McConnell AFB Air Park Pond Aeration

SOL #: PANNGB26P0000036022Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7M9 USPFO ACTIVITY KSANG 184
MCCONNELL AFB, KS, 67221-9000, United States

Place of Performance

PRAIRIE VLG, KS

NAICS

Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110)

PSC

Construction Of Sewage And Waste Facilities (Y1ND)

Set Aside

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

Timeline

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Posted
May 27, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 8, 2026, 2:00 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 Kansas Air National Guard, McConnell AFB, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Sources Sought Announcement for Air Park Pond Aeration at McConnell AFB, Wichita, Kansas. This is for market research to identify potential sources, including small businesses, for a future project involving the installation of a subsurface aeration system. While currently designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, the agency notes it may be advertised as unrestricted if adequate small business competition is not available. Responses are due by June 8, 2026.

Scope of Work

The project entails the installation of a subsurface aeration system at the Air Park pond. Key tasks include:

  • Installing a Rotary Vane Compressor cabinet on a foundation adjacent to the sidewalk.
  • Cutting and removing a section of sidewalk, trenching, and installing a 6-inch pipe underneath.
  • Distributing subsurface double diffusers across the pond with weighted airlines and testing them.
  • Pouring a reinforced concrete pad for the steel cabinet (minimum 4,000 psi concrete).
  • Utilizing existing 120V electrical supply.
  • Furnishing all necessary labor, expertise, equipment, and materials.
  • Disposing of all project debris. All work must comply with federal, state, local codes, and industry standards (AIA, ACI, NEC, OSHA). Contractors must arrange for base access and may need to provide a confined space entry permit if applicable.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • NAICS: 237110 (Construction Of Sewage And Waste Facilities), Size Standard: $45 million
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), with potential for unrestricted advertisement.
  • Response Due: June 8, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
  • Published: May 27, 2026

Evaluation

This notice is for planning purposes only. Responses will be used to gain knowledge of potential sources, assess small business capabilities, and determine the appropriate set-aside strategy for a future solicitation.

Additional Notes

Interested parties must complete and return the attached "Sources Sought Response Form," including bonding capability and past performance. Email responses to 184WG.MSG.CONTRACTING@us.af.mil with the subject line "Sources Sought Air Park Pond Aeration." Contact Kevin Smith or Joshua Kingori at the same email for questions. Contractors are responsible for site inspection and base access procedures.

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