4 EWS HELAMS
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 4th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron (4 EWS) at Peterson Space Force Base, CO, is soliciting proposals for two (2) Hard-side Expandable Light Air Mobile Shelters (HELAMS). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, designated as Full and Open Competition. The procurement includes shipping of the units. Quotes are due by 10:00 A.M. MT on April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement and shipping of two (2) HELAMS units, which will serve as Mobile Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) for the 4 EWS. Key technical specifications for the HELAMS units are detailed in Attachment 1 and include:
- SCIF Capability: Integrated with an intrusion detection system.
- Power: 120/208 VAC, 3-phase, 60Hz, 60-amp input with MIL-C-22992 connectors.
- Environmental Control: Integrated cooling and temperature control, with 16-inch ducts for Military specification ECUs.
- Security: Equipped with CDX-10 and Cypher Personnel Door Locks.
- Structure: Four corner leveling jacks (5,000 lbs each) and six (6) 19-inch server racks.
- Dimensions: Specific exterior and interior dimensions for both stowed and deployed configurations are provided.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 332311 (Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard.
- Period of Performance: On or before 4 weeks after receipt of award for all CLINs.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes and contract documentation must be submitted to 21 CONS/PKA by the deadline. Quotes are limited to 5 pages.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on the lowest evaluated price that meets technical criteria on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.
- Key Deadlines:
- Questions Due: 10:00 A.M. MT, April 16, 2026.
- Quotes Due: 10:00 A.M. MT, April 20, 2026.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM and comply with all instructions; failure to do so may result in ineligibility. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days. .zip files are not acceptable for submission. The solicitation number is FA251726Q0025.