129 MXG - Expandable ISU

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics and product description for an expandable Individual Shelter Unit (ISU) intended for use as a mobile Rescue Operations Center (ROC). It details the requirements for secure communications, mission planning, and agile deployment in various environments.

• Deployment: Must be deployable for a mobile Rescue Operations Center (ROC), providing secure space for classified communications and mission planning.
• Agility: Must transition from stowed to full configuration in under 15 minutes with a two-person team and be forklift-movable multiple times daily.
• Aircraft Compatibility: Air certified and "forkliftable" onto C-130, C-17, and C-5 aircraft, with a single pallet position in stowed configuration.
• Internal Features: Requires 2 retractable walls, D-rings for cargo straps, a power panel supporting at least 60A (single phase), and integrated AC/heating capabilities.
• Power: Must support switching to generator power and run off a 7,500-watt generator, and include at least 50 ft of shore power cable with a built-in receiver.
• Lighting & Environmental: Built-in ceiling LED lighting (preferably white) and an integrated environmental control unit (ECU) with a designated housing location (floor space not preferred).
• Security & Safety: Must have a weather-tight personnel door with a cipher lock, and include smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Color: Preferred ISU color is tan; acceptable colors are white or green.
• TS Capability: Top Secret capability is not required.

This document defines the specific technical and functional requirements for the expandable ISU. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all listed characteristics and minimum requirements to be considered compliant with the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: W50S8X26QA019) for the procurement of an "Expandable Internal Airlift / Helicopter Slingable Container Unit (ISU)". The item is described as a "129 MXG – Expandable ISU" and falls under Product Service Code 8145. The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The primary deliverable is one (1) Expandable Internal Airlift / Helicopter Slingable Container Unit (ISU).

• The product must meet all requirements outlined in the "Attachment 1 - Purchase Description".

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to commercial products and services, small business set-asides, and unique item identification.

• A key requirement is the "Item Unique Identification and Valuation" clause (DFARS 252.211-7003), which mandates specific marking and reporting for items, including the use of two-dimensional data matrix symbology and reporting via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery Schedule: 180 Calendar Days from the date of award receipt.

• Inspection and Acceptance: Both at Origin and Destination. Government representative will inspect for serviceability upon delivery.

• FOB Details: Destination.

• Party to Pay Transportation Cost: Contractor.

• Offer Due Date: 29 June 2026, 10:00 AM Local Time.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services) by reference, with the latter being replaced by an addendum.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 332439 (Size Standard: 600).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, covering areas such as prohibitions on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, convict labor, sustainable products, security, subcontracts, and Buy American-Free Trade Agreements.

• Specific instructions are provided for payment requests and receiving reports via WAWF, including routing data and points of contact.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the basis for award and evaluation procedures for a solicitation, likely a Request for Quote (RFQ) given the simplified acquisition context. The Government intends to award a contract to the responsible quoter whose quote is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• Quotes will be evaluated on their acceptability and quoted price.

• Acceptability is determined by conformance to material solicitation requirements, unconditional assent to the terms of the RFQ (without exceptions), and the quoter being a responsible prospective contractor.

• Taking exceptions, proposing additional terms, or omitting material information will render a quote unacceptable.

• The document references FAR 13.106-2 for evaluation factors and FAR 13.106-3(a) for price evaluation.

• A quotation itself is not an offer; a contract is established upon the supplier's acceptance of the Government's offer (award notice or purchase order).

• Evaluation will be based on the comparison of the quoter's quote.

• The Government will determine the merits of the quote based on its acceptability and quoted price.

• Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Not explicitly stated, but the evaluation criteria focus on responsible prospective contractors.

• This appears to be an addendum to a solicitation.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to FAR provision 52.212-1, "Instructions to Offerors or Quoters," and replaces it in its entirety. The addendum provides updated instructions for submitting quotes for commercial products and commercial services.

• NAICS Code and Small Business Size Standard: Details regarding the NAICS code(s) and small business size standard(s) are located elsewhere in the solicitation.
• Quote Submission: Quotes must be signed and dated and submitted by the specified time. Minimum required information includes:
  • Solicitation number
  • Receipt time (if specified)
  • Quoter's name, address, and phone number
  • Technical description of items quoted
  • Terms of any express warranty
  • Price and discount terms
  • "Remit to" address (if different)
  • Completed FAR 52.212-3 representations and certifications
  • Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments
  • Past performance information (if an evaluation factor)
  • Statement of agreement with solicitation terms and conditions (if not using SF 1449).
• Period for Acceptance: Quoters must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the quote receipt date, unless an addendum specifies otherwise.
• Product Samples: If required, samples must be submitted by the quote receipt deadline.
• Multiple Quotes: Quoters are encouraged to submit multiple quotes with alternative terms or line items.
• Late Submissions: Quoters are responsible for timely submission. Late quotes will generally not be considered unless received before award and if accepting them would not unduly delay the acquisition. Late modifications that benefit the Government may be considered.
• Contract Award: The Government intends to award without negotiation, so initial quotes should represent the best terms. The Government reserves the right to negotiate if necessary and may reject any or all quotes.
• Availability of Documents: Information on obtaining specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions is provided, including links to ASSIST and contact information for Defense Standardization Program Office.
• Unique Entity Identifier: Quoters must provide their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) as required.
• Debriefing: Information regarding post-award debriefing disclosures is outlined.
• Protest Procedures: Details on the National Guard Bureau Agency Protest Program are provided, including filing procedures and contact information for the Contracting Officer and the NG Agency's Protest Decision Authority.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial products/services to procure Expandable Internal Airlift/Helicopter Slingable Container Units (ISU). The 129th Maintenance Group is seeking these units, with detailed specifications provided in Attachment 1, Product Description (PD). This announcement serves as the sole Request for Quotations (RFQ); no separate solicitation will be issued, and discussions are not expected.

• Expandable Internal Airlift/Helicopter Slingable Container Unit (ISU).

• Detailed specifications are outlined in Attachment 1, Product Description (PD).

• This is a "request for quotations (RFQ)."

• The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 332439 - Other Metal Container Manufacturing, with a size standard of 600 employees.

• Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation - Commercial Items) apply, with addendums provided within the solicitation.

• RFO FAR Clause 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items) also applies.

• Response Date: June 29, 2026, 10:00 A.M. (PDT).

• Quotes are due no later than the posted close date.

• Evaluation criteria are detailed in the "Addendum to Instructions and Evaluation Criteria."

• 100% Small Business Set Aside.

• Contracting Office: 129 MSG/MSC, Moffett ANGB, CA.

• Place of Delivery: Moffett ANGB, CA.

• Questions Due NLT: June 19, 2026, 10:00 P.M. (PDT).

• Point of Contact for this solicitation is Contracting Officer MSgt Austin Breault at austin.breault.1@us.af.mil.

• All contractual administrative matters and changes to the contract terms must be addressed to the Contracting Officer. No oral statements will modify the contract.