Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Reed Joseph International for Scare Wars Bash Cannons
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 30th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to Reed-Joseph International Company. This procurement is for the regular maintenance, servicing, and replacement parts for the proprietary Scare Wars Radio Controlled Bird Deterrent System.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes ongoing maintenance and servicing of the Scare Wars system, which is critical for airfield operations. The justification for sole sourcing stems from the proprietary nature of the equipment and software, which cannot be maintained or serviced by other companies. Specific replacement items include 28 Scare Wars BASH cannon system controllers, modems, receivers, 12-volt batteries, associated wiring, and 3 handheld radios.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Reed-Joseph International Company
- Authority: FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B)
- NAICS: 811210, "Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance" (Size Standard: $34.0 Million)
- Product Service Code: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 0900 PDT
- Published: May 20, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
Challenge Process
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government will consider all proposals received within 7 days of publication of this notice. Firms wishing to challenge the sole source determination must submit an interest letter demonstrating their ability to provide an equivalent supply. Interested parties must provide a rationale for consideration. The determination to compete this action is solely at the Government's discretion, and no costs for providing capability information will be reimbursed.
Contact Information
- Primary: Moises Flores (moises.flores.1@spaceforce.mil)
- Secondary: Chris Hummel (christopher.hummel.6@spaceforce.mil)