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Tyndall AFB - Range and Operations Support (Raos)

Federal · Department of Defense · U.S. Air ForceDue Thursday, October 22, 2026
Client
Department of Defense · U.S. Air Force
RFP Number
—
Posted
10/7/2026
Category
US Federal
Budget
—
NAICS
561210
Set-aside
8(a) small business concerns capable of performing the requirements described in the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).This Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes ONLY and does not constitute a
Contact
Cleville Yarbrough

Description

AI Generated

Tyndall Air Force Base is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified 8(a) small business concerns for Range and Operations Support services. The Air Force Civil Engineer Center requires technical services and labor support to maintain and provide operational capabilities for the Materials Testing Systems laboratory, Indoor Ballistic range, Fire Training and Test Facility, and other test ranges at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, as well as specified off-site locations. Responsibilities include providing on-site test support, executing ground maintenance activities, purchasing additional tools or equipment as Other Direct Costs, and collaborating with research and development contractors. Eligible respondents are active 8(a) small business concerns capable of performing requirements of similar size, scope, and complexity. Interested firms must submit a brief capability statement containing their company details, Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE Code, proof of 8(a) eligibility, applicable NAICS code confirmation, and relevant past experience. The submission process, deadline, evaluation criteria, budget, and contract term are not specified in the notice, as this market research will inform future acquisition strategy and a potential competitive 8(a) set-aside procurement.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from Attachment 1 RAOS PWS 1 Sep 2026 (003).pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center requires technical services and labor support to maintain and operate the Materials Testing Systems laboratory, In-Door Ballistic range, Fire Training and Test Facility, and test ranges at Tyndall AFB, Florida, and off-site locations. The effort supports research, development, testing, and evaluation activities. The anticipated acquisition is a competitive 8(a) set-aside for qualified 8(a) small business concerns.

Issued by
Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC)
Set-aside
8(a) set-aside
Place of performance
Tyndall AFB, Florida and specified off-site ranges including Hill AFB, UT and NV

Scope of work

  • Maintain and operate the Materials Testing Systems laboratory, In-Door Ballistic range, and explosive test range facilities
  • Provide Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Master and Senior Technicians and Range Safety Officer support
  • Design and perform characterization experiments on novel and enhanced improvised explosive devices
  • Provide Electronics Technician support for test measurement and data acquisition equipment
  • Procure required equipment, tools, supplies, and services
  • Manage Composite Tool Kits (CTK), hazardous material, and hazardous waste accumulation points
  • Perform facility maintenance, grounds maintenance, and minor repairs on incidental Government property

Minimum qualifications

  • Qualified Master EOD Technician/Range Safety Officer
  • Qualified Senior EOD Technician/Range Safety Officer
  • Qualified Electronics Technician
  • DoD Common Access Card (CAC) and Secret security clearance where required
  • Facility Security Clearance
  • No employment of Foreign Nationals or illegal aliens
  • Compliance with HM/HW training requirements (HM manager, HW monitor, IAP manager)

Documents to include with the bid

  • Capability Statement
  • Confirmation of current 8(a) program eligibility
  • Contractor Quality Control Plan
  • Monthly Technical Report
  • Semi Annual Management Status Report
  • Test and Safety Plans
  • Purchase Requests and Purchase Expense Spreadsheet
  • Written list of Mission Essential Contractor Personnel
  • DD Form 254 Contract Security Classification Specification

Official SAM.gov notice

Solicitation number
FA481927CY001
Agency
Department of Defense
Buying office
Dept of the AIR Force › FA4819 325 Cons PKP
Notice type
Sources Sought
Responses due
Oct 22, 2026, 3:30 PM ET
Posted on SAM.gov
Oct 6, 2026
NAICS
561210 · Facilities Support Services
Product/service code
R499
Place of performance
Tyndall AFB, FL, 32403
Contracting contact
Cleville Yarbrough
cleville.yarbrough@us.af.mil
8502838613
Additional contact
Emily Rozier
emily.rozier.1@us.af.mil
8502838617
Read the official notice description

Tyndall AFB is conducting market research to identify qualified and capable 8(a) small business concerns capable of performing the requirements described in the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS). This Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes ONLY and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, invitation for bid, or an offer by the Government. The Government is seeking information from interested 8(a) firms to assist in determining the availability and capability of qualified sources for this requirement. The anticipated acquisition is a competitive 8(a) set aside. The Government intends to use the information received in response to this notice to support acquisition planning and determine the availability of capable 8(a) concerns to compete for the anticipated requirement. Interested 8(a) concerns are requested to provide a brief capability statement demonstrating their ability to perform the requirements identified in the PWS. Responses should include, at a minimum: Company name, address, point of contact, telephone number, and email address. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code. Confirmation of current 8(a) program eligibility. Applicable NAICS code and confirmation that the firm qualifies as a small business under the applicable size standard. A brief description of the firm’s relevant experience performing requirements of similar size, scope, and complexity. Responses should be concise and directly address the firm’s capability and interest to perform the requirements described in the PWS. Respondents should not submit proprietary, competition sensitive, or otherwise protected information unless appropriately marked. The Government may use information received from this notice to refine the requirement, conduct additional market research, and inform the acquisition strategy for the anticipated procurement.

Source: SAM.gov contract opportunities data (U.S. federal public data).

Incumbent

No incumbent history found for this requirement. The notice does not cite a current contract, and no earlier award from this buying office matches it.

Market context

Awards in the same category (Facilities Support Services). This is not this requirement's award history.

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Top vendors in this category: Department of Defense, NAICS 561210, since Oct 1, 2024

10,428 contract awards in this NAICS over the period.

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Source: USAspending.gov federal award data (U.S. federal public data). A contract is called the incumbent only when the notice or its documents cite it by number.

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