SOURCES SOUGHT BRAND NAME ONLY Wintersteiger Ski Calibration Machine and Stand

The Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command is seeking a Wintersteiger ski calibration machine and stand for the Outdoor Recreation ski rental operation at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. The pre-solicitation notice specifically requests two brand-name items: a Safetronic Max machine (model 7728-421-15) and a Safetronic Stand (model 7728-1011-V06), along with associated freight, delivery, and installation services. This sources sought notice is designed to gauge market interest and potential lead times for the equipment. Interested vendors are requested to respond expressing their interest and expected delivery timeline from notice to project completion. The contract opportunity was posted on November 25, 2024, with a response deadline of December 2, 2024, and vendors can direct any questions to Contract Specialist Erika Farms via the provided email address.

The procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS category 423910 for Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers, with a Product Service Code of 7830 for Recreational and Gymnastic Equipment. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, and no quotes are currently being solicited. The procurement appears focused on obtaining specific branded equipment for the base's ski rental operations, with a clear emphasis on Wintersteiger equipment. The contract will include delivery and installation services to F.E. Warren AFB, suggesting a comprehensive procurement approach that goes beyond simple equipment purchase. While detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly stated, the brand-specific nature of the request and the request for lead time information suggest that responsiveness and equipment availability will be key considerations in the eventual selection process.