Sources Sought - ESS Alarms

SOL #: FA251726KR01Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA2517 21 CONS BLDG 350
PETERSON SFB, CO, 80914-1117, United States

Place of Performance

Colorado Springs, CO

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

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

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 1, 2026
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Last Updated
Jun 1, 2026
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Response Deadline
Jun 15, 2026, 4:00 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 21st Contracting Squadron (CONS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Electronic Security Systems (ESS) inspection, maintenance, and repair services at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), Colorado. This is not a solicitation, but aims to identify interested and capable sources for a potential future contract. The anticipated solicitation date is Q3 of Fiscal Year 2026. Responses are due by June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide all management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of various ESS. This includes AMAG systems (with associated CCTV equipment, video software, and Microsoft cluster server software) and Qognify Video Management Software (QVMS) Ocularis systems. Key responsibilities outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) include:

  • Preventative Maintenance (PM): Scheduled inspections, cleaning, battery testing, and software hygiene (patching/updates within 14 days).
  • Corrective Maintenance/Repair: Unscheduled maintenance to restore systems, with defined response and repair timelines for catastrophic, major, and partial failures.
  • System Upgrades: Performing upgrades as directed by the Government.
  • Reporting: Monthly service reports and outage reports.
  • Parts Management: Identifying required parts, with potential for Government Furnished Property (GFP).
  • CCTV Maintenance: Specific requirements for QVMS and associated infrastructure.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified (market research phase)
  • Current Contract: FA251724P0044, held by Government Contracting Services, LLC.
  • Anticipated Solicitation: Q3 of Fiscal Year 2026
  • Response Due: Monday, June 15, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time
  • Published Date: June 1, 2026

Information Requested from Potential Sources

Respondents should provide:

  • Company name, address, CAGE code, and Point of Contact (POC).
  • Business type, specifically identifying small business concerns under NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services).
  • Confirmation of agreement with NAICS Code 561621.
  • Details of current contracts for similar services (IDIQ, GWAC).
  • Identification of any PWS requirements deemed impossible or needing clarification.
  • Recommendations for Attachment 2 – CLIN Pricing Schedule, including unit of measure appropriateness.
  • Experience with similar ESS alarm system networks.
  • Confirmation of ability to work within military base security restrictions (e.g., no USB devices, no wireless/remote monitoring).
  • Intended quoting approach (prime, prime with subcontractor, joint venture) and plans for FAR 52.219-14 compliance.
  • A capability statement or demonstration of relevant experience.
  • Intention to quote and estimated time needed to prepare a quote, or reasons for not quoting.

Special Requirements

  • Technician Certification: Technicians must be individually certified in AMAG and QVMS.
  • Security: Compliance with Peterson SFB security, including base access and potential Secret clearance for at least one employee.
  • Quality Control: Contractor must develop a Quality Control Program (QCP).
  • Essential Services: Services are essential; contractor must develop a contingency plan.

Submission Details

Email responses to Contract Specialist Kaela Reed (kaela.reed@spaceforce.mil) and Contracting Officer Ralph Mayer (ralph.mayer@spaceforce.mil).

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