Travis AFB CA - 60 OSS Faraday Tents
Overview
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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, specifically the 60th Contracting Squadron at Travis AFB, CA, is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of two (2) portable, RF/EMI shielded Faraday tents. These tents are required to support the 60th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) and must meet stringent technical specifications. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside requirement. Quotes are due by June 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) portable, RF/EMI shielded Faraday tents, each measuring 7'x6'x6' internally, with an 8'x7'x6.5' external metal frame. Key specifications include:
- Shielding Attenuation: Greater than 85dB from 400MHz to 11GHz.
- Features: Double Velcro doors, heavy-duty vinyl floors, ventilation panels with 12VDC fans (204 CFM airflow), and high-performance I/O plates with a 250 VAC/500 VDC/30A facility filter, a 120VAC/15A five-outlet power strip, and specific RJ45-1G and FC/FC connectors.
- Compliance: Must be Berry Amendment Compliant (10 U.S.C. 2533a) for specialty textiles and fabrics.
- Condition: All equipment provided must be new; refurbished equipment will not be accepted.
- Deliverables: Includes one replacement frame parts set and one tent patching kit per tent.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Quotes Due: June 1, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Questions Due: May 26, 2026, 4:30 PM PST.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 10, 2026.
- Delivery: 6-8 weeks after award to Travis AFB, CA 94535.
- Offer Acceptance Period: Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Price and Technical Capability. The Government intends to award to the responsible offeror whose proposal provides the best value, considering a fair and reasonable price and meeting or exceeding technical requirements. Technical factors include RF/EMI Shielding Effectiveness, Dimensions and Framework, I/O Integration and Ventilation, Enclosure Access and Flooring, and Berry Amendment Compliance.
Special Requirements
- Contractor Responsibility: Bidders must demonstrate responsibility per FAR 9.103 and 9.104, including adequate financial resources, ability to meet schedules, satisfactory performance/integrity records, and necessary technical skills/equipment.
- Base Access: Personnel requiring access to Travis AFB must undergo identity proofing and vetting, including NCIC/CLETS checks. Contractors are responsible for coordinating base entry requirements, managing base passes, and adhering to FPCON procedures. An Entry Authority List (EAL) is required 45 days prior to contract start.
- Clauses: Various FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference, including specific deviations, which bidders must review for compliance.