KAFB - IBDS Maintenance and Tech Support

SOL #: IBDSMXFY26Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA9401 377 MSG PK
KIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117-0001, United States

Place of Performance

ROAD FORKS, NM

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems (J063)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 28, 2026
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Response Deadline
May 15, 2026, 9:00 PM

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, 377th MSG Contracting Division, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential small business sources capable of providing Integrated Base Defense System (IBDS) Maintenance and Technical Support at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM. This effort involves maintaining a base-wide networked security system. Responses are due May 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for non-personal services to maintain, troubleshoot, and control inventory for the IBDS, which includes cameras, radars, servers, drones, and viewing stations. Key tasks outlined in the Draft PWS include:

  • Initial Configuration Audit: Deliver a searchable database of all configuration items within 60 days.
  • Bi-Annual Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMI): Scheduled inspections of all system components.
  • System Maintenance: Inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, calibration, and performance checks for various security systems.
  • Software Updates: Identify and execute firmware and software updates.
  • Repair and Replacement: Utilize warranties first, then Government-owned parts, or recommend replacements.
  • Troubleshooting and Unscheduled Maintenance: Provide phone support and emergency on-site service for Mission Essential Equipment (e.g., 72 hours for emergency, 24 hours for catastrophic failure).
  • Inventory Management: Maintain a database of Government-owned spare parts and equipment warranties.

Contractor qualifications include specific certifications (Axis Gold, exacqVision, ClearVision), experience with perimeter doppler radar, fiber optics, Magos Radars, and Nightingale Security, plus trained drone operation technicians.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (planning purposes only, no solicitation available)
  • Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS: 561621 – Security Systems Services (Size Standard: $25,000,000.00)
  • Response Due: May 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
  • Published: April 28, 2026

Instructions / Response Requirements

Interested businesses must submit responses electronically, including:

  • Company Name, Address, DUNS, CAGE Code, Point of Contact (email/phone).
  • Indicate business size under NAICS 561621 (SB, SDB, WOSB, etc.).
  • A Statement of Capabilities (limited to 5 pages, Times New Roman 12 Font) describing the company's ability to address tasks in the Draft PWS, experience maintaining integrated security systems, and ability to acquire required certifications.

Responses should be sent to Ms. Robyn Knight (robyn.knight.1@us.af.mil) and SrA Noel Choquette (noel.choquette@us.af.mil).

Additional Notes

This notice is for market research only; the Air Force does not intend to award a contract based on this notice or pay for information submitted. Attachments include a Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and a Sanitized Equipment List detailing existing IBDS components, many with expired warranties.

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