Dept. of the Air Force Rotary Draw Hand Tube Bender RFQ 2026
- Due
- Sep 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Zachary Dunham
- (605) 385-1758
The 30-second brief
The Department of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 28 CONS is soliciting quotes for the procurement of one (1) rotary draw hand tube bender. Offerors are required to submit a technical characteristics statement and confirm the machine's capability to produce part number L5842706 (as detailed in Attachment 3) to meet technical acceptability requirements. This procurement is set aside for Total Small Business. Submissions are due by September 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM to the 28 CONS office at Ellsworth AFB, SD. Primary contact for this requirement is Zachary Dunham at 605-385-1758.
Technical characteristics statement, Confirmation of ability to produce part number L5842706
Technical acceptability
Summary
The Department of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 28 CONS is soliciting quotes for the procurement of one (1) rotary draw hand tube bender.
Offerors are required to submit a technical characteristics statement and confirm the machine's capability to produce part number L5842706 (as detailed in Attachment 3) to meet technical acceptability requirements. This procurement is set aside for Total Small Business. Submissions are due by September 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM to the 28 CONS office at Ellsworth AFB, SD. Primary contact for this requirement is Zachary Dunham at 605-385-1758.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical acceptability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Technical characteristics statement, Confirmation of ability to produce part number L5842706
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 3
- Submit to
- 1000 Ellsworth Street, Suite 1200, Ellsworth AFB, SD, 57706-4904
- Scope location
- Meade, SD
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Dept. of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 28 CONS?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1000 Ellsworth Street, Suite 1200, Ellsworth AFB, SD, 57706-4904. For questions, contact Zachary Dunham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Dept. of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 28 CONS in SD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Zachary Dunham at (605) 385-1758. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical characteristics statement, Confirmation of ability to produce part number L5842706. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Technical acceptability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment 3. Review the full document from Dept. of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 28 CONS for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Meade, SD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.