Track-Integrated Electronic Light Pacing 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 Air Force, specifically the 18 CONS PK office at Kadena AB, Japan, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified Total Small Business vendors for the procurement, delivery, and installation of a Track-Integrated Electronic Light Pacing System. This notice is for informational and planning purposes only. Responses are due by June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a permanent 400m electronic track pacing system for the outdoor track at Kadena AB, Japan. Key system specifications include:
- LED lights installed along the inside rail, positioned just above the track surface.
- Capability to run up to 10 pacing programs simultaneously from 5 different starting points to provide individualized digital pacers.
- LEDs must be cast in epoxy with a polarizing coating to ensure clear visibility in bright sunlight.
- Operable via laptop or tablet through a Wi-Fi connection.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties possessing the capabilities to perform this requirement are invited to submit a Capability Statement addressing the following:
- Company Profile: Company Name, Address, Website, Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone, Email), UEI, CAGE Code, and Socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HubZone, or Small Business).
- Technical Capabilities: A brief narrative describing your ability to supply and install specialized athletic track pacing systems or similar low-voltage, outdoor LED athletic systems.
- Compliance: Confirmation of compliance with the Buy American Act (BAA) / Trade Agreements Act (TAA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, by 8:00 PM UTC
- Published: June 5, 2026
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue a solicitation. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this announcement. All inquiries, interest, and capability statements should be submitted to SrA Austin Kennedy (austin.kennedy.9@us.af.mil) and A1C Isaiah Herron (isaiah.herron@us.af.mil).