Spectro Cloud Palette VerteX Software License
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 (FA8126 AFSC PZIMB) is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for the acquisition of Spectro Cloud Palette VerteX software licenses. This market research is for planning purposes and may not lead to a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to identify vendors capable of providing Spectro Cloud Palette VerteX software licenses. The government is gathering information to understand industry capabilities and potential solutions for this requirement, which will be performed in S Coffeyville, OK.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Response Due: March 20, 2026 (close of business)
- Published: March 6, 2026
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
- Place of Performance: S Coffeyville, OK
- Set-Aside: No formal set-aside declared; market research includes evaluation of socio-economic status per FAR Part 19.
Key Information for Bidders
- Product: Spectro Cloud Palette VerteX Software License
- NAICS Code: 423430
- Size Standard: 250 employees
- Foreign Participation: Not permitted; contractor personnel performing work within USAF facilities must be US Citizens.
- Security Clearance: Not required.
- Reimbursement: The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation.
Contractor Capability Survey
Respondents must complete and submit a Contractor Capability Survey. This survey requests company business information (address, POC, CAGE/DUNS, SAM UEI), business size and socio-economic status (Small Business, WOSB, SDVOSB), interest in subcontracting opportunities, general capability (facility, staff, quality assurance, on-time completion), and commerciality details (catalog/market prices, workforce, terms and conditions, warranty, return process).
Submission Details
- Deadline: Responses must be received no later than close of business on March 20, 2026.
- Method: Email responses to Primary Contact Shanita Manuel (shanita.manuel@us.af.mil) and Alternate Contact Kyle Newcomb (kyle.newcomb@us.af.mil).
- Teaming: Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.
Attachments & Equipment List Guidance
An "Equipment List" attachment provides instructions and a template for creating a detailed equipment list. This is crucial for developing Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) and requires specifying acquisition type, schedule (Period of Performance, delivery dates), shipping information, detailed descriptions, manufacturer/part numbers, software renewal info, and quantity/unit of measure. Bidders must adhere to DFARS 204.7103-1 for line item structure.