Travis AFB Airshow Metal Detectors
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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, 60th Contracting Squadron (60 CONS LGC) at Travis Air Force Base, CA, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price contract to provide metal detectors and related services for the "Wings Over Solano" 2026 Air Show. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The government intends to award a contract based on best value, considering price and technical capability. Offers are due by March 13, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the delivery, setup, calibration, troubleshooting, teardown, and return of security equipment. Key deliverables include:
- 10 walk-through metal detectors (capable of screening for guns/knives, 3600 pph throughput, multi-lane support).
- 20 hand-held metal detector wands (sensitive to guns/knives).
- 15 tables for security stations.
- 10 "Metal Detectors in Use" A-Frame Signs.
- 20 pocket bowl units. All equipment must be new, functional in an outdoor airfield environment, protected from rain, and stable against high winds. On-site troubleshooting is required for the duration of the Air Show, and the contractor must ensure site cleanup.
Period & Place of Performance
- Delivery, setup, and preparation: No later than April 24, 2026, 2:30 p.m. PST.
- Air Show Operation: April 25, 2026 (6:30 a.m. PST) – April 26, 2026 (7:30 p.m. PST).
- Teardown and return: No later than April 26, 2026, 7:30 p.m. PST.
- Location: Travis Air Force Base, CA 94535.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Deadline: March 6, 2026, 4:30 PM PST.
- Offer Submission Deadline: March 13, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to both primary and secondary Points of Contact.
- Required Documents: Personalized quote, specification sheet, filled-out Solicitation, and a filled-out Contractor Responsibility Verification (Attachment 2). Failure to submit these will result in an unresponsive offer.
- Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated on Price (fair and reasonable) and Technical Capability (ability to satisfy SOW requirements) to determine the best value. Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
Special Requirements
Contractor employees requiring base access must obtain credentials, pass background checks, and comply with Travis AFB Security Requirements (Attachment 3). This includes providing employee lists for pass processing and adhering to vehicle entry regulations. All work must comply with federal, military, state, and local laws, including OSHA safety standards. Contractor employees must present a neat appearance and possess English speaking/understanding capability.