurations for recreational, league, and tournament play. It must also feature integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and mobile application functionality for pattern management, updates, diagnostics, and operational monitoring.
Salient characteristics for the machine include:
- Tank light
- Mobile app integration
- Glide lane conditioner
- Sprayless cleaning system
- Battery-operated functionality
- Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
- Lane-to-lane walking capability
- Oil pattern access and pattern integration
- Removable vacuum motor
- Large waste recovery tank
- Easy-change squeegee cartridge
- Multi-adjustment squeegee
- Six (6) variable drive speed settings
- Two (2) auto-aligning lane whiskers
- Front safety object detection system
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 02:00 PM AKDT
- Published: June 9, 2026
- Place of Performance: Eielson AFB, AK 99702, United States
Evaluation
This notice is for market research only. Responses will be used to determine industry capabilities and inform future acquisition strategies. It does not constitute a solicitation or a guarantee of a future contract.
Additional Notes
Failure to maintain bowling lanes with an appropriate conditioning machine could lead to premature lane deterioration, inconsistent conditions, reduced customer satisfaction, and operational interruptions. Bidders should ensure their proposed solution meets all specified characteristics detailed in the Salient Characteristics document.