9 SFS Explosive detection device

The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command, specifically the 9th Security Forces Squadron at Beale Air Force Base in California, is seeking portable explosive detection devices through this sources sought notice for market research purposes only. The procurement focuses on three complete Portable Explosive Trace Detector (ETD) kits, specifically SEEKER Pro-Explosives kits, designed to enhance anti-terrorism and force protection capabilities at critical security locations including the Commercial Vehicle Inspection Area, Schneider Gate, and the Upgraded-Early Warning Radar facility. Key requirements include detection of a broad range of explosive materials with over 90% accuracy, results delivery within 30 seconds, lightweight single-hand operation, dust and water resistance, high-resolution sunlight-readable touchscreen capability, four-hour battery operation, internal data storage with USB/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth export capability, and a minimum three-year manufacturer warranty. The Air Force has indicated the anticipated contract will be issued as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) award; however, this is a sources sought notice only and no contract will be awarded from this posting. Interested parties must submit their company UEI and CAGE code, a capabilities statement, relevant past performance indicators, and a Rough Order of Magnitude pricing estimate to Teresa Romig and SrA Ezekiel Onumah by the April 27, 2026 deadline.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, limiting competition to qualified small business entities. No incumbent contractor or current contract holder is identified in this sources sought notice. The government has not disclosed a specific budget range or award value in this market research posting, though interested parties are requested to provide pricing estimates for evaluation purposes only. Each of the three required kits must be independently complete and include a handheld detector unit, two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, one battery charging station, a ruggedized carrying case with custom foam inserts, a shoulder/carrying lanyard, initial consumable test swabs, and instruction manuals. Delivery must be coordinated at least two weeks in advance to Building 25470 at Beale AFB during standard business hours (Monday through Friday, 0800-1600 PST), and contractor personnel must complete entry authorization procedures and obtain necessary base access documentation prior to delivery.