Armory Rack Upgrade

The Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command is conducting a sources sought market research for an Armory Rack Upgrade project at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The project requires procurement and installation of weapons storage equipment, including 42 M4 mobile weapons racks capable of storing 48 weapons each, and four handgun mobile weapons racks with varying storage capacities (320 and 86 handguns). Potential contractors must demonstrate small business status, provide details about their manufacturing capabilities, and have previous military supply experience. Responses to this market research are due by January 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, and must be submitted via email to Mr. Jack Caniglia. Interested parties are advised that this is not a formal solicitation, and no costs incurred in preparing a response will be reimbursed by the government.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, targeting smaller manufacturing and specialized storage container providers within the NAICS 332439 (Other Metal Container Manufacturing) category. The project requires detailed technical specifications, including racks constructed of minimum 14-gauge steel with specific dimensional requirements, security features like padlock hasps, and heavy-duty caster bases. Installation will occur at the JBSA-Lackland Air Force Base Chapman Training Annex, with work hours typically between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. The scope of work includes removing existing equipment, transporting old racks to DLA at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, and installing new storage systems. While no specific award value is mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in weapons storage infrastructure for the Air Force training facilities.