Rapid Non-Invasive Concrete Structures Spalling Assessments

The Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces is conducting market research for a non-invasive concrete spalling assessment project at Sebille Manor, located at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. The pre-solicitation seeks a contractor to perform rapid, comprehensive evaluations of concrete structures within a military family housing complex, utilizing advanced scanning technologies including unmanned aerial systems, stationary scanning solutions, and handheld equipment. The primary objectives include detecting concrete defects such as spalling, cracks, and voids in steel-reinforced concrete surfaces across horizontal and vertical structural elements like roof slabs, supporting beams, columns, and exterior overhangs. Contractors will be expected to create a severity index for prioritizing potential repairs, integrate assessment data with USAF Civil Engineering Systems of Record, and leverage AI/machine learning techniques to estimate concrete degradation rates and facility lifespans. The market research notice was posted on February 24, 2025, with responses due by March 3, 2025, indicating a tight timeline for potential bidders to review and respond to the opportunity.

The pre-solicitation does not indicate a specific set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors. The project involves assessing 32 residential buildings constructed in 1977, with a performance period of 130 calendar days. Deliverables will include detailed measurements of spalling damage, including square footage, depth, and crack lengths, along with an initial report covering the first 10 buildings and a comprehensive final report subject to government review. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the complexity of the assessment—involving advanced scanning technologies, AI analysis, and comprehensive reporting—suggests a significant contract value. The assessment will cover approximately 6-12 inch thick concrete structures across multiple buildings, with the ultimate goal of extending building life and improving the facility condition index through systematic structural evaluation.