Universal Weapons Racks
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 910th Airlift Wing (AFRC) at Youngstown Air Reserve Station is seeking a contractor for the procurement and installation of Universal Weapons Racks. This is a Presolicitation for a 100% Small Business Set-Aside, anticipated to be a single Firm-Fixed Price award. The official solicitation (FA665626R0002) is estimated for release on February 20, 2026, with offers due around March 24, 2026, at 10:30 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
The designated contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary labor, equipment, tools, appliances, transportation, and materials to install weapons racks. These racks must be sufficient to house 1,080 M4 rifles and 420 M18 pistols. The project requires the integration of sustainable principles, including life-cycle cost-effectiveness practices, into the design, development, and installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (anticipated Firm-Fixed Price award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 423440 (Size Standard: Under 100 employees)
- Place of Performance: 910th Airlift Wing (AFRC), Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Vienna, OH.
- Estimated Solicitation Release: February 20, 2026
- Estimated Site Visit: March 4, 2026
- Estimated Offer Due Date: March 24, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT
Eligibility & Requirements
To be eligible for award, offerors must be certified as a small business under NAICS code 423440. Prime contractors must be registered and active in the SAM.gov database for the specified NAICS code and have completed the Online Representations and Certifications Application at the time of bid opening. Failure to meet these requirements may result in disqualification.
Additional Notes
The official solicitation, including all drawings and specifications, will be available exclusively on SAM.gov; paper copies will not be provided. Interested parties are encouraged to register on the Interested Vendors List (IVL) for this solicitation. This notice does not obligate the government to award a contract, and funds are not presently available. All cited dates are estimates and will be finalized in the solicitation package.