The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The Air Force needs a small business to design and deliver a pop-up target system for its range.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need?
The Air Force needs a pop-up target system with 19 new targets, a wireless communications network, and a remote-control system. The targets must be battery-powered and have a minimum 2-mile range. The system must also be compatible with existing targets and have upgrade options.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
The contract is a Sources Sought notice, and the Air Force is looking for vendors to provide a quote. The contract will be awarded based on the evaluation of the quotes.
- How will they pick the winner?
The Air Force will evaluate the quotes based on the technical and price factors. The notice doesn't say what specific factors will be used.
- When and how do you bid?
Quotations will be accepted electronically no later than 2:00 PM EST on Monday, 20 July 2026. Email quotations shall be sent to both the primary and alternate points of contact.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
Heads up — easy to miss
- There's a mandatory site visit on July 1, 2026, at 9:30 AM EST. Interested vendors will meet at the Grand Bay Range - East Gate, Valdosta, GA 31602.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
- Write a 1-page summary of similar work you've done before.
- Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit.