56 CS FOC to Flightline and Wx Equipment, Luke AFB
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR COMBAT COMMAND.FA4887 56 CONS CC · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Air Force is soliciting for flightline and weather equipment at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The work falls under NAICS 335921 (Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing), though in a federal contracting context this code can cover fiber optic components and specialized cabling systems used in military applications. Flightline equipment typically includes infrastructure for aircraft operations, communications, and navigation systems. Weather equipment refers to meteorological instrumentation used to support flight operations and safety.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves both as a sources-sought announcement and as the actual solicitation—vendors can respond directly to this notice to bid.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Air Force, Air Combat Command, 56th Contracting Squadron (56 CONS CC) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | F3YCFA6173AC01 |
| NAICS | 335921 |
| Set-aside | SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Luke Air Force Base, AZ |
Who can bid
This opportunity is strictly limited to SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Businesses that meet the WOSB Program eligibility requirements under FAR 19.15. To qualify, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally and directly owned by one or more women who are U.S. citizens
- Have women manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- Be certified through the SBA's certification process (either SBA self-certification via certify.sba.gov or third-party certification)
- Meet the small business size standard for NAICS 335921 (see the solicitation for the specific employee or revenue threshold)
Joint ventures are permitted under WOSB rules if structured correctly, but the managing venturer must be a WOSB. Mentors under the SBA All-Small Mentor-Protégé Program may assist, but the protégé WOSB must be the offeror.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements precisely. Fiber optic equipment for military flightline and weather systems must typically meet stringent environmental, electromagnetic interference, and durability standards. Request any applicable military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or performance specifications referenced in the solicitation.
Verify your WOSB certification is current and in SAM.gov. The Air Force will validate your status in the SBA database at time of evaluation. Expired or pending certifications will disqualify your offer.
Assess your supply chain for compliance. If you're not a manufacturer, your subcontractors' capabilities and any flow-down requirements for defense-related work matter. Check whether Berry Amendment or Buy American Act provisions apply to fiber optic components.
Price realistically for Arizona delivery. Luke AFB is in Glendale, west of Phoenix. Factor in freight logistics, potential customs issues if sourcing internationally, and any site visit or installation requirements. See the solicitation for exact delivery terms.
Prepare your TECHNICAL AND PAST PERFORMANCE documentation carefully. WOSB set-asides still require full-and-open competition among eligible firms. Emphasize relevant experience with military fiber optic systems, airfield infrastructure, or meteorological equipment.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation and any attachments on SAM.gov using notice ID F3YCFA6173AC01. Confirm all technical specifications, deliverables, evaluation factors, and exact pricing requirements there. Calendar the deadline: November 9, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time—late submissions are non-negotiable in federal contracting. Consider submitting questions early through the solicitation's designated contact if clarification is needed on fiber optic technical requirements or WOSB documentation.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →