SAM #26

U.S. Air Force Solicitation for Automated Sliding Gate System and Installation Services

This opportunity involves the U.S. Air Force seeking a contractor to motorize and automate a large manual sliding gate at an Installation Access Control Point in Gulfport, Mississippi. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force (solicitation managed by Mr. James Nelson) - Products and Equipment Requested: - Heavy-duty, commercial-grade electric gate operator (motor) for a 30-foot, 3,000 lb. sliding gate - Compatible positive drive rail or chain drive mechanism - Automated locking system compliant with UFC 4-022-01/03 - Hard wired OPEN/CLOSE/STOP control station - Battery backup system capable of 50 cycles - Manual override mechanism - Photoelectric sensors and safety edges (UL 325 and ASTM F2200 compliant) - All components must be new and outdoor-rated - Services Required: - Complete electrical work, trenching, and conduit installation - System calibration after installation - On-site training for government personnel on operation and maintenance - Minimum one-year warranty on all parts and labor - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All safety features must comply with UL 325 and ASTM F2200 - Locking system must meet UFC 4-022-01/03 standards - Battery backup must support at least 50 cycles - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified, allowing for a range of commercial solutions

Description

POC: Mr. James Nelson james.nelson.78@us.af.mil  (228)-214-6072

Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside

PSC Code: 5660 NAICS Code: 238290

Description of Requirements: This pre-solicitation notice is for the motorization of an existing 30-foot, 3,000 lb. manual sliding gate at an Installation Access Control Point. The contractor shall furnish and install a complete, turn-key automated gate system.

The required supplies include a heavy-duty, commercial-grade electric gate operator (motor), a compatible positive drive rail or chain drive mechanism, and an automated locking system compliant with UFC 4-022-01/03. The system must feature a hard wired "OPEN/CLOSE/STOP" control station, a battery backup system capable of 50 cycles, and a manual override. All installed components must be new and outdoor-rated.

Services include all electrical work, trenching, and conduit installation, as well as system calibration. The final installation must fully comply with UL 325 and ASTM F2200 safety standards, including the installation of photoelectric sensors and safety edges. The contractor will also provide on-site training to government personnel and a minimum one-year warranty on all parts and labor.

All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

Anticipated Award Date: July 31st 2026

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