Bleacher Seating Systems

The Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command is seeking to procure eight bleacher seating systems for the 343rd Training Squadron, with each system capable of accommodating 125 personnel at Joint Base San Antonio locations. The contract opportunity, identified by the NAICS Code 337127 for Bleacher Seating, requires comprehensive systems with specific technical specifications including brown seats, canopy, individual molded seats, and a one-person push-button hydraulic setup. The Statement of Work details precise requirements for delivery, installation, and site maintenance at JBSA Camp Bullis and JBSA Lackland. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on January 8, 2025, with responses due by January 14, 2025, indicating a relatively tight submission window for interested contractors. Potential bidders must carefully review the technical specifications and ensure compliance with all installation, operational, and warranty requirements.

This contract opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside, with the Small Business Administration size standard set at 500 employees. The Non-Manufacturer Waiver will apply to this procurement, which allows small businesses that do not manufacture the product to still compete for the contract. The systems will require specialized features including rounded aluminum guardrails, full-length footboards, and outdoor weather-resistant construction with tandem axle suspension and electric brakes. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation, including warranties and operation manuals, and designate an on-site project manager with appropriate security clearances. While specific award value is not disclosed, the contract involves procuring eight complex mobile seating systems with sophisticated engineering and installation requirements, suggesting a potentially significant investment for the Air Force's training infrastructure.