Aircraft Sunshades

The Massachusetts Air National Guard is seeking a small business contractor to develop an Indefinite Delivery, Definite Quantity (IDDQ) contract for Aircraft Sunshades specifically designed for F-35 aircraft at Barnes Air National Guard Base. The solicitation (W50S81-25-Q-A011) will result in a Firm-Fixed Price single award contract for purchasing and installing up to 14 metal sunshades with comprehensive electrical and lightning protection features. The proposed sunshades will measure 60 feet wide, 70 feet long, and 23 feet high, featuring a galvanized steel structure with specific technical requirements including LED lighting, electrical outlets, and grounding systems. The solicitation is expected to be released on SAM.gov on or about June 9, 2025, with specific closing dates to be determined in the full solicitation document. Contractors will need to provide detailed structural and electrical drawings, preventive maintenance manuals, and meet strict documentation, safety, and quality control standards.

The contract is a 100% small business set-aside within the Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing (NAICS 332311) category, with a potential 5-year ordering period for services to be performed between 0730-1630 hours Monday through Friday. The project includes comprehensive warranty requirements, including a 30-year warranty on steel materials and a 1-year labor warranty. While specific award values are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the contract involves sophisticated engineering and installation services for military infrastructure. Contractors will be expected to work directly at the military installation, adhering to rigorous security and safety protocols. The technical complexity of the project, including the need for stamped structural drawings and compliance with multiple federal regulations, suggests this will be a technically demanding contract requiring specialized expertise in metal building construction and military facility infrastructure.