PA Systems Replacement

The Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command is seeking to procure eight Public Address (PA) Systems for replacement across multiple outdoor firing ranges at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The project involves supplying and installing comprehensive PA system components, including 34 two-way full-range loudspeakers, power amplifiers, equipment racks, and associated audio equipment for the 37th Training Support Squadron. The contract requires detailed technical specifications, including precise speaker installation on support I-beams, achieving approximately 96 decibels of continuous output volume, and using 14-gauge speaker wire in metal conduit. Interested small businesses must respond to a Request for Information (RFI) by June 10, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, with the point of contact being Parie Reynolds at parie.reynolds@us.af.mil. Potential contractors will need to demonstrate manufacturing capabilities, previous military customer experience, and provide estimated delivery timeframes.

The contract opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS Category 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), specifically targeting small businesses in the audio and video equipment manufacturing sector. The government is conducting voluntary market research to identify potential contractors capable of supplying and installing the PA systems across eight different ranges with varying configurations, including ranges named Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, Delta-1, Echo, Fox, and Hotel. While specific award value is not disclosed, the project requires comprehensive installation services, including system setup, 1.5 hours of training, PDF operating instructions, and a final system demonstration for government acceptance. The work is to be performed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with potential flexibility for weekend or holiday work at no additional cost. Contractors will be responsible for site maintenance, cleanup, and ensuring the PA systems meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the draft Statement of Work.