USAFA Fire Department Vehicle Parts Sources Sought
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 United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) Civil Engineering Squadron is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify businesses capable of providing Pierce Fire Truck Vehicle parts. This effort aims to maintain compatibility with current equipment for the USAFA Fire Department. Responses are due by June 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USAFA Fire Department requires specific vehicle repair parts to complete maintenance on its out-of-service structural fire apparatus. The required parts, detailed in the attached "Salient Characterisitcs Fire Truck Parts.pdf" document, include various components for exhaust systems, sensors, clamps, insulation, and related parts, specifically for "SA, ISL, 2007" and "CUMMINS" applications. The document serves as a crucial reference for bidders regarding cost estimation, technical compliance, and procurement strategy. Delivery is FOB Destination to USAF Academy, CO 80840.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for market research purposes, anticipating a future Firm-Fixed Price contract)
- NAICS: 333310 (Fire Fighting Equipment Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1000 employees
- Product Service Code: 4210 (Fire Fighting Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research is being conducted to determine potential socio-economic categories)
- Response Due: June 23, 2026
- Published: June 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties are requested to submit a capabilities package demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements. This package should include:
- A brief description of the company's business size (annual revenues, employee count) and status (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, VOSB, Small Business).
- Anticipated teaming arrangements.
- A description of similar products and services offered to government and commercial customers, with examples of commercial sales and product specifications.
- Unique Entity Identification (UEI), CAGE Code, and System for Award Management (SAM) expiration date.
- Indication of status as a Foreign-owned/foreign-controlled firm. Responses must be emailed to Katlyn Blacksten (katlyn.blacksten@us.af.mil) AND Danon Davidson (danon.davidson@us.af.mil). Telephone responses will not be accepted. All contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. No compensation will be provided for information submitted. The information is subject to change, and the Government is not bound to solicit or award a contract based on this Sources Sought. Future information will be issued via www.sam.gov.