Radome and Shelter Shipping BPA
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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 (309th Electronics Maintenance Group) is seeking a contractor for a Radome and Shelter Shipping Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). This sole source requirement involves specialized logistics support for the receipt, storage, certification, and onward shipment of Government Furnished Property (GFP), including hazardous materials, from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) to remote operational sites throughout Alaska. The BPA will have a 5-year period of performance. Offers are due by March 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive logistics services, primarily supporting the 309th EMXG's annual missions (typically March through October). Key responsibilities include:
- Receipt and Storage: Accepting GFP at JBER and providing secure, environmentally appropriate storage, including dedicated space for specific hazardous materials.
- HAZMAT Certification: Inspecting and certifying all Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) according to state and federal regulations, with certification documents provided to the government prior to shipment.
- GFP Accountability: Maintaining meticulous tracking of all GFP using hand receipts and an electronic log, delivered monthly or upon request.
- Packaging and Shipment: Preparing and transporting GFP to various remote airfields and operational sites across Alaska upon government request. Shipments must be initiated within strict timeframes: 72 business hours for routine, 24 business hours for priority, and 12 hours for emergency requests.
- Return Shipment: Delivering remaining GFP to the JBER Traffic Management Office (TMO) using a government-issued Transportation Account Code (TAC).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Duration: One (1) 5-year BPA from the date of award.
- BPA Call Limit: $25,000.00 per call.
- Set-Aside: Sole Source Requirement.
- NAICS Code: 481112 (Air Freight)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1500 Employees
- Place of Performance: Primary contractor facility at or near JBER, Alaska; secondary at various remote sites in Alaska. Delivery and acceptance of orders at Hill Air Force Base.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM Mountain Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic mail to costadena.bournakis@us.af.mil and heidi.hodgson@us.af.mil.
- Required Submissions: Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items.
- Evaluation: Evaluation criteria are referenced in the solicitation (page 37) but not explicitly detailed in the provided summary.
Key Clarifications & Notes
- Shipment Timing: Shipments will not be sent to all Radome sites simultaneously; schedules will be coordinated through government teams, emphasizing the need for a Point of Contact (POC).
- Logistics for Remote Locations: For difficult remote locations, charters will be arranged by the government team. The contractor is responsible for providing Hazmat certification and preparing shipments.
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): The U.S. Government will furnish necessary supplies as GFP to JBER. The contractor is liable for any loss, damage, destruction, or theft of GFP while in their possession.
- Base Access: Contractor must obtain and maintain necessary credentials for JBER access.
Contacts
- Heidi Hodgson: heidi.hodgson@us.af.mil, 801-586-8882
- Costadena Bournakis: costadena.bournakis@us.af.mil, 801-586-8593