REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) INSTALL SUNSHADE RAMP 2
ID: F1S1AB4310A102001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9301 AFTC PZIOEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing (332311)

PSC

AIRCRAFT PROPELLERS AND COMPONENTS (1610)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 23, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), is seeking information from qualified contractors for the installation of aircraft sunshades at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The project involves providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment for the installation, including site preparation, foundations, and superstructures, as detailed in the attached Statement of Work. This initiative is crucial for enhancing operational capabilities while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by January 23, 2025, to Cinthia Arias at cinthia.arias@us.af.mil or Eric Romero at eric.romero.11@us.af.mil, and should note that responses will not be compensated.

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Posted
Jan 16, 2025, 2:04 AM UTC
The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the installation of aircraft sunshades at Edwards Air Force Base, California. This RFI seeks to gather information on the capabilities of interested contractors, though it does not constitute a formal solicitation or contract commitment. The work will include site preparation, foundations, superstructures, and other requirements outlined in an attached Statement of Work. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 332311, and the acquisition is expected to result in a firm-fixed price contract. Interested parties must provide a capability statement, detailing their relevant experience and business size, by January 23, 2025. Responses must be submitted electronically and are expected to contribute to the AFTC's market research and acquisition strategy development. It is emphasized that respondents will not be compensated for their information, and all submissions must be unclassified and not proprietary. This initiative represents an effort to assess potential contractors for upcoming procurement and enhance the operational infrastructure at Edwards AFB.
Jan 16, 2025, 2:04 AM UTC
The Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the requirements for the installation of five prefabricated aircraft sunshades at Ramp 2, Edwards Air Force Base, California. The contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, and site preparations, adhering to various regulatory and safety standards, including Environmental Management guidelines. Each sunshade will have specific dimensions to accommodate aircraft, and features such as a fall restraint system and electrical connections. Key elements include strict adherence to design standards for wind resistance, seismic loads, and lightning protection. The contractor must ensure safety through the use of personal protective equipment, minimize foreign object debris, and follow procedural protocols for excavation and potential finds of hazardous materials. Compliance with environmental regulations, including air quality management and waste disposal, is emphasized. This project is classified under categorical exclusions, ensuring it does not significantly impact the environment, thereby streamlining the approval process. It highlights the Air Force's commitment to maintaining operational capability while ensuring safety and environmental protection at the installation.
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