MOBILE BLEACHERS - 316 CONS

SOL #: FA286026Q4012Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA2860 316 CONS PK
JB ANDREWS, MD, 20762-7001, United States

Place of Performance

St James, MD

NAICS

Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (337127)

PSC

Miscellaneous Prefabricated Structures (5450)

Set Aside

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

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 17, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 24, 2026, 8:00 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 316th CONS at Joint Base Andrews is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify vendors capable of providing Mobile Bleachers. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The bleachers must be highway towable, seat approximately 130 people, and meet specific technical requirements. Responses are due April 24, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for two (2) highway-towable bleacher units with the following salient and essential characteristics:

  • Size: Approximately 39 feet long, 10 rows high.
  • Transport: Highway towable for easy transport.
  • Safety: Vertical Guard Rails (hot-dip galvanized).
  • Structure: Heavy I-Beam main frame; Aluminum seats and walkboards.
  • Comfort: Full 24-inch row spacing.
  • Lighting: LED Stop, Turn, and Clearance lights.
  • Braking: Electric brakes on all 4 wheels.
  • Mobility Features: Telescoping and easily removable tongue; Stabilizing jacks operable from a standing position.
  • Mechanism: Hydraulic folding mechanism powered by a 12-volt system (self-contained battery & charger).
  • Capacity: Must be able to seat about 130 people.

The purpose is to provide modern, compliant bleachers to mitigate mission risk and ensure mission success.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Response Due: April 24, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
  • Published: April 17, 2026, 3:17 PM EDT
  • Product Service Code: 5450 (Miscellaneous Prefabricated Structures)
  • Place of Performance: St James, MD 20762, United States

Evaluation

This Sources Sought is for market research purposes only. The Government is identifying vendors capable of meeting the specified requirements and will use responses to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability. Detailed product information, including specifications and catalog numbers, is requested.

Additional Notes

This notice does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not guarantee a future solicitation. It is for planning purposes only.

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Tyler ChoePRIMARY
Byron HowardSECONDARY

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