Tobyhanna Lightning Protection System
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 Army has issued a pre-solicitation notice (Sources Sought) for Lightning Protection System (LPS) services at Tobyhanna Army Depot, PA. This is an early engagement opportunity for industry to address questions and concerns before the official solicitation release. A TEAMS meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2026, at 9 AM EST, and responses/questions are due by January 30, 2026, at 3 PM EST. The anticipated contract will be a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Opportunity Details
This is a Sources Sought notice from the DEPT OF THE ARMY, specifically the W6QK ACC-APG CONT CT TYAD OFC, for services at Tobyhanna Army Depot, PA (postal code 18466). The Product Service Code is N059 (Installation Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components).
Anticipated Scope of Work
The future contract will require non-personal services for the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of all components of the LPS at Tobyhanna Army Depot. Key tasks include:
- Annual visual inspections of LPS at seven buildings, including one with a catenary system.
- Maintenance and necessary repairs on LPS components, with an Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) of 100% for deficiency correction.
- Specific focus on grounding for Building 1B, requiring a 3-point fall of potential test on 41 ground rods.
- Response to unforeseen repair requests within 96 hours.
Anticipated Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Hybrid Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for preventative maintenance and Time & Materials (T&M) for repairs.
- Duration: One (1) Base Year (12 months) and four (4) 12-month option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Pre-Solicitation Response Due: January 30, 2026, 3:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: January 20, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Tobyhanna Army Depot, PA.
Anticipated Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Certifications: Offerors must possess an Underwriters Laboratories Lightning Protection Master Certification or a Certification from the Lightning Protection Institute. At least one certified technician must be on-site during work.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience in LPS inspection, maintenance, and repair in accordance with NFPA 70, NFPA 780, and other governing requirements.
- Past Performance: Submission of two (2) relevant contract samples from the past five (5) years.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical, Price, and Past Performance (best value determination). The Government intends to award without discussions.
- Pricing: Bidders will use a provided pricing sheet (Attachment II) for FFP preventative maintenance and fully burdened hourly rates for T&M repair labor. Material costs for T&M repairs are reimbursed separately.
- Compliance: Services are subject to the Service Contract Act, with Wage Determination No: 2015-5797, Revision No. 30.
Pre-Solicitation Engagement
Interested parties are invited to attend a TEAMS meeting on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 9 AM EST to address questions and suggestions. To receive the meeting link, email Brian.K.Dionysius.civ@army.mil. Questions regarding the requirement should be submitted in writing no later than 10 days prior to the eventual solicitation's response due date. Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration.