SAM #W50S9326QA010

Physical Security and Access Control Upgrades for Main Gate at 141st Punta Borinquen ANG Base

The U.S. Air Force, 156th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron at Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, is seeking a contractor for physical security and access control upgrades at the 141st Punta Borinquen ANG Base in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 156th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron, Muniz ANGB, Carolina, Puerto Rico - Puerto Rico Air National Guard, 156th Wing - Scope of Work: - Modify existing sliding gate to span half the roadway, reinforce structure, and upgrade mechanism - Install new exit lane swing gate with automated operator, battery backup, and vehicle detection loops - Additive option: mechanize secondary outbound lane gate with industrial-grade operator and secure radio receiver system - Integrate access control interface with badge scanning readers and emergency override switches - Install electrical conduits, wiring, and connections for gate operation - Provide all parts, tools, supplies, and as-built documentation (paper, PDF, CAD) - Install required signage and maintain site security and cleanliness - Products/Services Requested: - Gate modification and installation (sliding and swing gates) - Automated gate operators (hydraulic/electromechanical, high-duty cycle) - Access control systems (badge readers, radio receivers, remote transmitters) - Vehicle detection loops - Electrical and construction materials - Documentation and signage - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Air National Guard and Unified Facilities Criteria standards - Emergency manual release accessible only to Security Forces - Traffic control plan prohibiting simultaneous closure of both lanes - As-built documentation in multiple formats and DD1354 form - Site security fencing and signage during construction - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; commercial-grade equipment is required. - Set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) - Estimated contract value: $25,000 to $100,000 - Period of performance: 90 days from award, including inspection and closeout

Description

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The 156th Wing, at the Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico intends to issue a Request for Quotes conducted under the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures for commercial services to award a single firm fixed-price contract for services, non-personal, to provide all supervision, transportation, labor, materials, equipment, fuel and any other needed materials and quality control necessary, except as specified in Paragraph 3.0 as Government Furnished items, to perform work to include the replacement of existing entrance dual manually swing gates by hybrid operation of automated sliding gate and normally close swing gate Integration of controlled access brace by card reader. The purpose is to provide a continuous unidirectional flow within the facilities and critical physical security requirements compliance at Punta Borinquen Main Gate, 141st, Aguadilla ANG Base, Puerto Rico.

Work shall be in accordance to drawings contained in the Statement of Works (SOW) incorporated in this solicitation.  Repair works/contract completion time is 90 days after notice to proceed to include inspection and punch lists.

KEY SOLICITATION DETAILS:

Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside NAICS Code: 238290 - Other Building Equipment Contractors Small Business Size Standard: $22 Million Magnitude of Construction: The Government's Target Price Range for this project is between $25,000 and $100,000. Period of Performance (PoP): 90 Days after Notice to Proceed Bid Guarantee: Not required.

SITE VISIT INFORMATION: Our agency will host a site visit on July 16, 2026, 9:00 AM AST (local time), to be held at the 141st Air Mobility Support Squadron Punta Borinquen Air National Guard Base, Aguadilla, P.R. (Former Ramey Base). Interested contractors are encouraged to attend and shall follow conference registration and base access requirements shown in the here and in the solicitation.  Although not mandatory, scheduled site visit is critical. We are trying to mitigate potential risks and damages for the government and potential contractor by showcasing the project level of effort. We suggest you carry all necessary material to take notes during the visit, as needed. No questions will be answered during the visit, instead they will be answered in writing by responding to questions via requests for information (RFI) The solicitation and associated information will be available only from the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov.

To obtain installation access, interested parties must submit a request for attendance no later than 2:00 PM CT on July 15, 2026, to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil

The request for attendance must include:

Firm Name and Telephone Number Visitor (s) Name Copy of valid Real ID Act compliant Driver’s License and or US Passport.

IMPORTANT BASE ACCESS NOTICE: 141st Punta Borinquen Air National Guard Base is a secure Air Force installation. Access is controlled strictly by security forces. For those processing on-site, you must bring a valid state/federal ID, current vehicle registration, and proof of vehicle insurance. Concealed carry, open carry, and personal firearms of any kind are strictly prohibited on the installation.

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs): Requests for Information shall be submitted on or before 2:00 PM CT on July 20, 2026, to the following email address: angel.solis.2@us.af.mil  . Information provided at the site visits, as well as questions, shall not change/qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation. Any needed changes to the solicitation will be implemented via a formal amendment.

Tentative date for posting our agency responses in the SAM.gov notice is on or about July 22, 2026 by close of business (4:00PM).

SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS: Project specifics, full instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria can be found in the attached Standard Form (SF) 1449 Section L and associated documents.

A complete bid package must contain the following:

Offer, Standard Form (SF) 1449 blocks 17a. and 30 (all letters completed) Under Section “Continuation of Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs” page 3 - all items must be priced and totaled (CLIN 0001) Items listed under Section M (List of equipment and/or types of skill sets needed from Laborers based on solicitation Statement of Works and proposed project schedule)

To place your quote, submit your completed SF1449 to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil . Due date for the receipt of offers/quotes is July 31, 2026 at 10:00AM EST (local time)

Interested offerors must be registered in SAM. To register go to: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/  . Instructions for registering are on the web page. The solicitation and associated information and the plans and specifications will be available only from the System of Award Management (SAM.gov) website online at https://SAM.gov/. SAM.gov is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies. Interested bidders/offerors must register with SAM.gov before accessing the system (there is no fee for registration). Please note that due to recent fraudulent activity, the process for fully activating (and updating) a registration at SAM has changed and now requires the submission of a notarized letter to GSA. See the following link for additional information and the latest updates to this process: https://www.gsa.gov/samupdate . SAM.gov registration requires the following information: 1) Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN), 2) UNIQUE ENTITY ID (UEI) Number and CAGE Code, 3) Telephone Number, 4) Email address. Registration instructions can be found on the SAM.gov website at https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration.

For free of charge assistance for SAM.gov matters or billing contact your local Apex Accelerator by visiting their website here: https://www.federalcontractingpr.com/Contact-Us.

Please note the registration for access to the secure site takes approximately 15 business days. PLAN ACCORDINGLY. Bidders/Offerors cannot log into the SAM.gov home page and search for data. 

Please read applicable Evaluation Criteria under clause 52.212-2 - Evaluation Factors for Award thoroughly, The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror whose quote is found to be the most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.  The Government intends to award without discussions.

DISCLAIMER: The official plans and specifications are located on the official government webpage, and the Government is not liable for information furnished by any other source. Amendments, if/when issued will be posted to Contract Opportunities for electronic downloading. This will normally be the only method of distributing amendments prior to closing; therefore, it is the offeror’s responsibility to check the website periodically for any amendments to the solicitation. Websites are occasionally inaccessible for various reasons. The Government is not responsible for any loss of Internet connectivity or for an offeror’s inability to access the documents posted on the referenced web pages.  The Government will not issue paper copies. All inquiries must be in writing via email to the persons specified in the solicitation and this notice.

Place of performance and physical address for directions: 141st Air Control Squadron Punta Borinquen Radar Site, 0201 PR, Aguadilla, 00640: https://maps.app.goo.gl/e6vyF7tCamqa4com9?g_st=am 

ALL COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE SHALL BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.

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