Monaco Fire Alarm Radio Frequency Survey

Project ID: F1V3M15253A001 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	Air Combat Command
Deadline	01/08/26
Posted	01/05/26
Estimated Value	$25,000 - $75,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	561621 - Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
PSC	J063 - Maint/Repair/Rebuild Of Equipment- Alarm, Signal, And Security Detection Systems
Location	Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706 United States

Description

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Summary

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT TO BE USED FOR MARKET ANALYSIS IN DETERMINING THE AVAILABILITY OF THE REQUIREMENT. **NO AWARD WILL BE MADE FROM THIS SOURCES SOUGHT** **DO NOT SUBMIT A QUOTATION OR PROVIDE COST AND PRICING DATA** **NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME** ALL RESPONSES WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE ACQUISITION STRATEGY FOR THE POSSIBLE FUTURE ACQUISITION. Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota is seeking sources interested and capable of perform survey and analysis services for radio frequency interference on the D-21 Fire Alarm Receiving Systems at Ellsworth AFB, SD in accordance with the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). All interested parties are invited to provide information about your company/institution, or any teaming or joint venture partners. NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THIS PROJECT WHEN IT IS FORMALLY ADVERTISED, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT A RESPONSE TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS. If your firm has an interest in proposing on future requirements as described above, who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit, in writing, a capabilities package. Provide responses NO LATER THAN 8 January 2026 to SrA Noah Wilmore at noah.wilmore@us.af.mil. For the capability statement, please include the following: 1. Company name, address, point of contact (POC), telephone number, fax number, email address, website, and CAGE code. 2. Company's business size and/or socioeconomic status (i.e. Small Business, SBA Certified 8A Program Participant, SBA Certified HUB Zone Firm, Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Woman-Owned Small Business). 3. A positive statement of your intention to bid on this contract as a prime contractor. The information requested will be used within the Air Force to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside the agency. **Responses are due NO LATER THAN 1:00 PM MST, 8 January 2026 and are only to be submitted electronically to: noah.wilmore@us.af.mil**

Primary Government Point of Contact

SrA Noah Wilmore. Questions relevant to this notice shall be sent electronically to the above email address. NO PHONE INQUIRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. All communication shall be in writing and submitted electronically with reference "Monaco Fire Alarm Radio Frequency Survey - Ellsworth AFB". THIS IS A NOTICE FOR SOURCES SOUGHT ONLY. THIS NOTICE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A PROCUREMENT COMMITMENT BY THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. NO CONTRACT WILL BE AWARDED FROM THIS NOTICE. RESPONSE IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY; NO REIMBURSEMENT WILL BE MADE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROVIDING INFORMATION IN RESPONSE TO THIS NOTICE OR ANY FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION REQUESTS. THE GOVERNMENT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OR SUFFER ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR ANY IMPROPERLY IDENTIFIED INFORMATION.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB), South Dakota, is seeking sources capable of performing survey and analysis services for radio frequency interference affecting the D-21 Fire Alarm Receiving Systems. This initiative aims to address critical communication issues within the fire protection system, which, if unresolved, could lead to catastrophic events impacting personnel safety and base operations. The purpose of this sources sought announcement is to gather information for market analysis and determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a potential future contract. Work Details The contractor will conduct a comprehensive investigation into radio frequency (RF) interference affecting the fire alarm communication system at Ellsworth AFB. Key tasks include: 1. **Signal Strength Measurements**: Conduct RF spectrum analysis at multiple locations on the base, measuring signal strength, noise levels, and interference patterns. 2. **Antenna Performance Analysis**: Evaluate antenna locations for forward and reflected power, documenting efficiency and potential mismatch sources. 3. **RFM Location Analysis**: Assess primary and alternate Radio Frequency Module (RFM) locations, providing comparative performance analysis and interference susceptibility. 4. **Final Report**: Deliver a detailed written report within 15 business days post onsite work completion, including measurement data, findings, identified interference sources, and recommended corrective actions. 5. **Contract Deliverables**: Provide RF spectrum measurement data, antenna performance results, RFM location analysis, identification of interference sources, and recommendations for mitigation using calibrated RF spectrum analyzers. Period of Performance The contractor shall have 45 calendar days from the date of award to complete the survey and deliver all required reports. Place of Performance Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB), South Dakota.

Contacts

Contact name	Noah F. Wilmore
Contact email	noah.wilmore@us.af.mil
Contact phone	None
Secondary contact name	Jason Wright
Secondary contact email	jason.wright.30@us.af.mil
Secondary contact phone	(605) 385-1744