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The Department of the Air Force, through the 18th Contracting Squadron, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified contractors for the construction of ten Earth Covered Magazines (ECMs) at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. The project, planned for the 2027 to 2029 timeframe, requires the delivery of blast-resistant storage infrastructure for munitions and explosives. The scope of work includes engineering and constructing reinforced concrete structures with heavy-duty floors, structural walls, and roof slabs, as well as installing reinforced steel blast doors and applying dense earth cover for safety and containment. Additional requirements include the installation of lightning protection systems, grounded electrical infrastructure, perimeter security, demolition, site preparation, utilities, paving, and environmental abatement. Interested respondents must demonstrate specialized experience in constructing hardened concrete structures and explosive storage facilities within the last five years, specifically within force protection and controlled-access areas. Contractors must possess the legal authority, licensing, and operational footprint to work in Japan, including SOFA compliance and potentially a Japanese branch office or joint venture. The government is seeking information on capabilities regarding design-build or progressive design-build delivery methods and is evaluating whether to utilize a standard FAR-based contract or an Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2808a. Qualified firms must submit a company profile and a comprehensive questionnaire to the designated points of contact by October 21, 2026.
General Info
Place of Performance
Kadena Air Base, JP-47, 96367, JPNSet-Aside
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Organization & Contact Information
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Introduction & Purpose
The Department of the Air Force, through the 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS/PKC), is issuing this Sources Sought announcement to conduct market research. The primary objective is to identify qualified contractors with the specialized capabilities required for the construction of 10 Earth Covered Magazines (ECMs) at Okinawa, Japan.
This notice is for planning and market research purposes only. It does not constitute a formal solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), or an invitation for bid, nor does it represent a commitment or obligation by the U.S. Government to award a contract.
2. Scope of Work & Project Requirements
The intended outcome of this project is to deliver robust, blast-resistant storage infrastructure that satisfies stringent U.S. military safety and security standards for munitions and explosives handling.
The scope of construction involves engineering and building ten (10) standard or specialized ECMs, which include:
- Reinforced Concrete Structures: Engineering and pouring heavy-duty reinforced concrete floors, structural walls, and integrated roof slabs.
- Blast-Mitigation Engineering: Installing reinforced steel blast doors and blast-resistant components designed to mitigate internal or external explosion risks.
- Earth Cover Operations: Backfilling and grading a dense earth cover layer over the top and sides of the concrete shell to optimize safety and containment parameters.
System Integrations: Installing specialized lightning protection systems (LPS), grounded electrical infrastructure, and robust perimeter/structural security components.
3. Requested Responses
Interested contractors possessing the capabilities to perform this localized work in Okinawa should submit the attached questionnaire. Responses must be comprehensive and include the following information:
- Company Profile: Official company name, physical address, point of contact details, DUNS number / Unique Entity ID (UEI), and active registration status on SAM.gov
4. Submission Instructions
Please submit all Capability Statements, and questionnaire (attachment) electronically via email to the 18 CONS/PKC point of contact listed on the SAM.gov Notice.
Additional POC Nick Apsens 18 CONS PKC 634-5843
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