167th AW Fire Alarm Inspections
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The 167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, WV, is soliciting quotes for Base-wide Fire Protection Inspections, encompassing Fire Alarm Inspections and other fire protection systems, under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ). This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 541990, $19.5M size standard). Quotes are due April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires comprehensive inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) services for all base fire protection systems, ensuring they function on demand as per UFC 3-601-02. Services include, but are not limited to:
- Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
- Wet Pipe, Dry Pipe, Deluge, and Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems
- Standpipe Systems, Fire Pumps, and Water Supply Tanks
- Dry Chemical Systems and Emergency Lighting
- Hydrant Flow Tests, Egress Marking Systems, and Backflow Prevention Devices The contractor must submit a Final Inspection Report within 30 days of ITM completion, detailing discrepancies and recommended corrective actions.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: W50S8V-26-Q-0001
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: One Base Year (May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027) with four (4) 12-month option years.
- Place of Performance: 167th Airlift Wing, Building 303, 222 Sabre Jet Blvd., Martinsburg, WV 25405-7704, and other specified base locations.
- Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for March 24, 2026. Attendees must complete a background investigation for on-base access at least 7 days prior.
- Quote Due: April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation: Award will be based on Price Alone, with no discussions.
- Submission: Offers must be submitted via email to MSgt Philip Henderson at
philip.henderson.5@us.af.mil.
Special Requirements
- Personnel: Key personnel must possess NICET Level III certification in Fire Alarm Systems, Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems, or Special Hazard Suppression Systems.
- Base Access: All contractor personnel require background checks and compliance with installation security regulations. This includes completing a specific background form (submitted 10 business days prior to base entry), obtaining PIV/CAC credentials, and completing AT Level 1, DoD IA, and OPSEC training.
- Wage Determination: The Service Contract Act Wage Determination No. 2015-4297, Revision No. 32 (effective December 3, 2025) for Berkeley County, WV, applies.
Additional Notes
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Amendment 001 added drawings, scheduled the site visit, and extended the closing date. The solicitation incorporates FAR and DFARS clauses effective through FAC 2025-06.