Combined Synopsis/SolicitationPosted Aug 24, 2026·Responses due Sep 8, 2026

Water Tanker/Pump Repair

Air Force and Space Force · FA9301 AFTC PZIO

Stage
Open solicitation
NAICS
811310
Value
Not stated
Solicitation
FA930126Q0030
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Total
PSC
J042
Place
Edwards, CA, USA
Contact
Brian Wu (brian.wu@us.af.mil)
CSV Email

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Where this opportunity stands

Every notice posted under solicitation FA930126Q0030 in this department, oldest first.

Early notice
None posted
Solicitation
  • Aug 19, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Aug 24, 2026 · this notice
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
  • Aug 27, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Aug 28, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Sep 2, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Sep 3, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Sep 8, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Sep 8, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
  • Sep 9, 2026
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Open
Award
Not yet. Typical award: Sep 28, 2026 to Nov 3, 2026, middle of the range Oct 5, 2026.
Measured from 18 past solicitations at Dept of the Air Force with NAICS 811310 that later posted an award (middle half of cases, counted from Aug 19, 2026).

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What the notice says

Request for Quote (RFQ): Water Tanker/Pump Repair FA930126Q0030 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number FA930126Q00301 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) for Fire Truck Water Tanker/Pumper Repair. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions… (show all)

and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Background: The 412 Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Management Flight needs contracted vendor services to replace the agent water tank assembly and associated components on Fire Department Water Tender with registration number 11L00144, which was delivered to Vehicle Management with multiple leaks on top of the tank and a noticeable sag in the center when fully loaded, causing the tank to rub the body and damage the exterior integrity of the tank. Upon inspection, it was found that the damage was a result of the structural integrity of the agent tank that had diminished over the years. It is beyond the capabilities of the vehicle management flight technicians to repair. See attached SOW for further information and included photos of the vehicle for reference. Product service code (PSC) J042 and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 811310 are being considered for this requirement. Basis for Award: Comparative Evaluation The Government intends to award a contract to the responsible offeror whose quotation, conforming to the solicitation, is determined to represent the best value to the Government. Evaluation Methodology In accordance with RFO 12.203, the Government will utilize a Comparative Evaluation process. Rather than rating or scoring each quotation individually against a rigid, predetermined evaluation rubric, the Government will compare all received quotations directly against one another to identify which submission offers the most advantageous solution. Evaluation Factors for Comparison The Government will compare quotations based on the following factors to determine which provides the best overall value: Evaluation Factors: *Technical Capability - the Government will compare the proposed features, methods, and technical solutions of each quotation directly against the others. The goal is to determine which proposed approach provides the greatest benefit, utility, and likelihood of successfully meeting or exceeding the requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). *Past Performance - the Government will compare the recent and relevant past performance records of the competing offerors. The Government may utilize the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and other independent government or commercial sources to determine which offeror presents the lowest performance risk and the highest probability of success. *Price -the Government will compare the proposed prices to ensure they are fair and reasonable. Price will be evaluated in conjunction with the non-price factors to determine if the relative benefits of a specific quotation justify its proposed cost. *Delivery and warranty Selection Decision: Because this is a comparative evaluation, the Government is not required to establish a predefined rating scale. The Government reserves the right to select a quotation that is not the lowest priced if the direct comparison reveals that the technical superiority or stronger past performance of a higher-priced quotation provides a better overall value to the Government. The final decision will be based on a documented rationale explaining why the successful quotation is the best value for the Government. The tasks to be carried out include: Complete Replacement: Safely remove the structurally degraded agent water tank assembly and all associated failing components. Structural Integrity: Install a new water tank assembly capable of fully supporting the maximum loaded water capacity without sagging, bowing, or rubbing against the vehicle's exterior body. System Integration: Ensure all plumbing, valves, and water delivery components are correctly integrated with the new tank and are completely leak-free under operational pressure. Exterior Restoration: Complete all necessary specialized painting, coating, and bodywork required to restore the exterior integrity of the vehicle, matching the required Fire Department specifications. Description of requirements: The vendor must have proven hands-on experience servicing KME fire apparatus� and possess the necessary tooling and diagnostic capabilities specific to KME systems. Formal KME service center certification is not mandatory; however, the vendor must guarantee that all maintenance and repairs meet or surpass KME manufacturer specifications. Estimated period of performance: 240 Days ARO. A list of solicitation provisions that apply to the acquisition: 52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation. 52.204-7 System for Award Management-Registration. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.225-4 Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act Certificate. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials. 252.204-7017 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation. 252.204-7024 Notice on the Use of the Supplier Performance Risk System. 252.204-7025 Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements. 252.225-7055 Representation Regarding Business Operations with the Maduro Regime. 252.225-7059 Prohibition on Certain Procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region-Representation. 252.237-7024 Notice of Continuation of Essential Contractor Services. (vi) A list of contract clauses that apply to the acquisition: 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. 52.204-13 System for Award Management-Maintenance. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.212-4 Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.222-3 Convict Labor. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors. (Deviation 2026-O0040, Revision 1) 52.223-23 Sustainable Products. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.225-3 Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management. 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. 52.233-3 Protest after Award. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (Deviation 2026-O0038) 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compe

Who won similar work

98 award notices on SAM.gov in the last 24 months. Match: Same agency (Air Force and Space Force), same NAICS 811310.

WinnerAwardsValueLast
X CELL MANAGEMENT INC4$3.0MSep 25, 2026
ACCENTZ, INC.4$2.1MApr 28, 2026
ARABIC INTERPRETERS LLC4$362KAug 3, 2026
KBR Wyle Services, LLC · $KBR2$16.0MNov 25, 2025
EWING MACHINE SERVICES, INC.2$2.0MJul 17, 2026
MAYOINTHEMIX LLC2$1.7MOct 2, 2026
MCCRAY GROUP VENTURES LLC2$403KAug 22, 2025
DXP ENTERPRISES, INC. · $DXPE2$183KAug 18, 2026
ACTION TARGET INC2$179KJun 30, 2026
KULANI INC.2$121KAug 28, 2026

Value counts single-winner awards. "Shared" awards are multiple-award contracts that list every winner with the same total ceiling; that ceiling is not one company's win, so it is not added in.

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Competitive landscape

For the 8 most frequent past winners above. Lobbying is matched by the company's exact name or exact ticker; agencies are as named on the filings.

  • 0 of these past winners lobbied Air Force, Dept of since 2024 (0 filings)
  • 0 of their lobbyists list a past Air Force, Dept of job
  • $26K from their corporate PACs since 2024 to members of House Committee on Appropriations, House Committee on Armed Services, Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on Armed Services
  • 0 foreign-agent (FARA) registrations
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Policy around it

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  • 0 bills named on the past winners' lobbying filings
  • 32 rules from the department in the last 12 months
  • 0 executive orders naming the agency in the last 12 months
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Market

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  • 2 of the past winners are listed companies
  • 0 insider buys and 0 insider sells at them in the last 90 days
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