Sources Sought: Study- For CRC (Power, Fuel, Data, Water, Air Handling & Transportation)
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 AFLCMC HBDK, has issued a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential contractors for a study on the Control and Reporting Center (CRC) program's power, fuel, data, water, air handling, and transportation systems. This market research aims to gather information for future CRC modernization and to determine potential small business set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM MST.
Scope of Work
The study will analyze current (legacy) and modernized CRC configurations, recommending equipment for future setups. Key areas include:
- Power Generation System: Addressing aging tactical generators and power distribution.
- Fuel System: Replacing outdated storage and distribution systems.
- Data Network System: Modifying the hub-and-spoke model to a mesh model.
- Water Management: Identifying gaps in potable, gray, and black water systems.
- HVAC System: Identifying gaps in environmental control units (ECUs).
- Transportation Equipment: Assessing needs for mobile radar and communications equipment deployment. The study will identify gaps, recommend equipment and service quantities, and create architectural diagrams. A Technical Data Package (TDP) will be provided after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Product/Service Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Set-Aside: This is market research to determine if the effort can be competitive or a Total Small Business Set-Aside. No set-aside is applicable for this RFI.
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM MST
- Questions Due: January 30, 2026
- Published: January 23, 2026
- Planned Study Start: March 2026
- Planned Final Report Delivery: End of Fiscal Year 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research effort for planning purposes only, not a solicitation. The Air Force is seeking information to determine if responsible sources exist and to assess the feasibility of a competitive or small business set-aside. A no-cost Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) for performing the study is requested. Responses will be used to develop a potential future Request for Proposal.
Additional Notes
Responses are limited to 5 pages and must be submitted electronically via email to Ms. Wendy Farley (wendy.farley@us.af.mil) and Mr. Carlos Michel (carlos.michel@us.af.mil). Proprietary information should be clearly marked. The Air Force is not obligated to make an award or pay for information submitted.