J -- OMB Circular A-76: DoD Public-Private Competition of the Red Switch Function Performed by Department of the Air Force Located at Langley AFB, VA

The Department of the Air Force initiated a public-private competition for the Red Switch Function at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, in compliance with the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-76 (Revised). The process began with a formal public notification on April 19, 2007, followed by a streamlined competition conducted on June 22, 2007. The evaluation concluded that agency performance was the most efficient and cost-effective approach, resulting in no solicitation being issued for outside contractors. This competition, falling under NAICS code 811213, was managed by the Department of Defense office at Langley AFB. Key points of contact included the Contracting Officer Christin L. Lockhart and Contract Specialist Christopher D. Tuck. The office responsible, designated as FA4800 633 Cons Pkp, oversaw the effort to determine operational efficiency under the revised A-76 guidance, affirming the in-house operation as preferable for the Red Switch Function at this location.