Wings and Eagles Metal Detector Rentals
ID: W50S8Z25Q0014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NW USPFO ACTIVITY ORANG 173KLAMATH FALLS, OR, 97603-2108, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking sources for Metal Detector Rental Services for the Wings and Eagles Open House scheduled from July 17 to July 21, 2025. The procurement includes the delivery, setup, operation training, and removal of 10 walk-through and 10 handheld metal detectors to ensure safety and security during this public event. Interested small businesses, including those classified as 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Women-Owned, are encouraged to respond to this Sources Sought notice, which is strictly for market research purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. Responses must be submitted electronically by 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time on March 31, 2025, to the designated contacts, Caitlin Thinnes and Jason Rice, with all interested parties required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS code 561621.

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    The 173d Fighter Wing is requesting sources for Metal Detector Rental Services for its Wings and Eagles Open House scheduled from July 17 to July 21, 2025. The requirements include the delivery, setup, operation training, and removal of 10 walk-through and 10 handheld metal detectors. Interested companies must provide specific information, including their company details, socio-economic status, prior relevant project experience, and resource outlines. They must also confirm their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) with the appropriate NAICS code (561621), which is essential for consideration. The document emphasizes that this is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and that the information collected is strictly for market research purposes, without any guarantees of contract award. The submission should be directed to a designated email, and further proposals will be solicited at a later date. This initiative aims to ensure safety and security during the public event through effective metal detection services.
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