Climate Controlled Storage Facilities

The solicitation FA481926Q0025 issued by the Department of Defense’s 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, FL, seeks a qualified contractor to provide climate-controlled storage facilities for mission-essential government property near Panama City Beach, Florida. This market research notice, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 493110 (General Warehousing and Storage), requires a minimum of 500 square feet of secure storage space, configured either as multiple modular units or enclosed rooms. The facilities must maintain strict environmental controls, including continuous temperature regulation between 55°F and 75°F and relative humidity not exceeding 50%, as well as structural safeguards such as weather resistance, sealed concrete floors, and prevention of pest and mold presence. Security protocols demand 24/7 government-controlled access via electronic gate codes and physical locks retained exclusively by the government, perimeter fencing, and continuous video surveillance. The contractor must allow government-led inspections and inventory management, while reporting any security breaches, environmental deviations, or system outages within prescribed short notification periods. Insurance coverage reflecting the full value of stored property and compliance with relevant safety and maintenance standards are also mandatory. Although the document references adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses by incorporation, specific clauses, dates, and fill-ins are not provided, reflecting the solicitation’s market research status rather than a formal contract award. The performance period and pricing details remain undefined, as this notice is intended to assess industry capability. Administrative details include contact points at Tyndall AFB and proximity requirements stipulating facility location within five miles of Naval Support Activity Panama City, FL. The solicitation also emphasizes that the contract involves no contractor responsibility for handling or documenting government property beyond providing the secure storage environment. Overall, the requirements center on ensuring uninterrupted environmental, security, and access controls to protect critical government assets, with strict reporting and inspection protocols to maintain operational readiness.