THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ). The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to collect Market Research Information and industry expertise for the purpose of gathering market research which may or may not be used to aid in the Government’s requirement.
The Government considers information on market capabilities, common industry standards, latest technological advances, commercial terms and conditions, timelines for adaption and integration, pricing, and possible suppliers and sources to be helpful. All feedback and information received may be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a possible future acquisition. This notice is issued solely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a request for proposal, request for quote, or invitation to bid, nor does its issuance in any way restrict the Government as to its ultimate acquisition approach. No award will be made from this RFI and the Government will not pay for any effort expended in responding to this notice.
Responses:
Contractors are encouraged to submit information for the questions that follow. This RFI is prepared for planning purposes only and is not restricted to small business. Sources are discouraged from submitting any information deemed competition-sensitive or proprietary. However, if sources elect to submit competition-sensitive or proprietary information, sources bear sole responsibility for marking said information as such to ensure appropriate safeguarding by the Government. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
RFI responses on company letterhead are requested for submission electronically and in accordance with the instructions listed in each attachment. All questions and responses shall be submitted, via e-mail to 126.arw.fal.msc.contracting@us.af.mil. The Government will entertain ad hoc site visits, please contact the 126th Base Contracting Office at 126.arw.fal.msc.contracting@us.af.mil for coordination.
Request for Information/Questions:
The Government is seeking to establish three control points for entry for the 126th Maintenance Group complex. The Government would like to implement a restricted badge system at each entry control point. In addition, the Government would like to have a camera system at each entry control point to monitor personnel within the 126th Maintenance Group complex.
The Government is seeking the following information:
- What price estimates might be involved in each solution?
- What time estimates are involved?
- Different Entry Control Features?
- Innovative Solutions to Government Requirement?
The Government is also requesting information on feasibility, estimated cost of project, and possible solutions. This is not a request for quote so response does not need to be in quote format.
Additionally:
- Are there any other aspects that we need to consider before contracting for this supply/service?
- Are there any comments concerning the NAICS and SBA size standards chosen for this RFI?
