Sources Sought - Radiant Heat Maintenance Services - Ellsworth AFB

SOL #: SS_IR_HEAT_MX_EAFBSources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4690 28 CONS PKC

ELLSWORTH AFB, SD, 57706-4947, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Plumbing (238220)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Plumbing, Heating, And Waste Disposal Equipment (J045)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e5dbd1cfb78342f183b2c3156131493a/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 30, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 22, 2026

Response Deadline

May 22, 2026, 10:00 PM

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 (Sources Sought) to identify potential sources for the leasing and associated maintenance of IR Heat Maintenance Services for buildings on the base. Responses are due May 22, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

This market research aims to identify firms capable of providing comprehensive services for radiant heat systems. The requirement includes both the leasing of infrared (IR) heat maintenance services and their associated maintenance. Further details, instructions, and advisories for this Sources Sought are provided in Attachment 1: Sources Sought - IR Heat Maintenance. Specific requirements and technical details are outlined in Attachment 2: Draft PWS – IR Heat Maintenance.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
Set-Aside: None specified
Response Due: May 22, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
Published: April 22, 2026

Evaluation

Responses will be utilized by the Air Force, in accordance with FAR Part 10, to assess market capabilities, determine potential small business participation, and inform future acquisition strategies. This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.