VSFB Natural Gas Leak Survey
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 30th Contracting Squadron (30 CONS), is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought to identify potential vendors capable of performing annual Natural Gas Leak Detection Surveys at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB), California. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by February 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves conducting annual natural gas leak detection surveys for approximately fifty-five (55) miles of gas distribution service lines, valves, regulators, and all gas appurtenances located on VSFB, excluding the Military Family Housing area. Surveys must adhere to 49 CFR Part 192 and USDOT Guidance Manual for Operators of Small Natural Gas Systems. Key tasks include:
- Using mobile and/or handheld detection equipment.
- Identifying, reporting, and recording all leak locations.
- Physically marking leak locations and providing dimensions of the leakage spread.
- Classifying detected leaks by concentration, spread, and potential hazard.
- Providing a final report with marked drawings and a listing of all found leaks. Grade 1 leaks require immediate reporting, while Grades 2 & 3 leaks are reported weekly. A final report is due within 30 calendar days post-survey completion.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Anticipated Duration: Five (5) twelve-month ordering periods (as per draft PWS)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- NAICS: 541990 – "All other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services" (Size Standard: $19.5 million)
- Response Due: February 26, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 20, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should email Kris Clark (kristofer.clark@spaceforce.mil) or Shelby Cordts (shelby.cordts@spaceforce.mil) with the following information:
- Firm name
- CAGE Code
- Small Business Status
- Organization’s ability to meet this requirement
- Interest in submitting a quote for this requirement
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning; it is not a Request for Quotes (RFQ) and does not commit the Government to a contract. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future RFQ.