Officer Training School - Alaskan Style Tents

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
FA3300OTS26I
NAICS
314910
PSC
8340
Set-aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted
May 26, 2026
Response due
June 2, 2026
Place of performance
Montgomery, AL

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking to procure two Small Shelter System tents and two Environmental Control Units, including necessary fire safety equipment, delivery, installation, and training, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses in the tent manufacturing and environmental control sectors, specifically those capable of meeting detailed specifications outlined in the sources sought notice. Interested vendors should note that this is a sources sought notice, indicating the government is gathering information rather than soliciting bids at this time, which may affect how they track this opportunity.

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Description

STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS (2) Small Shelter System Shelter Systems with (2) Environmental Control Unit Officer Training School PURPOSE Officer Training School (OTS) requires the purchase of two Small Shelter System tents, two Environmental Control Units and required fire sensors, fire extinguishers, delivery, installation, training. The tents will be utilized to build up the OTS Blue Thunder location to support additional trainees. DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS The following items are required for performance under this contract. The baseline reference for the shelter system is the CAMSS Shelter PN: CAMSS-HIT-20QM4W, Brand Name or Equal. Vendors proposing equal or superior products must demonstrate compliance with all performance characteristics specified herein. SHELTER SYSTEM General Specifications Parameter Minimum Requirement Width 20-22 feet Length 32-32.6 feet Height 10 feet Shape Quonset Color Tan Minimum field life 10 years Entry / Exit Ways 2 Solar Fly 1 EA Tent Frame Tents must be a minimum of an aluminum frame, free span with no poles in the center, and include powder coating. All frame components shall be corrosion-resistant to withstand prolonged field exposure. Shelter Cover and Fabric All vinyl must be fireproof with a 15-17oz military specification. All tents must come with a tan solar fly outer shell. There shall be a minimum air gap of 3” between the shelter cover and solar fly. Tent shall include an insulating liner system with a 4.5oz-5oz aluminized/reflective material. Tents need to include a minimum of a hard door and zipper entry with double vestibule connector flaps around each door. Tents shall include (4) vestibule connector flaps (2 per each end panel) and (4) insulated windows per tent (2 per end panel). Tent must also include a fire-retardant plenum. End Walls Each end wall must have a triple-layer construction (outer vinyl material, insulation panel, and inner liner material) with a minimum thickness of ½ inch. Each end wall must include two (2) sets of ECU/HVAC ports with an 18-20 inch diameter. Electrical System Tent must include an electrical/lighting kit with the following components. The internal power distribution box is required to be safety certified and listed to meet electrical code UL1640. Component Quantity Specification Power Distribution Box (PDB) 1 EA 20A, 1P GFCI Breakers 2 EA 20-amp Standard Breakers 1 EA 20-amp Twist Lock Cable Connectors 4 EA - Light Switch 1 EA - Light String 1 EA Enough LED light bulbs to illuminate the tent (full coverage) - Min of 10 LED light bulbs Converters 1 EA If required - Receptacle lines must include (12) triplex receptacles per line. The outlet is 20A. There is a 50’ power cable to connect to the exterior power distribution system. The contractor shall be responsible for a converter. Structural Load Requirements The shelter system shall be engineered and manufactured to withstand a minimum wind load of 60 mph and a minimum snow load of 20 pounds per square foot (psf). The contractor shall provide commercial literature, manufacturer specifications, or engineering certifications (such as ASCE 7-10 compliance) demonstrating that the proposed shelter design meets or exceeds these structural parameters. Physical on-site load testing of the erected tents is not required. Tents shall have a minimum field life of 10 years. Included Kits and Safety Accessories Tent must include the following items in a spare/repair kit: Self-adhesive patches for the tent cover/end panels (30” x 30”) Self-adhesive patches for the tent floor (30” x 30”) Roll of liner patch material (6” x 6’) Spare spike bag Double-headed spikes (18”- 19”) Guy spikes (18”) Guy rope Approved cleaning solution All tents must come with one (1) portable fire extinguisher and two (2) interconnected smoke alarms. Portable fire extinguishers must be an ABC fire extinguisher with a rating of 2-A:10-B:C and a minimum of 5 lbs, mounted using vehicle safety brackets. Full testing of the smoke alarms will be required at the time of acceptance, and a pre-test must be completed and documented prior to acceptance. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL UNIT (ECU) — 5-Ton, Brand Name or Equal Each shelter system shall be accompanied by one (2) 5-ton ECU/HVAC meeting or exceeding the following specifications: Thermal Performance Parameter Minimum Requirement Cooling Capacity 5-ton nominal (60,000 BTU/hr) Heating Capacity 51,000 BTU/hr (15 kW) Operational Temperature Range -50°F to +132°F (-46°C to +56°C) Physical and Mechanical Specifications Parameter Minimum Requirement Cabinet Color Tan preferred, or green Mobility Minimum four (4) wheels with locking brakes included as parts but not installed Accessories Insulated supply/return air ducts compatible with 18-20 inch ports DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS Delivery Location and Coordination The contractor shall complete delivery of the tents, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, ECUs, electrical, and lights free of any defects to: 1200 March Road, Maxwell AFB 36112 The contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) prior to scheduled delivery to confirm arrangements. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The contractor shall complete delivery and installation of the tents, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, ECUs, electrical, and lights free of any defects to 1200 March Road, Maxwell AFB 36112. Tents will be installed on concrete and ECU on concrete/gravel/dirt. Once installation is complete the tents should be move in ready. Life Safety and Code Compliance All construction and Life Safety Requirements must meet the most current versions of UFC 3-600-01, AFPAM 10-219V5, NFPA 101, NFPA 102, NFPA 70, and NFPA 10. Shall meet the Fire Prevention Standard MAFBI 32-2005 and local requirements for construction. All electrical installations/work must be completed by a certified electrician in accordance with NFPA 70. Red lines marking

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