REMOTE TARGET ENGAGEMENT SYSTEM AND ELECTRONIC SECURITY SYSTEM
ID: HBUN-RFI-2025-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2381 FORCE PROTECTION AFLCMC/HBUKHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/82f11e9704584d4e9632abfff8022dfa/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking industry capabilities for the procurement, integration, and installation of Remote Target Engagement Systems (RTES) and Electronic Security Systems (ESS) through a Request for Information (RFI). The objective is to develop integrated systems that will protect Protection Level 1 Nuclear (PL 1N) resources by deterring, detecting, and neutralizing potential threats, with an initial focus on one Air Force Base project and the possibility of further installations at additional bases. Interested parties must submit their firm’s details to access a bidders' library and respond to the RFI by February 28, 2025; responses are not binding offers, and all proprietary information must be clearly marked. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Christopher Bothwell at christopher.bothwell.1@us.af.mil.

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    Christopher Bothwell
    christopher.bothwell.1@us.af.mil
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    RFI_ESS_RTES_Install 14 Feb 25.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's Force Protection Division (AFLCMC/HBU) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement, integration, and installation of Remote Target Engagement Systems (RTES) and Electronic Security Systems (ESS). This solicitation seeks industry capabilities to develop integrated systems that ensure the protection of Protection Level 1 Nuclear (PL 1N) resources by deterring, detecting, and neutralizing potential threats. The RFI specifies the upcoming requirement for one Air Force Base project and possible further installations at other bases. Interested parties must submit their firm’s details to access a bidders' library and respond to the information request by February 28, 2025. Notably, responses are not offers, thus do not create binding contracts, and all proprietary information must be marked clearly. The document emphasizes efficient planning and gathering information on potential vendors, reinforcing the Government's intent to assess market readiness for future procurements.
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