129 OG - Expandable ISU

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the salient characteristics and minimum requirements for an expandable Individual Shelter Unit (ISU) intended for use as a mobile Rescue Operations Center (ROC). It details the functional and physical specifications necessary for the ISU to support classified communications and mission planning in various environments.

• Agility and Transition: The ISU must transition from stowed to full configuration in under 15 minutes with a two-person team and be forklift-movable.
• Air Certification: Must be air certified and "forkliftable" onto C-130, C-17, and C-5 aircraft, limited to one pallet position when stowed.
• Physical Requirements: Includes retractable walls, at least 4 D-rings for cargo straps, and a power panel supporting at least 60A single-phase power.
• Power Capabilities: Must support switching to a 7,500-watt generator and include at least 50 ft of shore power cable with a built-in receiver.
• Internal Equipment: Expected equipment includes at least 8 laptops, 4 55" monitors, 3 routers, 1 antenna, 4 personal radios, and an Environmental Control Unit (ECU).
• Environmental and Safety: Features built-in ceiling LED lighting (white preferred), an integrated ECU location, a weather-tight personnel door with cipher lock, and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors.
• Aesthetics: Preferred ISU color is tan, with white or green being acceptable.
• Security: Must be TS (Top Secret) capable.

This document serves as a product description and detailed requirements list for potential vendors to understand the specific technical and functional needs for the expandable ISU. Bidders must ensure their proposed solutions meet all listed characteristics and requirements to be considered responsive.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

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

• Quotes must conform to the solicitation requirements.

• Quoters must manifest unconditional assent to the terms of the RFQ.

• Quoters must be responsible prospective contractors.

• Not explicitly detailed in this document, but it pertains to a contract award.

• Evaluation Factors: Price and other factors under FAR 13.106-2 will be used.

• Quote Evaluation Process:

  • Acceptability: Quotes will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Acceptable quotes conform to material solicitation requirements, assent to RFQ terms (without exceptions), and demonstrate the quoter is a responsible contractor.
  • Price: Prices will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness per FAR 13.106-3(a).

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

• Quoters must be responsible prospective contractors per FAR 9.104-1.

• A quotation is not an offer and does not form a binding contract until an award notice is issued and accepted.

• The document is dated April 16, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document is an addendum to FAR provision 52.212-1, "Instructions to Offerors or Quoters," replacing 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 applicable NAICS code(s) and small business size standard(s) are provided, with specific considerations for acquisitions set aside for small businesses, those using HUBZone preference, or 8(a), HUBZone, economically disadvantaged women-owned, or women-owned small business set-asides.
• Quote Submission: Specifies that signed and dated quotes must be submitted by the exact time and date specified in the solicitation. Minimum required information includes the solicitation number, time for receipt, quoter's name/address/phone, technical description, warranty terms, price, "remit to" address, representations and certifications (FAR 52.212-3), acknowledgment of amendments, and past performance information if applicable. Quotes must also state agreement with solicitation terms or note any exceptions.
• 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 at no expense to the Government.
• Multiple Quotes: Quoters are encouraged to submit multiple quotes with alternative terms or line items, with each quote evaluated separately.
• Late Submissions: Defines "late" quotes and outlines conditions under which they may be considered. It also addresses extensions due to emergencies and procedures for withdrawing quotes.
• Contract Award: States the Government's intent to award a purchase order without negotiation, emphasizing that 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: Provides instructions on how to access Federal specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions via the ASSIST website or other specified sources.
• Unique Entity Identifier: Requires quoters exceeding the micro-purchase threshold (or as otherwise specified) to provide their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and EFT indicator.
• Debriefing: Outlines the information that will be disclosed during a post-award debriefing, if applicable.
• Agency Protest Program: Details the National Guard Bureau's Agency Protest Program, including procedures, timelines, and contact information for filing protests with the Contracting Officer or the NG Agency's Protest Decision Authority.

This addendum directly impacts how bidders must prepare and submit their quotes, including the required information, format, and deadlines. It also provides crucial information regarding protest procedures.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial products or services to procure an Expandable Internal Airlift/Helicopter Slingable Container Unit (ISU) for the 129th Operations Group. This unit is intended to meet deployment requirements for a mobile Rescue Operations Center (ROC). 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 provided in Attachment 1, Product Description (PD).

• Contract type: Request for Quotations (RFQ).

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied by the delivery location.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must comply with FAR clauses 52.212-1 and 52.212-2, including any addendums provided. A completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items) must be submitted with the offer.

• Evaluation Criteria: Addendum to Instructions and Evaluation Criteria will provide details.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Questions Due: April 22, 2026, 2:00 P.M. (PDT)
  • Response Due: April 27, 2026, 2:00 P.M. (PDT)

• Set Aside: 100% Small Business Set Aside.

• NAICS Code: 332439 - Other Metal Container Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 600 employees.

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

• Place of Delivery: Moffett ANGB, CA.

• Contracting Officer: MSgt Austin Breault (austin.breault.1@us.af.mil).

• All contractual administrative matters and changes must be directed to the Contracting Officer in writing.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Expandable Internal Airlift / Helicopter Slingable Container Units (ISUs). The government is procuring 2 units.

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

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

• The generic name description is Expandable Internal Airlift / Helicopter Slingable Container Unit (ISU).

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is scheduled for 180 Calendar Days from the Date of Award.

• Offer Due Date: April 27, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Evaluation criteria are detailed in Addendum 52.212-2.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 332439, with a size standard of 332439.

• The solicitation number is W50S8X26QA017.

• The issuing office is W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 129, MOFFETT FIELD, CA.

• Inspection and Acceptance will be at Destination.

• Payment will be made by the government.

• The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to various compliance, reporting, and operational requirements.