Opportunity
SAM #FA940126Q0027
Lifeguard and Aquatic Management Services for Kirtland AFB Indoor Pool
Buyer
377th Air Base Wing
Posted
August 19, 2026
Respond By
September 19, 2026
Identifier
FA940126Q0027
NAICS
713940
The U.S. Air Force at Kirtland Air Force Base is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive lifeguard and aquatic management services for its 100-meter indoor swimming pool. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, 377th Air Base Wing, 377 MSG PK, Kirtland Air Force Base - Services Requested: - One dedicated on-site Aquatics Manager responsible for staff scheduling, certification maintenance, liaison with Government COR, and daily operational oversight - Minimum of three certified lifeguards per operational session (three daily sessions, Monday-Friday) - Lifeguards must hold certifications in CPR, AED, and Lifeguarding from recognized organizations - Lifeguard services include supervision, safety enforcement, daily pool upkeep, water quality testing (without chemical handling), and emergency response coordination - Contract Structure: - Base period of 3 months, followed by five option years (each 9-12 months) - Estimated annual workload: 2,268 hours for Aquatics Manager, 6,804 hours for lifeguards - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with Air Force safety and health regulations (DAFI 34-101, DAFMAN 48-143) - Implementation of CDC Model Aquatic Health Code and Healthy Swimming standards - Government furnishes lifesaving equipment and emergency services - No specific OEMs or product purchases; this is a service contract for pool staffing and management - Set aside for small businesses under NAICS 713940 (Recreational and Sports Facilities Management) - Firm fixed price arrangement under Product Service Code M1FB
Description
The 377th Force Support Squadron has a critical ongoing requirement for non-personal lifeguard and aquatic management services at the Kirtland Air Force Base 100-meter indoor swimming pool. The organization explicitly needs one dedicated on-site Aquatics Manager and a minimum of three lifeguards per operational session. This is staffing model is required to safely operate the facility and to maintain strict compliance with Air Force safety and health regulations, specifically DAFI 34-101 and DAFMAN 48-143 (Environmental Health Program Management). Per DAFMAN 48-143, para 2.10.3, the facility must implement the CDC's Model Aquatic Health Code and Healthy Swimming standards.