USAFA Ambulance Services
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY.FA7000 10 CONS LGC · Response deadline: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs is seeking ambulance services at USAF Academy, Colorado. This is a medical services procurement under NAICS 621910 (Ambulance Services), which covers establishments primarily engaged in providing transportation of patients by ground or air along with medical care. Services in this category typically include emergency and non-emergency medical transport, basic life support, advanced life support, and specialized medical transport with trained personnel and equipped vehicles. The contracting activity is the 10th Contracting Squadron at the Air Force Academy.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE / U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY / 10 CONS LGC |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | FA700027Q0002 |
| NAICS | 621910 (Ambulance Services) |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | November 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM Mountain Time |
| Place of performance | USAF Academy, CO |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under FAR 19.14. To compete, your business must:
- Be a small business under NAICS 621910 size standards (see the solicitation for the specific size standard)
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- Be verified in the U.S. Small Business Administration's Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) program at SAM.gov
Joint ventures are permitted if they meet SDVOSB requirements. Non-SDVOSB businesses, including other veteran-owned small businesses without service-disability status, cannot bid as the prime contractor.
How to put together a competitive bid
For ambulance services contracts, focus on these elements:
Medical licensing and accreditation: Ensure all required state and local emergency medical services licenses are current. Maintain or obtain Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) accreditation if specified in the solicitation, as this is frequently evaluated.
Personnel qualifications: Document EMT, paramedic, and critical care certifications. Detail continuing education programs and experience with military or federal healthcare environments, which may be advantageous given the Air Force Academy setting.
Vehicle and equipment compliance: Specify ambulance fleet age, maintenance protocols, and medical equipment inventory. Federal contracts often require compliance with General Services Administration specifications or equivalent standards for vehicle outfitting.
Response time capabilities: Define geographic coverage from the USAF Academy and demonstrated response performance. Military installations typically require stringent response time guarantees.
Past performance: Prepare references from comparable federal, state, or municipal ambulance contracts, especially those serving military installations, campuses, or comparable populated areas.
Pricing structure: Determine whether the solicitation calls for unit pricing per transport, hourly rates, or an annual fixed price. SDVOSB set-asides still require price competition among eligible offerors.
Next steps
- Access and read the complete solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number FA700027Q0002
- Verify your SDVOSB status in the SBA VetCert system if not already active
- Register or update your entity registration at SAM.gov if required
- Note the response deadline: November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time (4:00 PM Eastern)
- See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, evaluation factors, and submission instructions
View the official notice on SAM.gov →