USAFA Meteorological Services

The United States Air Force Academy’s 10th Contracting Squadron is soliciting firm-fixed-price quotes for Meteorological Services under solicitation FA700026Q0015, issued as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541990. The contract will require the contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and facilities necessary to deliver comprehensive meteorological support including airfield services, mission weather operations, and staff weather briefings for senior USAFA leadership and key units such as the 10th Air Base Wing and 306th Flying Training Group. Performance must occur at USAFA in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with a transition period beginning July 29, 2026, followed by a 12-month base year, four additional 12-month option years, and a possible six-month extension. The procurement is conducted under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, applying commercial item procedures, and no written solicitation will be issued—quotes submitted by June 5, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time, are the only means of response. The evaluation will be based on best value determined by price and past performance, with the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) used to verify past performance within the prior five years. All quotes must be submitted as two separate files: a pricing schedule in Microsoft Excel and past performance information in Word or PDF, both on official letterhead with full company details, UEI/CAGE code, and business size certification. Submissions must be compatible with Microsoft Office 365, not exceed 10MB via email, and include a written affirmation of agreement to all terms and conditions. The contract incorporates extensive operational, security, and administrative requirements. Contractors must comply with stringent security protocols at USAFA, including mandatory National Agency Check with Inquiries for personnel accessing the unclassified network, completion of DoD Cyber Awareness Training, and strict adherence to access control procedures for vehicles and restricted areas. Insurance requirements mandate workers’ compensation with $100,000 liability, general liability of $500,000 per occurrence, and comprehensive automobile liability coverage. The contractor is required to submit a Mission-Essential Contractor Services Plan within 30 days of award detailing continuity measures for up to 30 days during crises, including labor disruptions. Performance standards are clearly defined in the Performance Work Statement, including critical thresholds such as no more than five