The 121st Air Refueling Wing is integrating the KC-135R Aircrew Training System(ATS) into the broader Distributed Training Center Network. This integration will require upgrading the security arrangement for the ATS Facility to allow for a secure training interface. Specific items for this upgrade include controlled access into the ATS Bay by upgrading the existing door and frame to accommodate Advantor controls, constructing a separate classified briefing area in the Maintenance/Parts Storage Area using standard framing and drywall construction, HVAC supply and return, and fire strobe. The MAF DMO Equipment will be installed in the facility Computer Room and supplied 120VAC power from the Service panel Distribution (SPD) on a dedicated 20-amp circuit with a NEMA 5-20R Three Prong Receptacle. Ductwork larger than 96 sq. in. in area shall have grille systems installed to prevent intrusion or insertion of devices [Six(6) locations identified].

The Construction/Contract duration is anticipated to be 120 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed to include inspection and punch list, which provides adequate time to accomplish construction.

This project will be solicited as a competitive Small Business Set-aside. All responsible offerors are encouraged to participate. The North American Industry Classification (MAICS) Code is 236220, with a size standard of $45,000,000 average annual revenue for the previous three (3) years. The magnitude is between $25,000 and $100,000.

All dates and times are identified in the solicitation for site visit and bid opening.

Interested offerors must be registered in SAM. To register, go to: https://sam.gov/. You will need your SAM Unique Entity ID number to register. Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation and associated information and the plans and specifications will be available only from SAM website online at https://sam.gov/. SAM is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies.

Rickenbacker AB address is as follows:

7570 Minuteman Way

BLDG 820

Columbus, OH 43217

Any questions should be emailed to the following:

Ryan S Thompson – Contract Specialist at ryan.thompson.76@us.af.mil & James R. Andrews - Contracting Officer at james.andrews.28@us.af.mil

DISCLAIMER: The official plans and specifications will be located on the official government web page and the Government is not liable for information furnished by any other source. Amendments, if/when issued will be posted to https://www.sam.gov/ for electronic downloading. This will normally be the only method of distributing amendments prior to closing; therefore, it is the offerors responsibility to check the website periodically for any amendments to the solicitation. Websites are occasionally inaccessible, due to various reasons. The Government is not responsible for any loss of Internet connectivity or for an offerors inability to access the documents posted on the referenced web pages. The Government will not issue paper copies.