Replace AAS BAK-15 Controls, B2001, B2003

The U.S. Air Force, through the 14 Contracting Squadron at Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi, is conducting market research under solicitation EEPZ248317 to identify qualified small businesses capable of replacing AAS BAK-15 controls for facilities B2001 and B2003. This is a sources sought announcement with no intent to award a contract at this stage; all responses are voluntary and intended solely to inform future procurement decisions. The procurement is structured as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, with the NAICS code 238210 for electrical contractors. Responses must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE or as hard copies to the designated address by 3:00 PM CST on May 28, 2026. The government requires detailed technical and operational information, including the ability to comply with strict construction standards governed by Unified Facilities Criteria, OSHA regulations, and manufacturer specifications. Contractors must demonstrate capacity to manage key personnel, including a qualified project manager, site superintendent, and quality control manager, all subject to prior government approval. Documentation submittals must be organized into three D-size ring binders containing directories, system-specific operation and maintenance instructions, and project certificates, and must adhere to formatting requirements including PDF and AutoCAD 2020 formats for digital submissions. The estimated contract value, should a procurement proceed, falls between $500,000 and $1,000,000. Performance is to occur exclusively at Columbus Air Force Base, with a proposed 210-day period of performance triggered by the Notice to Proceed. The contractor must comply with stringent safety and environmental protocols, including the prohibition of hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead-based paint, and PCBs unless explicitly waived in writing by the Contracting Officer. All deliveries and on-site work require adherence to packaging standards preserving product integrity, with labels and seals remaining legible throughout handling and storage. Waste generated on-site must be documented and reported daily via manifests, and all warranties and bonds must be submitted in triplicate, bound and certified within 14 days of project completion. The government retains full authority to reject nonconforming work, conduct on-site inspections, and enforce compliance with NIST-traceable testing methods. Only original manufacturer parts may be used during the warranty period, and any personnel access to the installation requires compliance with base security protocols. The Contracting Officer is the sole authority for modifications