Regarding Sonic Infrared Inspection Systems Station-P20-005

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Air Force Sustainment Center is conducting a Sources Sought market research for Sonic Infrared Inspection System maintenance services at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The solicitation seeks contractors with expertise in vibroacoustic thermography and specialized maintenance for complex inspection equipment, including robotic manipulators, ultrasonic welders, thermal cameras, and related support systems. Potential contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and are encouraged to provide detailed information about their capabilities, including past project experience, quality assurance processes, and maintenance support capacity. Responses to the Sources Sought Synopsis are due by Noon CST on May 15th, 2025, and must be submitted via email to specified Air Force contact addresses. The procurement will utilize NAICS Code 561990 (All Other Support Services), and both large and small businesses, including joint ventures and teaming arrangements, are invited to participate.

The contract is structured as a base year with four option years, offering a comprehensive maintenance service for sophisticated inspection equipment at the Air Force base. While no specific set-aside has been designated, the solicitation welcomes broad participation from various business types. The maintenance services will be conducted Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM CST, with contractors required to perform annual on-site preventative and remedial maintenance, including comprehensive inspections, component cleaning and testing, parts replacement, and troubleshooting of software and hardware systems. Maintenance technicians must demonstrate extensive training and knowledge of all system components, with strict adherence to safety regulations and government facility guidelines. Though no specific award value is disclosed in the documents, the contract requires contractors to provide all necessary personnel, equipment, transportation, parts, tools, supervision, and quality control to maintain the inspection systems in optimal operating condition.