RFI # 2 Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL)
ID: AFCOBL-24-0001Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8903 772 ESS PKJBSA LACKLAND, TX, 78236-9861, USA
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL) initiative aimed at privatizing transient lodging across approximately 60 installations in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. The objective is to enhance lodging operations to support the mission and improve the quality of accommodations for Airmen, Guardians, and their families, with plans to privatize around 17,000 rooms to achieve operational efficiencies and a consistent lodging experience. This initiative is crucial for modernizing the aging lodging facilities, which have been operating on insufficient non-appropriated funds since 2019, and will involve partnerships with national hotel brands to ensure industry-standard quality. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their feedback and expressions of interest by January 31, 2025, and can contact the COBL Workflow at afcec.cil.workflow@us.af.mil for further information.

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    This document provides a list of companies and their contacts involved in Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL) under the notice ID# AFCOBL-24-0001. It includes various hotel and lodging companies, construction firms, and consulting organizations, along with the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of key representatives. The purpose of the list is to consolidate relevant contact information for firms interested in participating in federal government RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grants related to lodging services for the Air Force. Entities wishing to be added to this list are instructed to submit their details via SAM.gov, with the Air Force indicating a periodic update to the list as new submissions are received. By maintaining this directory, the document facilitates communication and engagement between the government and lodging service providers, essential for fulfilling military lodging needs efficiently.
    The Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center is rolling out the Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL) program to address the deficiencies in the Department of the Air Force (DAF) lodging facilities, which consist of about 17,000 rooms across U.S. installations. Since 2019, DAF Lodging has operated solely on non-appropriated funds, which have proven insufficient for maintaining the aging properties. The COBL initiative, sanctioned in January 2024, aims to leverage private-sector partnerships to enhance service and quality standards by commercializing on-base lodging operations. The plan includes leasing to national hotel brands, allowing for industry-standard quality and using private capital for facility upgrades and maintenance. The phased selection process for private partners will begin with "Group A" installations, and it is anticipated that the total room count will decrease while allowing more flexibility for official travelers regarding lodging preferences. An extensive timeline outlines the key milestones from data collection in 2024 to the potential awarding of contracts by mid-2026. Interested vendors are encouraged to stay informed through the official SAM.gov website, where they can access ongoing updates and opportunities related to the COBL program.
    The document serves as a notice for the Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL) under Notice ID# AFCOBL-24-0001, detailing various companies that provide lodging and related services. A list of contacts from different organizations—including Arbor Lodging, Balfour Beatty Communities, and several hotel chains—highlights key personnel, their contact numbers, and emails. The purpose of the document is to compile a resource for the Air Force to identify firms capable of offering lodging services for military personnel, thereby facilitating sourcing for future Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Moreover, the document encourages other firms interested in being included to submit their information via SAM.gov, ensuring the list remains current and comprehensive as new entrants are added over time. This initiative reflects the government's intent to streamline accommodations for service members and improve operational readiness by engaging various commercial lodging partners.
    The document is a contact list for various companies involved in Commercial On-Base Lodging (COBL) and related federal RFPs and services. It includes detailed contact information such as company names, points of contact, phone numbers, and email addresses for each entity listed. The organizations range from lodging providers, like Arbor Lodging and Hilton, to construction firms like Sevan Multi-Site Solutions and LS Black Constructors. The notice ID, AFCOBL-24-0001, suggests a formal solicitation process, inviting interested firms to submit their information through SAM.gov for inclusion. This list likely serves as a resource for the Air Force to facilitate collaboration with potential contractors in the lodging sector. Periodic updates to the list emphasize an ongoing interest in expanding possibilities for contracting opportunities within this domain.
    The Department of the Air Force (DAF) responses pertain to Notice ID AFCOBL-24-0001, focusing on the Collaborative On-Base Lodging (COBL) program. The performance locations are approximately 60 DAF installations throughout CONUS and Alaska, including Joint Base San Antonio. The program will not cover lodging requests for overseas installations. Currently, the DAF operates around 17,000 hotel rooms across these bases, which will be incorporated into the COBL program. Responding offerors must propose a comprehensive plan detailing the number and type of hotels at each base, including branding choices, based on historical data and business viability. The program encompasses various lodging options like Visiting Quarters and Temporary Lodging Facilities, ensuring diverse accommodation availability at DAF locations. The DAF’s initiative seeks to modernize and enhance lodging services for military personnel while maintaining operational flexibility across different installations.
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